About the position
The 2025-2026 internship program aligns with the academic calendar and is flexible to meet individual university requirements. This is a part-time role (15-20 hours/week), with potential adjustments based on school internship criteria. The intern will report to FFC's corporate office (619 W. Jackson Blvd in downtown Chicago), with time also spent at various FFC club locations and community events. Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) owns and operates 10 upscale, mid and large size multi-use health, sports fitness and spa centers in the Chicago area. We provide corporate wellness programs, health insurance reimbursable nutrition therapy services, signature group fitness programs, spa treatment services, individual and group training, physical therapy and medically based rehabilitation programs. Each Chicagoland location is dedicated to supporting the local community. FFC is recognized by the fitness industry for creating a distinct member experience delivered by its professional staff. Fitness Formula Clubs is seeking a Marketing & Social Media Intern who is passionate about health, wellness, and digital storytelling. This position reports directly to the Marketing Manager and offers the opportunity to collaborate with other departments, including event marketing, design, sales, and more. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills. Prior internship or classroom experience in social media or marketing is a plus. Bring your creativity, curiosity, and willingness to learn. As an intern at FFC, you'll gain hands-on experience in the fitness and wellness industry, develop skills using marketing tools like Later, ActiveCampaign, and Canva, and build a portfolio of content and performance metrics to help launch your marketing career.
Responsibilities
- Creating and scheduling content across FFC's social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok)
- Growing and managing content on FFC's TikTok to drive engagement and followers
- Attending and assisting with in-person club and community events (some evenings/weekends as needed)
- Capturing and organizing user-generated and in-house content for marketing use
- Fielding and editing short-form video content for use on social platforms
- Promoting in-club and community events through social media and digital outreach
- Brainstorming and pitching creative ideas to grow engagement and community presence online
Requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive self-starter
- Prior internship or classroom experience in social media or marketing is a plus
Nice-to-haves
- Passion for health and wellness
- Creativity and curiosity
- Willingness to learn
Benefits
- Complimentary membership at all 10 FFC locations for the duration of the internship
- Monthly stipend for gas and parking when attending off-site events
- Mentorship and access to industry-leading tools and marketing platforms
- Practical experience in social media, brand communications, and event marketing at a leading fitness brand
- The opportunity to contribute creatively in a supportive, team-based environment
- Option to earn academic credit through your university
