Social Media Marketing Intern

Social Media Marketing Intern

Company: Purple Ink Marketing Management LLCLocation: Dubai, UAEEmployment type: InternshipWorking arrangement: HybridDuration: 2 monthsAbout PurpleInkPurpleInk is a Dubai-based marketing consultancy supporting businesses with practical, hands-on marketing expertise.

Much of our work is focused on aviation, technology, professional services, and B2B brands.This internship is an opportunity to work directly with the core team of PurpleInk and gain experience across real client accounts, not simulated projects.About the roleWe are looking for a creative, organised, and curious Social Media Marketing Intern to support content creation and day-to-day social media activities.The role will focus primarily on LinkedIn/Instagram/TikTok, with opportunities to contribute to other marketing channels and formats. You will help turn ideas, industry insights, and client updates into content that is clear, relevant, and worth reading.What you will doResearch content ideas, industry topics, trends, and relevant newsSupport the development of monthly social media content calendarsDraft captions and short-form content, primarily for LinkedInCreate and adapt social media visuals using CanvaSupport the creation and editing of short-form video contentSchedule and publish approved contentAssist with community management, including monitoring comments and engagementTrack basic performance metrics and help prepare monthly reportsOrganise content, visuals, references, and client assetsSupport other digital marketing activities when neededWhat we are looking forA current student, recent graduate, or early-career candidate in marketing, communications, media, business, or a related fieldStrong written and spoken EnglishA genuine interest in social media and content marketingFamiliarity with LinkedIn and an understanding of what makes professional content engagingCanva/Figma skills and a good eye for clean, consistent designStrong attention to detailGood organisation and time-management skillsThe ability to follow a brief, accept feedback, and meet deadlinesA proactive attitude and willingness to learnNice to haveExperience with video-editing toolFamiliarity with social media scheduling or analytics toolsAn interest in aviation, technology, or B2B marketingArabic or French language skillsPrevious internship, freelance, university, or personal content-creation experienceA large following is not required. A small portfolio, university project, personal page, or a few examples showing how you think and create are welcome.What you will gainHands-on experience working on real brands and client projectsDirect mentoring from the founder of PurpleInkPractical experience in content planning, copywriting, design, publishing, and reportingExposure to B2B marketing and specialised industriesPortfolio-ready work and a clearer understanding of how social media marketing works in practiceHow to applyPlease submit your CV and a short note explaining why you are interested in the role.If available, include examples of social media content, Canva designs, videos, university projects, or personal work. You may also share one LinkedIn post or brand account you like and briefly explain why you think it works.