Marketing Intern, Indian International Student Market - Boston, MA

Marketing Intern, Indian International Student Market 

About StudentUniverse

StudentUniverse, is a Greater Boston-based travel tech company that operates the world's largest student and youth online travel marketplace. We are looking for a Marketing Intern, to help us to communicate our value proposition to the growing Indian international student market.

StudentUniverse’s parent company, Flight Centre Travel Group is based in Brisbane, Australia and is one of the world’s largest travel agency groups with company owned operations in 23 countries and a corporate travel management network that spans more than 90 countries.

Our product & vision

StudentUniverse was born out of the desire to empower students and youth to travel more by accessing uniquely priced airfares, without the hassle of physical ID cards. We are believers in travel experiences; that they can teach students things they cannot learn in the classroom. Travel better prepares young people to influence the world. We empower students and youth to travel more. We need your help to get us there!

Who we are looking for

We’re looking for a motivated Marketing Intern to join our global marketing team. You’ll be excited by the opportunity to work with a bunch of talented marketing professionals, combining your knowledge of the Indian student market with our technology and unique value proposition to better reach and engage this lucrative segment. 

You’ll have a broad understanding of marketing principles and will have a strong knowledge of the channels that we can best use to connect with prospective travelers in this segment. You will be able to roll up your sleeves and execute, whether it’s over email, social media or on our website. No two days will ever feel the same! You’ll need to feel at home in the fast paced world of travel technology, be comfortable in communicating in an unambiguous way and be willing to pick up new ideas and run with them.

Sound like a good fit for you?

What’s in it for you:

• You get to work in a dynamic environment full of super passionate and talented people where capabilities are enabled quickly at scale across the globe for travelers. 
• You will grow and further develop your competencies working in a team-oriented results-driven environment where learning and collaboration is celebrated. 
• We value and encourage autonomy for everyone, allowing you to make your own decisions and learn from the data. The success of the team is dependent upon the success of the individual. 

Your responsibilities:

• Write content for Indian students resource blog and official social accounts 
• Plan and build content calendar based on college students’, especially international students’, travel behaviors 
• Research trending topics, engage with Indian & international student social media audiences 
• Suggest new social channels and act on initiatives that are trending among college students 
• Present findings and conclusions to marketing team 
• Assist marketing team with current programs 
• Support the international marketing strategist in executing our international student strategy

The Ideal Candidate:

• Strong oral and written communication skills 
• Have been studying in the USA for >1 year (undergraduate or graduate) 
• A strong understanding of social media 
• Previous experience of, or a desire to work in digital marketing 
• A love of travel is a distinct advantage 
• Experience with Photoshop or other image editing software is preferable. 

We are looking for someone who is able to work from our offices in Waltham, MA (Greater Boston) although we have a very flexible working schedule with remote and hybrid working options available.

Benefits Include:

• Generous remuneration structure
• Travel perks/discounts, in-house financial and health services
• Generous paid-time off policy 
• National/International Award Nights and Conferences
• Diversity & Inclusion initiatives
• Benefits including vision, medical, and dental
• Employee Assistance Program
• Contributory 401K program
• Company Share purchase scheme
• Global career opportunities in a network of brands and businesses
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Fun and flexible work environment
• Proud Corporate Social Responsibility platform through the Flight Centre Foundation and Brighter Futures program supporting nominated charities through Workplace Giving, Volunteering and Fundraising.
  • Employee giving program
  • Annual Charity Trip
  • Office Environmental Program
  • 1 Volunteer Day per Calendar Year

#LI-REMOTE
Location – Boston, MA

This position may be performed remotely anywhere within the United States except the State of Colorado

If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for and you would like to be part of our award winning culture then APPLY NOW.

Travel is booming once again,  and our roles are being filled quicker than a nonstop from London to New York.  We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.

FCTG USA is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer searching for talented people who have a desire to build a rewarding, fun, and exciting career with a company that loves to celebrate your success! Please contact careers@us.flightcentre.com if you need any assistance.