Where and how can I get an internship in marketing?

How do I get a marketing job or internship if I don't have the experience?

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    Demonstrate passion and a willingness to learn. And never stop being curious. Read blogs, articles, watch interviews and keynotes, join groups and online communities (LinkedIn, FB, etc). And above all: network. It's all about who you know.

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It's really, really tough - and I have to ask - do you really want to do marketing? The hours are long, the work is difficult and sometimes drudgery and the bosses are all mad (simultaneously angry and unhinged) and the pay is terrible. If still yes, then good. Mostly people just write to people - I won't cover the whole resume/cover letter/good impressions/email thing. This is likely not going to work., except at a tiny firm where you have to go around making coffee or emailing everybody in the world about your company (actually did this). The second way is to attend industry talks/open houses (if you're still in university), recruitment fairs and so forth and actually talk to the staff and people there. If you make a good impression they might remember you and ease your way. The best way is to ask everybody you know and try to get a recommendation, a favour or a referral. Most of the good positions I've gotten came from friends whose dads owned agencies or worked there before. Network network network, and market yourself.

Darren Foong

I don't see the lack of experience as a problem for an intern? People who hire interns expect no experience

Edwin Vlems

Here's how to apply to 100 marketing jobs in 60 seconds: http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/thomas-church/100-jobs-in-60-seconds-ho_b_1653346.html

Tom Church

If you're still in college, I might have something for you! Campus Socialite Media is a marketing agency that works with brands to reach college students by creating meaningful conversations. At Campus Socialite Media we believe that conversations are the key to successful marketing. We create conversations between you and big name brands through social media and hands-on experience, making you a part of the entire marketing process. Our Campus Socialite Media Internship program was created specifically for talented, passionate, and driven college students, like yourself, who want to expand their real-life experience within the field of marketing. We're looking for students who can think outside the box and contribute creative ideas that lead to these conversations. So if you're the social media bug on your campus and are constantly communicating, we want you on our team. This isn't your typical internship, no copies and no coffee runs. When you're a part of Campus Socialite Media, you are the conversation. To apply to Campus Socialite Media please send an email to Qualifications - Applicants must currently be enrolled in college and pursuing their Undergraduate Degree. - This is a virtual/remote internship so you can work directly from your campus.    - Time Commitment: 8-15 hours per week. - Weekly conversations via phone/email with Account Managers in the CSM office to discuss campaign rollouts, campus demographics, brand strategies and recap. Hope you're interested, or know someone who might be! Good luck!

Caitlin Corsetti

Volunteer at your local nonprofit, chances are they have or need a FB page or help moderating their blog, get your foot in the door and learn, learn learn.

John Morley

Offer to work for free or DO SOMETHING - find a band/rapper / do the marketing for a coffee shop / create a marketing program on social media - something - we live in a day & age where you can "DO SOMETHING" without the constraints of education, experience, etc.

Mark Boudreau

You don't need to have an experience to work as an intern . Curriculum Vitae would reflect your personality, interests and attitude especially for a fresher. Thus spend more time to draft and finalize on a good format resume according to the standards applicable in your country. Mention your strenghts and weaknesses , hobbies, past time in your CV as you're a fresher. Once done with your resume approach companies online and offline by visiting their websites. There are dedicated websites for internship search on Google. Exple http://letsintern.com and many more.

K Tejas

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