A bit about PECO:
A world-class manufacturer of model railway products, and leading publisher of magazines and books, PECO was established in 1946 and is a forward-thinking family company with a long tradition of innovation. Located in the picturesque village of Beer in East Devon, we produce high specification, technically superior model railway track, plastic kits, and accessories for the model railway hobby at our two manufacturing sites at Beer and Buckfastleigh. We also publish the UK’s best-selling model railway magazine, the Railway Modeller. PECO has been proud to develop our manufacturing skills ‘in-house’ and our market-leading products and publications are distributed to businesses and retailers throughout the UK and across more than 30 countries around the world.
A bit about the role:
The Social Media/Digital Marketing Intern is responsible for planning, creating, and delivering high‑quality digital content that enhances the PECO brand, increases customer engagement, and supports key business objectives. Reporting into the Head of Publications, this position plays a key role in shaping the PECO’s online presence, ensuring that all digital channels are engaging, professional, and aligned with the marketing strategy, and offers a great opportunity to gain first hand marketing experience with an established brand.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop engaging written, visual, and video content for all social media platforms, website pages, newsletters, and internal communications such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other platforms.
- Maintain a consistent posting schedule aligned with the marketing calendar, in line with PECO brand guidelines and audience expectations.
- Identify new trends, tools, and opportunities to grow the PECO online audience.
- Film, edit, and produce short-form and long-form video content for promotional campaigns, events, and digital storytelling in line with brand standards.
- Respond to messages, comments, and enquiries promptly, ensuring a professional and supportive user experience, monitoring customer reactions and feedback.
- Track, analyse, and report on performance metrics adjusting content approaches accordingly.
- Monitor competitor and industry activity, identifying best practice and emerging trends.
- Update website content, news stories, landing pages, and imagery.
- Draft and publish internal marketing updates and announcements as required, supporting internal branding and culture initiatives through digital content.
- Assist other departments in promoting projects and events as needed.
Skills required - This is an entry-level marketing role suitable for candidates with a related degree or equivalent experience
- Strong copywriting and editing skills across different content styles.
- Proficiency in video editing software (e.g. Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut, Canva).
- Basic understanding of SEO and website content management systems.
- Ability to analyse data and translate insights into actions.
- Awareness of scheduling and analytics tools (e.g. Meta Business Suite, Hootsuite, Google Analytics).
- Basic understanding of brand identity and digital storytelling.
Key KPIs/measures:
- Consistent delivery of monthly content and reporting to agreed deadlines.
- Increased customer engagement rates (likes, shares, comments, video retention and followers).
- Response time to customer enquiries.
A bit about you – you will need to be:
- A creative thinker with an eye for engaging content, accuracy and attention to detail.
- Highly organised with excellent time‑management skills.
- A confident communicator who can adapt tone for different audiences.
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Flexible and proactive, with the ability to juggle multiple projects.
- Curious and enthusiastic about digital trends and audience behaviour.
- Calm under pressure with a positive, solutions-focused mindset.
- Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for events or campaign deadlines.
What we can offer:
PECO is based in one of the most beautiful areas of the UK on the Devon coastline. We offer a competitive salary plus a range of team benefits including a subsidised team canteen offering a range of home-made hot and cold food. Free car parking is available on-site. Other benefits include a bike to work scheme, contributory pension and a minimum 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays.
To find out more about PECO, please visit our website or to apply please email with your CV and covering letter to [email protected]. The closing date for applications is Friday 24th July 2026.
Pay: £25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Free or subsidised travel
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
