WGI Marketing Internship
Dates: January 4 – April 18, 2027
Applications Closes: November 20, 2026
Overview
WGI Sport of the Arts is the world’s premier organization producing indoor color guard, percussion, and winds competitions. As a Marketing Intern, you will gain hands-on experience developing and executing digital and print marketing strategies. You will also help market and execute WGI World Championships, one of the largest economic events to happen in Dayton each year.
Job Description
- Assist in the production of digital and print assets
- Distribution of digital content and communication with the WGI media team
- Work directly with the marketing team to develop and implement seasonal strategies
- Monitor and organize social media analytics
Qualifications
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and/or Google Docs & Sheets
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Detail oriented
- Positive attitude & a love of the marching arts
- Previous minor experience in content creation (photo, video, or graphic design) preferred but not required
Expectations
WGI Marketing Interns are expected to work the following:
- Approximately 13-15 hours a week at our headquarters in Dayton, OH, during a standard 9 am – 5 pm workday
- WGI will work around your school schedule
- Select local regional events (Friday/Saturday/Sunday) if applicable
- WGI World Championships in April (Includes up to seven 14-16 hour days)
- If the intern is performing with an ensemble, they must be available the entirety of both World Championships weekends
Academic Credit
If your school offers academic credit for an internship, WGI will work with you and your school to ensure you can receive the credit.
Compensation
Payment will be submitted monthly based on an hourly rate, and weekly hours will be determined by the intern and the WGI Marketing Team.
Apply
Submit a resume and cover letter to the WGI marketing department, by November 20, 2026. Applicants will be interviewed virtually or in person as determined by WGI on a case-by-case basis.
Additional Opportunities
WGI Freelance Writer
Overview
This is a year-round opportunity for anyone seeking to gain exposure and write about the marching arts. WGI offers freelance and contracted writing positions to keep WGI’s audience up-to-date on the latest color guard, percussion, and winds news. Writers will be assigned stories and asked to pitch article ideas for website features and event coverage.
Job Description
- Write features and gather media on assigned topics for WGI
- Pitch articles on topics and news relating to the indoor marching arts
- Conduct research on various marching arts topics
- Communicate with and conduct interviews with WGI group directors and other participants
Qualifications
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and/or Google Docs
- Excellent writing, grammar and communication skills
- Knowledge of AP Style a plus
- A background in and passion for marching arts is strongly preferred
Compensation
WGI pays writers a fixed rate per feature
Apply
Submit a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to the WGI marketing department. Applicants will be determined by WGI on a case-by-case basis.
