Marketing Specialist Internships
Marketing specialist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience across campaigns, content, and analytics, mentorship from working marketing specialists, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Agriculture & Farming, with Bush Auto, Sandhills Global, and IT TechPros among the employers posting roles now.
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Botlink, and its parent company Packet Digital, are leading in the emerging UAS marketspace. Botlink provides an array of products and services to customers throughout the UAS industry, while Packet builds world-class battery packs and power systems for drones and UAS.
Marketing and Communications Specialist
Job Purpose
A marketing intern is responsible for assisting marketing operations under the supervision of a marketing manager. They will create engaging content for our social media profiles, design marketing material, assist with event planning, and more. We are looking for an intern who can collaborate with the marketing and sales team in all stages of marketing campaigns.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development and execution of marketing strategies
- Manage the company social marketing and blog posts
- Create dynamic written and graphic content
- Responsible for keeping website content updated and relevant
- Design and format marketing materials including social media graphics and ads
- Ability to learn technical details of both the drone industry and customer industries
- Evaluate content on the site and provide recommendations to the content team to improve SEO results
- Provide support for tradeshow and event attendance as well as on-site event planning.
- Assist with template building for presentations to ensure consistent branding
- Support marketing team with clerical tasks such as reporting and database management
- Perform all other duties as assigned by management in a professional and efficient manner.
KnowledgeSkills
Required:
- Proficient in relevant computer applications
- Experience with Photoshop, InDesign, and other design software
- Familiarity with social media strategies and platforms
- Experience in event planning and organizing
- Ability to take direction and absorb information quickly
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred:
- Experience with Google Analytics, SEO and CRM tools
- Experience with WordPress and Squarespace
- Understanding of HTML and CSS
Work ExperienceEducation
- Actively pursuing degree in marketing, communications, or related field.
Botlink, and its parent company Packet Digital, are leading in the emerging UAS marketspace. Botlink provides an array of products and services to customers throughout the UAS industry, while Packet builds world-class battery packs and power systems for drones and UAS.
Marketing and Communications Specialist
Job Purpose
A marketing intern is responsible for assisting marketing operations under the supervision of a marketing manager. They will create engaging content for our social media profiles, design marketing material, assist with event planning, and more. We are looking for an intern who can collaborate with the marketing and sales team in all stages of marketing campaigns.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development and execution of marketing strategies
- Manage the company social marketing and blog posts
- Create dynamic written and graphic content
- Responsible for keeping website content updated and relevant
- Design and format marketing materials including social media graphics and ads
- Ability to learn technical details of both the drone industry and customer industries
- Evaluate content on the site and provide recommendations to the content team to improve SEO results
- Provide support for tradeshow and event attendance as well as on-site event planning.
- Assist with template building for presentations to ensure consistent branding
- Support marketing team with clerical tasks such as reporting and database management
- Perform all other duties as assigned by management in a professional and efficient manner.
KnowledgeSkills
Required:
- Proficient in relevant computer applications
- Experience with Photoshop, InDesign, and other design software
- Familiarity with social media strategies and platforms
- Experience in event planning and organizing
- Ability to take direction and absorb information quickly
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred:
- Experience with Google Analytics, SEO and CRM tools
- Experience with WordPress and Squarespace
- Understanding of HTML and CSS
Work ExperienceEducation
- Actively pursuing degree in marketing, communications, or related field.
Marketing Specialist Internship Market
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Top Industries Hiring
- Agriculture & Farming
Tips for Your Marketing Specialist Internship Search
Apply earlier than the role seems urgent
Large employers fill summer marketing specialist cohorts in the fall, months before the internship starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates. Check listings regularly starting in September if you want a summer role, and stay active year-round for rolling programs.
Build proof before you apply
Marketing specialist intern screens run on what you can show, not what you've done professionally. Build a portfolio with two or three complete projects, such as a mock campaign, a content series, a social media audit, or a data-driven analysis. Name the tools you used and link to the finished work so recruiters can assess it directly.
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 catches openings that never appear at fairs.
Practice the marketing specialist intern interview format out loud
Marketing specialist intern screens often include a case or brand challenge, where you are given a business scenario and asked to walk through your thinking. Practice out loud, explaining your reasoning as you go, since interviewers weigh how you structure a problem as much as the answer you land on. Record yourself once to catch filler words and pacing.
Target structured internship programs built for new entrants
Many larger companies run rotational or cohort-based marketing programs designed for candidates with no professional experience. These programs include structured training, cross-functional exposure, and dedicated mentorship, and they recruit early in the fall cycle. Identify the programs that fit your background and apply in the first wave, since spots fill before general postings close.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 50% of the marketing specialist internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start reviewing listings, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you're not sorting through roles you can't take. Filtering first saves time and keeps your focus on openings that actually fit.
Marketing Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a marketing specialist internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For marketing specialist candidates, a portfolio showing campaign briefs, content samples, or analytics case studies gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a marketing specialist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for marketing specialist interns is consistent performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and how early in the internship you signal genuine interest. Position yourself for one by treating every project seriously, without counting on a return offer when you accept the role.
When should I apply for marketing specialist internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer cohorts the preceding fall, often closing applications before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear throughout the year. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the best chance before cohorts fill.
Are marketing specialist internships paid?
Most professional marketing specialist internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show the range where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid roles exist, particularly at nonprofits and very small organizations, so review each listing carefully before applying.
What should a marketing specialist internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented projects that name the tools used and link to the work, whether that's a published campaign, a content portfolio, a data analysis, or a class case study. Add relevant coursework in marketing, communications, or analytics. Keep the resume to one page and put your strongest proof at the top.
Are there remote marketing specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 50% of the marketing specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants from across the country, so apply early once you decide remote works for your situation and use the work-type filter to surface those roles quickly.
Can international students get 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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