Sales and Social Media Intern

Job Details: Job Location: DoubleTree Hotel - Bloomington, IL, Position Type: Internship, Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00Hourly, Make Connections. Create Experiences. Build Your Future! DoubleTree by Hilton is now looking for a Sales and Social Media Intern to join our team! Apply Now! Benefits: Paid Time Off Qualifications: Job Title: Sales and Social Media Intern Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Reports To: Director of Sales General Summary: The Intern will go through a comprehensive training program around the sales and catering detailing of a full-service hotel property. It is the Intern’s job to work effectively with customers and Sales Team Leads while completing projects timely and effectively. The Intern will become proficient in the areas of Sales, Catering, Marketing, Guest Services and Events. Essential Functions: Sales, Catering & Marketing Social Media Content Creation Plan, create and manage a TikTok account for the hotel Assist Wedding Sales Manager during and before events to collect content Research clients of competitors in and around the Bloomington/Normal area Maintain social media posts on multiple platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, LinkedIn, and Pinterest Work alongside of all Sales and Catering Managers on various projects to become well rounded on all industries we have as clients Will plan, organize and execute a sales blitz for the entire sales department to go on Scope of Responsibility: Any changes or others that may apply as dictated by Director of Sales Schedule may include some evenings and weekends. Specific Job Knowledge, Skills and Ability: Working knowledge of social media platforms, specifically TikTok and Instagram Working knowledge of the hotel and its services and amenities available Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism at all times Operate with a high degree of autonomy, requiring excellent time management skills and self-motivation Ability to identify and acquire new business Ability to fully follow Team Lead’s directions Qualification Standards Communication: Ability to exchange routine information in an appropriate manner. Ability to read and speak the English language and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively communicate professionally with guests, team members, team leads, and others as required for optimum operation of the property. Education: Preferred: Pursuing College Degree in Business, Sales/Marketing or Hospitality Computer Skills: Operate and utilize company equipment including: company cell phone, company computer to access e-mail and research prospects and clients, electronic calendars, and other basic office support software Experience: Preferred: Sales experience or other work in the Hospitality industry Licenses or Certificates: Valid Illinois State Driver’s License in order to drive a vehicle. Or ability to be able to travel to clients and prospects when needed. Appearance: All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance, including hair color. Physical Requirements Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard Ability to communicate using the spoken word Ability to see within normal parameters Ability to hear within normal range Ability to move about Ability to travel for meetings and other business purposes This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. It is the policy of Tentac Enterprises to comply with all federal and state laws concerning the employment of individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Tentac Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Effective: November 1st, 2026