Yelp, Inc.
1001-5000 employees
Internet
Online Media
Consumer Services
Local Search
About Yelp, Inc.
Yelp, Inc. is a publicly traded company that operates an online platform connecting consumers with local businesses. Founded in 2004, Yelp provides user-generated reviews and ratings for a wide range of services including restaurants, shopping, nightlife, and more. The company’s mission is to help people find great local businesses and make informed decisions through trusted reviews and recommendations. Yelp also offers advertising and business tools to help local businesses grow their customer base and improve their online presence.
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Description
- Yelp’s Community team works in markets across the United States and Canada to bring attention to the best local businesses in their area.
- Through events, local partnerships, and social media, our team builds relationships with small business owners and uses their behind-the-scenes experience to show other customers what makes small businesses so special.
- Join the fun and begin building your five star career as a Community Intern with Yelp!
- You will engage in a 6-month development program, equipped with the support of both a cohort of peers spanning the US and Canada and the 1:1 mentorship from your local Community Manager.
- You will play an integral part in supporting activities designed to rally the Yelp community both online and off.
- You will gain tactical experience in social media management, event planning, and online community building, while building excitement around what's happening in your own community.
- You will work with your Community Manager to understand your market and prioritize effective messaging, help to plan and execute events including remarkable parties, local meet-ups, and happy hours, gain practical experience in digital and social media marketing through creating and organizing social media content that aligns with regional goals around growing channels and bolstering engagement, support the maintenance of Yelp’s local online business listings via our app and website by flagging photos, identifying media alerts and scams, and ensuring accurate business information, and support online community building through engaging with Yelpers via the app/website in a variety of ways.
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Requirements
- A current undergraduate student or a recent college graduate, or equivalent experience
- Currently reside in Toronto, Ontario and have reliable transportation
- At least 19 years of age
- Consider yourself a local expert with knowledge of trending topics and small businesses in the area
- Experience and interest in planning and coordinating events
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Well organized and attentive to detail
- Experience with social media copywriting and asset coordination
- Creative problem solver who understands Yelp’s applications
- Ability to work 10-19 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with potential weekend work
- Ability to lift 10 pounds without assistance
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Benefits
- Compensation range of $18-21 per hour
- Mentorship and professional development
- Practical experience in social media management and event planning
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to engage with local communities and small businesses