Travel Writing Internship, Spring 2019
Reporting to: Content Marketing Manager
*Note: Stride will work with the successful applicant to process necessary paperwork for school credit.
About Travelstride
Stride is an investor-backed startup, changing the way travelers find their perfect trip.
We are the #1 US search engine and reviews site for all experiential expert-planned trips - multi day tours, adventure travel packages, safaris, small ship and river cruises, and tailor-made trips. Stride offers the most comprehensive variety of trips on every continent from over 1,000 leading and local tour operators and trip planners. With real traveler reviews, simple search and comparison tools and rich destination guides, travelers can quickly and easily find their perfect trip with confidence.
Stride leadership consists of travel industry and e-commerce veterans based in downtown San Francisco with staff spanning the globe.
Role Summary
We are looking for individuals who are strong writers and passionate about travel. You will contribute detailed and well researched destination guides, reviews and blog posts, while working with a fun, energetic team.
Basic Qualifications
- Full/part-time student currently enrolled in Bachelor degree program or recent graduate with Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
- Very strong written English communication skills - this is a must!
- Some international travel experience and/or a passion for the travel industry
- A strong interest in conducting research and writing multiple pre-assigned travel guides per week
- Assist the Content Marketing Manager with strategizing on content marketing/messaging to boost our SEO
Specific Responsibilities
- Conduct keyword research, and produce relevant original content related to tours, travel guides & tips, iconic itineraries, and geographical/cultural tips
- Write blog posts about travel-related news, events, promotions, and tips for travelers
- Collaborate with social media and PR interns to obtain links to relevant guides and blog posts on Stride
- Assist the Content Marketing Manager with strategizing on content marketing/messaging to boost our SEO
What you will learn and accomplish
A successful candidate will learn the best practices, techniques, and skills needed to create effective travel guide and content marketing material. He/she will learn how to conduct keyword research, and utilize analytics tools for a better understanding of how content is performing in search engines.
You will develop the ability to craft content designed to attract and engage target audiences using proven SEO tactics. This internship is ideal for a candidate who wants to develop the skills necessary for a content marketing or copywriting career in the e-commerce industry.
Logistics
We are flexible on start and end dates as we realize that schools are on different schedules. Preference will be given to full-time candidates who are willing to commit to a 40-hour week for longer periods of time. Minimum time commitments are 40 hours per week for 3 months or 20 hours per week for 6 months (at least 1-2 days per week in our downtown SF office).
Stride works with you to attain course credit when your University supports internships for credit.
We Also Offer
- An open, collaborative and conveniently located office at an awesome dog-friendly co-working space in downtown, San Francisco
- Regular company lunches plus quarterly team outings & parties
- The chance to be an early shaper at a growing startup, making a meaningful impact & working directly with the Content Marketing Manager and Co-founders
- Exceptional performers will be offered full-time paid positions after internship completion
To apply, please send your resume and a brief description of why you want to join Stride to:
careers@travelstride.com
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