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Career Opportunities at Experience Kissimmee
At Experience Kissimmee, the official tourism authority of Kissimmee and Osceola County, we’re all about creating unforgettable moments in one of Florida’s most exciting destinations. If you’re passionate, creative, and ready to roll up your sleeves with a team that knows how to work hard and have fun, we want to hear from you!
At Experience Kissimmee, we believe in taking care of our team. Here’s a look at the benefits we offer to keep you healthy, happy, and thriving:
- Health & Wellness: We’ve got your back with 80% of medical and dental premiums covered, plus 100% of life insurance and disability premiums.
- Generous PTO: Take the time you need with our competitive Paid Time Off plan that helps you recharge and promotes work-life balance.
- Retirement: Secure your future with our Safe Harbor 401(k) plan, complete with company contributions to help you build a strong financial foundation.
- Professional Development: Grow with us! We provide opportunities for advancement, annual performance reviews, memberships to professional organizations, and more!
- Hybrid Work Environment: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid schedule, with two days a week in our Celebration office and occasional opportunities to explore the destination or travel.
We offer a supportive workplace where professional growth and a good laugh go together. Check out the open career opportunities below and see what applies to you.
Join Our Team
All career opportunities are listed below.
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Position Summary:
The Public Relations Intern will support the Public Relations team across media relations, influencer and media visit coordination, writing, campaigns, events and administrative projects. This internship offers hands-on experience in destination marketing and public relations, with exposure to media outreach, story development, reporting, website updates, and cross-functional collaboration.
This role is ideal for a student or emerging communications professional who is highly organized, detail-oriented and interested in learning how a destination marketing organization drives awareness through earned media, storytelling and strategic partnership support.
What You’ll Gain
- Direct exposure to destination marketing and public relations strategy
- Experience supporting media visits and influencer programs end-to-end
- Familiarity with industry tools such as Muck Rack, TVEyes and Klear
- Opportunities to attend meetings, events and media activations
A strong foundation in PR reporting, pitching and campaign execution
Key Responsibilities
Media Relations & Outreach
- Assist with national and local media pitching
- Learn and utilize media monitoring tools, including Muck Rack, Klear and TVEyes
- Monitor coverage and flag relevant media opportunities
Support review and vetting of PR reports
Writing
- Assist with drafting and editing written materials, including media-facing content such as press releases, media alerts or internal content such as recaps and talking points
- Support Kissimmee’s quarterly press release for what is new in the destination
Help gather information with the support of the Research and Development team for timely story angles and destination updates
Media & Content Creator Visit (IMV/FAM) Support
- Shadow and support media/content creator press trip opportunities
- Assist with logistics, itinerary ideation and media visit execution
- Monitor Klear performance during active visits
- Support projects from start to finish, including planning, hosting and reporting/ROI
Assist with on-site coordination and help ensure a smooth experience during hosted visits
Projects & Campaign Support
- Provide support on upcoming campaigns and special projects (e.g., Give Back Beer, Latin Culinary Trail)
- Assist with seasonal initiatives, including holiday gifting efforts
Provide support enhancing Experience Kissimmee’s Media Microsite
Events & Meetings
- Attend agency meetings alongside the team and document key takeaways
- Observe and support on-site execution as needed
Assist with event preparation, logistics and follow-up when appropriate
Administrative & Team Support
- Learn the role of a destination marketing organization (DMO) through cross-department meetings
- Help ensure newsroom and media-facing digital materials remain current and organized
- Maintain organized files, trackers and internal resources
- Provide general support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
Assist with other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
- Timeline: Tuesday, September 8 – Friday, December 4
- Reliable Transportation and a Clean Driving Record
- Previous internship experience preferred
- Junior or Senior in a four-year university
- Have a permanent address in the state of Florida and must reside in the Central Florida area
- Ability to attend the office two days a week (20 hours a week maximum)
- Ability to attend out-of-office events during evenings and weekends, as necessary and able
- Secondary language (Spanish or Portuguese) is a plus
About Experience Kissimmee
Experience Kissimmee, the official tourism authority for Osceola County, Florida, is celebrating a decade of success as a trailblazer in destination marketing. Known as the Vacation Home Capital of the World®, Kissimmee offers more than 50,000 accommodations, including more than 30,000 vacation homes, with options ranging from cozy condos to luxurious mansions. Conveniently located just 25 minutes from Orlando International Airport (MCO) and minutes from world-famous theme parks, Kissimmee also boasts diverse shopping, dining, and outdoor adventures in beautifully preserved natural spaces. By promoting Central Florida’s unique experiences, Experience Kissimmee drives tourism, supports local economic growth, and welcomes millions of visitors each year.
Experience Kissimmee provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability/handicap, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Experience Kissimmee complies with applicable laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This EEO policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.