Winds & Strings Marketing Intern

Introduction
Yamaha employees are committed to helping everyone progress, express and connect through music and sound. We offer innovative, finely crafted and award-winning products for the entire journey.

The Winds & Strings Department impacts every level of musician, from elementary school students to marching band and drum corps members to symphony orchestra first chairs. We do this by marketing and distributing wind instruments, orchestral acoustic, and silent/electric strings to the U.S. market.

Purpose of Role:
Yamaha is seeking a dedicated Winds & Strings Marketing Intern to join our team for the spring term (February - May). This is a paid internship and relocation is not provided. Internships with Yamaha last approximately 3 months but will not exceed 6 months. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, driven and ready to learn. This position is based in the Buena Park, CA office and is hybrid schedule.

The Winds & Strings Intern is responsible for the completion of important projects and communications. Their ideas and insights are highly valued. This paid internship also offers long-term mentoring opportunities, a comprehensive look at the music industry and endless networking opportunities. These valuable experiences provide interns with an important edge as they develop their careers.

Key Accountabilities and Primary Responsibilities Will Include:
* Communicate with dealers, consumers, district sales managers, and internal staff to answer questions, as needed
* Possible attendance at industry trade shows, clinics and artist performances
* Coordinate related product and support materials for shows
* Analyze competitive markets and formulate product and price comparisons of new and existing products
* Assist with production of website and marketing materials such as print ads, social media, flyers, labels, brochures, catalogs, press releases, etc
* Responsible for final intern project focusing on researching and solving a real world business concern
* Additional duties as assigned

Here's What You'll Bring to the Table:
* Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior from an accredited University or have graduated within a year
* Experience with retail music environment is helpful but not required
* Some experience playing a brass or woodwind instrument required with high level of proficiency
* Minimum GPA of 2.7
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, outside stakeholders, and the general public
* Clear, concise written communication along with professional presentation skills
* Attention to detail including proofreading and copy writing skills
* Ability to think creatively and develop new or innovative designs and concepts
* Basic understanding of the principles, theories, and practices of marketing
* Working knowledge of the latest technology and applications including social media, podcasts, Mac OS and presentation software along with a strong interest in learning new trends in marketing technology
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office skills (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Compensation
* Up to $16.50/hour

Here's What We'll Bring

* Flexible work options
* Robust employee wellness programs including free music lessons
* Free concerts from award winning artists
* Discounted hotel, travel, entertainment, and other attractions
* Casual dress
* Paid sick-time and holidays
* Inclusive and passionate culture
* Opportunity to be part of something bigger; changing people's lives through music and sound

If this role is 'music to your ears', please apply!