Marketing Intern

Position Type: Paid Internship
Duration: Immediate Start Through August 2026 (Potential Extension Available)
Location: Multi-State Travel Required (Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, & West Virginia)

Thoroughbred Express Auto Wash is seeking a highly motivated, creative, and energetic Marketing & Content Creation Intern to assist our Marketing Department in capturing and creating engaging content across our growing network of car wash locations.

This is a hands-on opportunity for a student interested in marketing, photography, journalism, social media management, videography, and content creation. The selected candidate will travel throughout our operating regions capturing authentic customer experiences, employee interactions, site operations, community involvement, and promotional content that showcases the Thoroughbred Express brand.

This position offers significant exposure to real-world marketing operations, content strategy, brand management, and social media growth initiatives. High-performing interns may be considered for extended internship opportunities and potential full-time employment following graduation.

Applicants must currently be pursuing a degree in one of the following fields:

• Marketing
• Photography
• Journalism
• Communications
• Public Relations
• Digital Media
• Media Production
• Advertising
• Graphic Design
• Related field of study

• Travel to Thoroughbred Express locations to capture high-quality photos and videos.
• Take organic, candid, and action-oriented photography showcasing employees, customers, and operations.
• Capture content that highlights company culture, customer interactions, promotions, and community engagement.
• Create engaging short-form video content for social media platforms.

• Edit and produce content for:
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • TikTok
  • YouTube Shorts
  • LinkedIn
• Convert raw photos and videos into reels, stories, short-form videos, and promotional content.
• Schedule and publish approved content across all company social media platforms.
• Monitor engagement and identify opportunities to improve content performance.

• Ensure all content aligns with Thoroughbred Express branding standards.
• Submit proofs and drafts for review and approval by the Marketing Director prior to publication.
• Assist with special promotions, grand openings, community events, and company initiatives.
• Collaborate with operations teams to identify unique content opportunities.

• Must be willing and able to travel independently throughout Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, and West Virginia.
• Required to visit a minimum of 10 locations per month.
• Required to complete two overnight travel trips per month.
• Company-approved travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with company policy.

• Strong photography and videography skills.
• Experience creating content for social media platforms.
• Ability to edit photos and videos using industry-standard software.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable interacting with employees and customers.

• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, CapCut, Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, or similar editing software.
• Experience managing business social media accounts.
• Basic understanding of social media analytics and engagement metrics.
• Portfolio of previous photography, videography, or social media work.

The ideal candidate is:

• Creative and innovative
• Outgoing and personable
• Comfortable being on camera
• Not afraid to approach employees and customers for content opportunities
• Self-motivated and organized
• Detail-oriented
• Passionate about storytelling and content creation
• Willing to travel
• Able to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Real-world marketing experience with a rapidly growing company.
• Opportunity to build a professional portfolio.
• Exposure to branding, social media strategy, content creation, and corporate marketing.
• Networking opportunities with company leadership.
• Potential internship extension beyond August.
• Strong consideration for future full-time employment opportunities upon graduation.

Reports To: Marketing Director

The Marketing & Content Creation Intern will work closely with the Marketing Director, Operations Leadership Team, District Managers, and Site Management Teams throughout the organization.