Spring 2027 - Cruise Internship Hilton Head Island, SC
Resort Intern Connection · Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States
FULL TIMEinternship
Job Description
Vagabond Cruise | Hilton Head Island, SCSpring 2027 InternshipAbout the Internship
Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.
Vagabond Cruise is looking for an energetic, creative, and outgoing Social Media Marketing Intern to join our team for the Spring 2027 season in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.
This is a unique, hands-on internship that combines social media marketing, content creation, tourism, hospitality, and marine operations. The intern will help tell the story of Vagabond Cruise across our digital channels while also working directly aboard our vessels and experiencing the day-to-day operation of one of Hilton Head Island’s established tour and excursion companies.
This is not a desk-only marketing internship. We are looking for someone who is excited to get out on the water, interact with guests, capture great content, and become part of the Vagabond Cruise crew.
Social Media & Marketing ResponsibilitiesThe intern will assist with content creation and management across Vagabond Cruise's social media channels, including:InstagramFacebookTikTokYouTubeLinkedIn
Responsibilities may include:Capturing photos and video aboard our cruises and around Harbour TownCreating short-form video content, including Reels, TikToks, and YouTube ShortsDeveloping engaging social media posts, stories, and other digital contentHighlighting our cruises, crew members, guests, wildlife, food and beverage offerings, and special eventsHelping organize and maintain our photo and video content libraryIdentifying social media trends and creative opportunitiesAssisting with content calendars and scheduled postsMonitoring engagement and basic social media analyticsHelping develop new ideas to grow awareness and engagement across our social platformsCapturing authentic behind-the-scenes content that showcases the Vagabond Cruise experience
On-the-Water ExperienceA major part of this internship is learning the operation from the inside. The intern will also work as a Deckhand/Crew Member aboard various Vagabond Cruise tours.
Depending on scheduling and operations, this may include experiences aboard dolphin cruises, sightseeing tours, sailing excursions, dinner cruises, special events, and other seasonal trips.
Deckhand responsibilities may include:Assisting with vessel preparation and cleanupGreeting and interacting with guestsAssisting passengers during boarding and departureSupporting captains and crew during cruisesHelping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environmentLearning basic marine and vessel operationsProviding excellent customer service throughout the guest experience
Working aboard the vessels gives the intern firsthand knowledge of our products and guests, allowing them to create more authentic and engaging marketing content.
Food & Beverage / Event ExperienceThe intern will also gain exposure to Vagabond Cruise's food and beverage and private-event operations, particularly aboard our dinner cruises and special events.
This may include assisting with:Dinner cruise operationsFood and beverage serviceWeddings and private chartersCorporate and group eventsSpecial-event setup and breakdownGuest service and hospitalityThis provides an opportunity to gain experience beyond traditional marketing and learn how tourism, hospitality, events, marine operations, and marketing all work together.
Who We're Looking ForThe ideal candidate is:Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, Tourism, Business, Digital Media, or a related fieldCreative and comfortable generating new content ideasFamiliar with Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and other major social platformsComfortable taking photos and shooting/editing short-form videoOutgoing and comfortable interacting with guestsDependable, organized, and willing to work as part of a teamComfortable working outdoors and aboard boatsWilling to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends, evenings, and holidaysExcited about tourism, hospitality, boating, wildlife, and the Hilton Head Island experience
Experience with photography, videography, Canva, CapCut, Adobe products, or other editing platforms is a plus, but a strong attitude, creativity, and willingness to learn are equally important. xzbcwsv
What You'll GainThis internship is designed to provide real-world experience across several areas of the tourism and hospitality industry, including:Social media marketingContent creationShort-form video productionDigital brand managementSocial media analyticsTourism marketingCustomer serviceMarine operationsFood & beverage operationsPrivate events and group salesHospitality operations
Most importantly, you'll have the opportunity to create content based on experiences you're actually participating in — from being aboard the vessels and interacting with guests to seeing how cruises, events, and hospitality operations come together behind the scenes.
Spring Internship: February 19 - May 22nd, 2027Summer (1) Internship: May 14 - August 14th, 2027Summer (2) Internship: May 28 - September 4th, 2027
Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.
Vagabond Cruise is looking for an energetic, creative, and outgoing Social Media Marketing Intern to join our team for the Spring 2027 season in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.
This is a unique, hands-on internship that combines social media marketing, content creation, tourism, hospitality, and marine operations. The intern will help tell the story of Vagabond Cruise across our digital channels while also working directly aboard our vessels and experiencing the day-to-day operation of one of Hilton Head Island’s established tour and excursion companies.
This is not a desk-only marketing internship. We are looking for someone who is excited to get out on the water, interact with guests, capture great content, and become part of the Vagabond Cruise crew.
Social Media & Marketing ResponsibilitiesThe intern will assist with content creation and management across Vagabond Cruise's social media channels, including:InstagramFacebookTikTokYouTubeLinkedIn
Responsibilities may include:Capturing photos and video aboard our cruises and around Harbour TownCreating short-form video content, including Reels, TikToks, and YouTube ShortsDeveloping engaging social media posts, stories, and other digital contentHighlighting our cruises, crew members, guests, wildlife, food and beverage offerings, and special eventsHelping organize and maintain our photo and video content libraryIdentifying social media trends and creative opportunitiesAssisting with content calendars and scheduled postsMonitoring engagement and basic social media analyticsHelping develop new ideas to grow awareness and engagement across our social platformsCapturing authentic behind-the-scenes content that showcases the Vagabond Cruise experience
On-the-Water ExperienceA major part of this internship is learning the operation from the inside. The intern will also work as a Deckhand/Crew Member aboard various Vagabond Cruise tours.
Depending on scheduling and operations, this may include experiences aboard dolphin cruises, sightseeing tours, sailing excursions, dinner cruises, special events, and other seasonal trips.
Deckhand responsibilities may include:Assisting with vessel preparation and cleanupGreeting and interacting with guestsAssisting passengers during boarding and departureSupporting captains and crew during cruisesHelping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environmentLearning basic marine and vessel operationsProviding excellent customer service throughout the guest experience
Working aboard the vessels gives the intern firsthand knowledge of our products and guests, allowing them to create more authentic and engaging marketing content.
Food & Beverage / Event ExperienceThe intern will also gain exposure to Vagabond Cruise's food and beverage and private-event operations, particularly aboard our dinner cruises and special events.
This may include assisting with:Dinner cruise operationsFood and beverage serviceWeddings and private chartersCorporate and group eventsSpecial-event setup and breakdownGuest service and hospitalityThis provides an opportunity to gain experience beyond traditional marketing and learn how tourism, hospitality, events, marine operations, and marketing all work together.
Who We're Looking ForThe ideal candidate is:Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, Tourism, Business, Digital Media, or a related fieldCreative and comfortable generating new content ideasFamiliar with Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and other major social platformsComfortable taking photos and shooting/editing short-form videoOutgoing and comfortable interacting with guestsDependable, organized, and willing to work as part of a teamComfortable working outdoors and aboard boatsWilling to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends, evenings, and holidaysExcited about tourism, hospitality, boating, wildlife, and the Hilton Head Island experience
Experience with photography, videography, Canva, CapCut, Adobe products, or other editing platforms is a plus, but a strong attitude, creativity, and willingness to learn are equally important. xzbcwsv
What You'll GainThis internship is designed to provide real-world experience across several areas of the tourism and hospitality industry, including:Social media marketingContent creationShort-form video productionDigital brand managementSocial media analyticsTourism marketingCustomer serviceMarine operationsFood & beverage operationsPrivate events and group salesHospitality operations
Most importantly, you'll have the opportunity to create content based on experiences you're actually participating in — from being aboard the vessels and interacting with guests to seeing how cruises, events, and hospitality operations come together behind the scenes.
Spring Internship: February 19 - May 22nd, 2027Summer (1) Internship: May 14 - August 14th, 2027Summer (2) Internship: May 28 - September 4th, 2027