Associate Marketing Specialist Internships
Associate marketing specialist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience across campaigns, analytics, and brand work, mentorship from working marketing professionals, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Demand is strongest across Agriculture & Farming, with OCV, Amazon, and Grand Design RV among the employers posting roles now.
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Position Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Marketing Specialist Intern to join our team. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience, grow your skills, and potentially transition into a full-time position after graduation. This role is integral to executing and enhancing our marketing strategies, with a focus on digital marketing, content creation, campaign execution, and performance analysis. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, creative, and analytical, and will have hands-on experience with social media marketing, digital marketing, email campaigns, SEO, Google Ads, and content development. This position follows a flexible hybrid schedule, and we are willing to work with the candidate to determine the appropriate number of days on-site in our Phoenix office. The position requires at least 20 hours per week.
Salary: $18/hr.
Responsibilities
Social Media Marketing & Management
- Manage and grow company social media accounts (LinkedIn, X, Facebook).
- Develop and implement social media content strategies to engage audiences and drive brand awareness.
- Monitor social media trends, conversations, and engagement metrics to adjust strategies.
Content Development & Deployment
- Create compelling written and visual content with assistance from AI for blog posts, social media, email campaigns, and more.
- Ensure consistent brand messaging across all content and platforms.
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather insights and develop relevant content.
Email Marketing & Communications
- Assist in the development and execution of email marketing campaigns.
- Segment email lists, develop targeted messaging, and analyze campaign performance.
- Monitor open rates, click-through rates, and other key performance indicators (KPIs) to optimize campaigns.
Campaign Development, Execution & Analysis
- Assist in the development of marketing campaigns across multiple channels.
- Support execution of campaigns from start to finish, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals.
- Analyze campaign results and report on ROI and effectiveness, recommending improvements.
Google Ads & Analytics
- Assist with Google Ads campaigns to drive targeted traffic to company websites.
- Regularly monitor and optimize Google Ads campaigns for maximum ROI.
- Utilize Google Analytics to track website traffic, conversion rates, and user behavior.
SEO (Search Engine Optimization) & AEO (Answer Engine Optimization)
- Optimize website content and blog posts for SEO to increase organic traffic.
- Assist with keyword research and ensure best practices are followed for on-page and off-page SEO.
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze data from digital campaigns, social media, email marketing, and website traffic.
- Provide regular reports on marketing efforts and performance to inform future strategies.
General Marketing Assistance
- Provide overall support for the marketing department in various tasks as needed.
- Assist in the development and execution of promotional events or product launches.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Product, HR, Engineering, and more to support marketing efforts.
- Help create sales presentations, brochures, flyers, and other collateral materials.
Qualifications:
- Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.
- Currently enrolled in accredited Marketing, Communications or Business program, or similar curriculum.
- Must be a current Senior.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- On-site flexibility/20 hours per week.
- Proficiency in social media platforms, Google Ads, Google Analytics, and email marketing tools.
- Experience with SEO strategies and content optimization.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to analyze data and report on campaign performance.
- Creative, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of marketing automation platforms and CRMs, including HubSpot, is a plus.
About Performance:
Performance Software is a trusted engineering services and solutions firm serving aviation, defense, space, and other safety-critical sectors. The company specializes in software and hardware engineering for embedded systems and avionics, supporting programs across the full development lifecycle. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, it has grown to more than 400 engineers across eight global offices, including locations in the United Kingdom and the Philippines. Performance Software has supported more than 500 programs for leading aircraft manufacturers, avionics suppliers, and aerospace innovators, guiding new technology through the strict certification standards required to fly. Today, the company is setting the pace for the industry with an AI-assisted engineering platform built specifically for aerospace, giving its engineers modern tools to solve some of the most demanding challenges in flight.
Performance Software was named to Inc.’s 2026 Best Workplaces list. Employees recognize the company for its strong team culture, workplace flexibility, and leadership’s commitment to diversity.
To learn more about Performance Software: https://www.psware.com/careers/
Performance Software is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please discuss this with your recruiter if you are selected for an interview.
Position Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Marketing Specialist Intern to join our team. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience, grow your skills, and potentially transition into a full-time position after graduation. This role is integral to executing and enhancing our marketing strategies, with a focus on digital marketing, content creation, campaign execution, and performance analysis. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, creative, and analytical, and will have hands-on experience with social media marketing, digital marketing, email campaigns, SEO, Google Ads, and content development. This position follows a flexible hybrid schedule, and we are willing to work with the candidate to determine the appropriate number of days on-site in our Phoenix office. The position requires at least 20 hours per week.
Salary: $18/hr.
Responsibilities
Social Media Marketing & Management
- Manage and grow company social media accounts (LinkedIn, X, Facebook).
- Develop and implement social media content strategies to engage audiences and drive brand awareness.
- Monitor social media trends, conversations, and engagement metrics to adjust strategies.
Content Development & Deployment
- Create compelling written and visual content with assistance from AI for blog posts, social media, email campaigns, and more.
- Ensure consistent brand messaging across all content and platforms.
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather insights and develop relevant content.
Email Marketing & Communications
- Assist in the development and execution of email marketing campaigns.
- Segment email lists, develop targeted messaging, and analyze campaign performance.
- Monitor open rates, click-through rates, and other key performance indicators (KPIs) to optimize campaigns.
Campaign Development, Execution & Analysis
- Assist in the development of marketing campaigns across multiple channels.
- Support execution of campaigns from start to finish, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals.
- Analyze campaign results and report on ROI and effectiveness, recommending improvements.
Google Ads & Analytics
- Assist with Google Ads campaigns to drive targeted traffic to company websites.
- Regularly monitor and optimize Google Ads campaigns for maximum ROI.
- Utilize Google Analytics to track website traffic, conversion rates, and user behavior.
SEO (Search Engine Optimization) & AEO (Answer Engine Optimization)
- Optimize website content and blog posts for SEO to increase organic traffic.
- Assist with keyword research and ensure best practices are followed for on-page and off-page SEO.
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze data from digital campaigns, social media, email marketing, and website traffic.
- Provide regular reports on marketing efforts and performance to inform future strategies.
General Marketing Assistance
- Provide overall support for the marketing department in various tasks as needed.
- Assist in the development and execution of promotional events or product launches.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Product, HR, Engineering, and more to support marketing efforts.
- Help create sales presentations, brochures, flyers, and other collateral materials.
Qualifications:
- Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.
- Currently enrolled in accredited Marketing, Communications or Business program, or similar curriculum.
- Must be a current Senior.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- On-site flexibility/20 hours per week.
- Proficiency in social media platforms, Google Ads, Google Analytics, and email marketing tools.
- Experience with SEO strategies and content optimization.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to analyze data and report on campaign performance.
- Creative, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of marketing automation platforms and CRMs, including HubSpot, is a plus.
About Performance:
Performance Software is a trusted engineering services and solutions firm serving aviation, defense, space, and other safety-critical sectors. The company specializes in software and hardware engineering for embedded systems and avionics, supporting programs across the full development lifecycle. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, it has grown to more than 400 engineers across eight global offices, including locations in the United Kingdom and the Philippines. Performance Software has supported more than 500 programs for leading aircraft manufacturers, avionics suppliers, and aerospace innovators, guiding new technology through the strict certification standards required to fly. Today, the company is setting the pace for the industry with an AI-assisted engineering platform built specifically for aerospace, giving its engineers modern tools to solve some of the most demanding challenges in flight.
Performance Software was named to Inc.’s 2026 Best Workplaces list. Employees recognize the company for its strong team culture, workplace flexibility, and leadership’s commitment to diversity.
To learn more about Performance Software: https://www.psware.com/careers/
Performance Software is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please discuss this with your recruiter if you are selected for an interview.
Associate Marketing Specialist Internship Market
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Tips for Your Associate Marketing Specialist Internship Search
Apply for summer roles in the fall
Large employers, including consumer brands, agencies, and tech companies, open summer associate marketing specialist internship applications as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-ops post closer to their start dates. Check listings throughout the year and don't treat January as your start date.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for associate marketing specialist interns assess what you can produce, not just your resume. Document two or three projects with the tools you used, such as Google Analytics, HubSpot, Canva, or Meta Ads Manager, and make the work viewable, whether that's a case study deck, a published piece, or an analytics write-up.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and reduces your reliance on a single channel.
Practice the marketing intern screen before you apply
Associate marketing specialist intern interviews typically include a brief case or analytical exercise, such as diagnosing a campaign that underperformed or proposing a channel strategy for a product. Practice these out loud, explaining your reasoning as you go, because interviewers weigh how you think through the problem as much as your final answer.
Target structured rotational and cohort programs early
Larger companies run rotational or cohort-based marketing internship programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit earlier than standard roles and fill fast. Identify the ones that match your interests, check their application windows in advance, and apply in the first wave rather than waiting for a reminder.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 33% of the associate marketing specialist internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to, whether that's relocating for the summer, commuting, or working remotely, before you start reviewing listings. Filtering by location and work type upfront keeps you focused on roles you can actually accept.
Associate Marketing Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an associate marketing specialist internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A portfolio, whether campaign case studies, published content samples, or documented analytics projects, gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an associate marketing specialist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it most for associate marketing specialist interns is performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and acting early on return-offer conversations. Treat the internship as an audition, deliver on your projects, and ask your manager about full-time timelines mid-way through, without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for associate marketing specialist internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, especially consumer brands, agencies, and tech companies, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before January. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly and don't wait for spring to start searching.
Are associate marketing specialist internships paid?
Most professional associate marketing specialist internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it. Unpaid internships exist but are less common at structured programs run by established companies.
What should an associate marketing specialist internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used, like Google Analytics, HubSpot, or Meta Ads Manager, and link to the work where possible, such as a published campaign analysis, a content piece, or a case study deck. Add relevant coursework and keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote associate marketing specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 67% of the associate marketing specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a rotational marketing internship?
Some larger companies run structured rotational marketing internships that place interns across two or three functions, such as brand, digital, and analytics, over a single summer. These programs are built to train people new to the field, recruit earlier than standard internships, and are competitive. If you're targeting one, apply in the first wave of postings, typically in early fall.
Can international students get associate marketing specialist internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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