PADI SCUBA DIVING MARKETING INTERNSHIP

 

NO SCUBA DIVING EXPERIENCE NEEDED!

PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) and Underwater World is launching a new nationwide college internship program to promote scuba diving and the adventurous lifestyle divers live.
An internship with PADI, the world leader in diver training education, and Underwater World offers an exciting way to apply your marketing skills to gain business experience in a fun, unique atmosphere. PADI's and Underwater World's program gives undergraduates a real look into the workings of an industry leader and a chance to learn from the best and the brightest in the industry.
If chosen, you'll have the autonomy to create your own marketing campaigns and test them in your local university market. You'll also be supported and guided with all the resources you need to be successful. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to share with your fellow college students a potentially life changing experience.

The know-how you gain with PADI’Äôs and Underwater World's internship will build transferable skills you can use no matter which direction you take your marketing career. If you're an intelligent, driven undergraduate, with a passion for marketing, this is your chance to put your education and talent to work. If this sounds like the kind of hands on internship you've been looking for, apply today.
RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Create strategic marketing plans to attract college students to try scuba diving and become PADI Open Water Diver certified.
  • Implement marketing plans and track event participation and conversion.
  • Communicate and organize on-campus events to promote scuba diving experiences.  Raise awareness and word-of-mouth about PADI, Underwater World and the sport of diving.
  • Utilize marketing materials and resources provided by PADI and Underwater World as well as create and recommend new materials to be used.
  • Work in tandem with local PADI Dive Center ( Underwater World ) or Resort to refer students for training and equipment needs.
  • Be an ambassador for PADI, the sport of diving and marine conservation.

SPECIAL BENEFITS

  • PADI Open Water Diver certification for non-certified interns
  • Opportunities for discounts on certifications all the way to PADI professional levels
  • Resume gold

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM CRITERIA:
Open to undergraduates only

  • All internships are unpaid and students must receive academic credit
  • Must be currently enrolled in the Marketing or Business program.
  • Must be able to commit to a minimum of 15-20 hours per week
  • Must be able to commit to a minimum of 1 semester
  • Required to attend internship training at the PADI Americas office in Rancho Santa Margarita, California (trip fully paid for by PADI)

TO APPLY
To be considered for PADI's internship program, you must meet the above stated criteria. Send a copy of your resume and cover letter to Ashley.Atkin@padi.com.