Social Media Intern

We’re looking for a Social Media intern. The work location for this position is Burnaby, British Columbia, and is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

RB Global is looking for a Social Media intern to assist in day-to-day operations and management of content for Ritchie Bros.’ and related brands’ social media channels including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube. This position will be responsible for planning, creating, scheduling, and posting content for various social media always-on campaigns for buyer and seller demand. The Social Media Intern will work with our Social Media Specialist and will directly report to the Director of Digital Marketing.

What you will do

•          Create engaging content for all major social media platforms to increase brand awareness and drive website sessions
•          Brainstorm/offer ideas for social media campaigns/projects/opportunities
•          Schedule content to be published on social media at ideal times
•          Assist with monitoring the social media channels and activities and respond to customer inquiries and comments
•          Assist with managing Ritchie Bros.’ corporate social media content calendar
•          Assist with curating social media content for events, stand-alone campaigns, and other projects
•          Other duties as assigned

What We Need from You

You have a knowledge and understanding of the digital media landscape, including various social media platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. Knowledge of Hootsuite and WordPress an asset. You see exciting community-building possibilities in social media and keep an eye on emerging trends and are interested in learning about, shaping and executing social media campaigns. Other things we are looking for include: 

• Degree seeking student - Marketing, Business or Language field of study is a bonus but not required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills 
•  Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Collaborating and learning from others.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong creative and critical thinking skills.

What you can expect from us

As a result of working as the Social Media Intern, the student will have the opportunity to acquire and further develop their communication skills, time management, attention to detail, adaptability, and customer service skills.

• Base salary + paid overtime. 
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits. 
• Employee Share Plan
• Ongoing training, professional development and a tuition reimbursement program. 
• Meals catered at auction time.

Individual compensation packages are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including geographic location, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.  
Based on the national average, the anticipated base salary range for this role is $42,000 - $52,500 per year.

Who we are

RB Global (NYSE: RBA) (TSX: RBA) is a leading, omnichannel marketplace that provides value-added insights, services and transaction solutions for buyers and sellers of commercial assets and vehicles worldwide. Through our auction sites in 14 countries and digital platform, RB Global serves customers in more than 170 countries across a variety of asset classes, including automotive, commercial transportation, construction, government surplus, lifting and material handling, energy, mining, and agriculture. Learn more about us at: https://rbglobal.com/

RB Global is an equal opportunity employer and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with all applicable laws. This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. No agency calls, please. Please contact us to request accommodations.

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