Digital Marketing & Social Media Strategy Intern (The Nest, Pack Intern, Fall 2026)

**This internship is hosted by The Nest and sponsored by the Nevada Career Studio (NCS).

Students are highly encouraged to visit the Nevada Career Studio during our drop-in hours or use our Virtual Resume & Cover Letter Review service BEFORE applying for these positions. Resumes and cover letters that do not meet NCS expectations will not be included in applicant packages to employers. 

The Nest

About The Nest:

The Nest is a locally rooted vintage and sustainable living boutique that curates secondhand clothing, furniture, and home décor with a focus on craftsmanship, nostalgia, and environmental responsibility. Since opening in 2009, The Nest has grown into a creative hub that celebrates community, upcycling, and conscious consumerism.

Through classes, collaborations with local makers, and local events, The Nest fosters connection and creativity while promoting a circular economy. Our mission is to inspire mindful living and ensure that every item we re-home continues its story in a meaningful way.

Internship Description:

We're looking for a creative, self-directed intern to support both The Nest and a new purpose-driven startup. This is a hands-on role where the intern will help with website creation, marketing, digital strategy and business development in a flexible, collaborative environment. We’ll tailor the experience to their strengths and provide weekly mentorship and feedback as we bring ideas to life. This internship is designed for someone who’s curious, resourceful, community-driven and excited to be part of building something meaningful.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Complete 150 hours of work as an intern (8-15 hours per week, 15 weeks total)
• Assist with website building, social media content planning and scheduling (Instagram posts, stories and reels), writing captions and blog-style content
  Complete design work using Canva or similar tools
• Support early development tasks including branding, website design and beta testing for a new purpose-driven startup
• Intern may also be asked to assist with:
  • Organizing digital files or workflows
  • Researching aligned brands or competitors
• The intern will attend a weekly check-in with owner, where we’ll review progress, set goals and collaborate on upcoming projects.

Goals and Expectations of the Intern:

By the end of the internship, we’d love for the student to feel more confident using their creative and strategic skills in a real-world setting. They’ll gain experience developing content, organizing systems and thinking holistically about brand identity. We expect the intern to show initiative, ask questions, communicate regularly and contribute their ideas as we build and refine projects together.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a degree-seeking student at the University of Nevada, Reno during the Fall ‘26 semester 
• Summer ‘26 or earlier graduates are not eligible for the Wolf Pack STEM Internship Program
• Student must be enrolled in a major or minor program in the following colleges:
  • Agriculture, Biotechnology, and Natural Resources (CABNR)
  • Business
  • Engineering
  • Science
  • Public Health/Orvis
• Strong written and in-person communication skills 
• Understanding of social media platforms (especially Instagram) 
• Ability to manage time independently and meet deadlines 
• Interest in sustainability, entrepreneurship and digital storytelling 
• Access to a computer and internet connection for remote work if desired

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Canva or similar tools for graphic design
• Skill in market and brand research
• Experience with website creation and editing 
• Familiarity with social media strategy, analytics and creative tools 
• Curious mindset and a love of problem-solving

Desired Schedule for Intern:

Flexible based on class schedule. Ideally, intern will work 8–15 hours/week spread across 2–3 work sessions. At least one weekly check-in is required. Some work can be done remotely, though we’d prefer in-person collaboration at The Nest whenever possible. Shop hours are 11am-6pm Monday through Saturday and Sunday 11am-5pm.

Pack STEM internships require interns to complete 150 hours during their internship. It is the intern’s responsibility to ensure this requirement is met.