Marketing Intern (Summer 2027)

Summary

Clark National Accounts is seeking a Marketing Intern to support brand-building, digital marketing, and campaign initiatives. The intern will create marketing content and presentations, assist with events, market research, social media, merchandising, and develop a self-driven Legacy Project that delivers lasting value.

Responsibilities

• Understand how to design content and materials that is relevant to engaging prospective, existing customers, and driving traffic to the company’s website to boost sales
• Event support and design coordination with external CNA team members
• Utilize creativity to build custom presentations and one pages for both CNA’s internal Partnership Development and Business Relations teams
• Maintain and innovate the CNA Merch shop for internal team needs
• Learn about the food service industry, the products that we sell, and the unique needs of the clients we serve
• Assist with social media strategy and execution
• Develop a self-driven “Legacy Project”
• Developing partner-specific marketing materials to show the value of shopping with CNA. Examples include: Custom video content, assistance with CNA’s marketplace promotional materials, marketing materials and items for industry and partner conferences, and much more!
• Work is performed while sitting/standing and interfacing with a personal computer
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing
• Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
• Requires occasional bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching
• Requires the ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs
• Access to a reliable and secure high-speed internet connection. Cable or fiber internet connections (at least 75mbps download/10mbps upload) are preferred, as satellite connections often cannot support the technologies used to perform day-to-day tasks
• Access to a home router and modem
• A dedicated home office space that is noise- and distraction-free. The space should have strong wireless connection or a wired Ethernet connection (wired connection is preferred, if possible)
• A valid, physical address (apartment, suite, etc.). PO Boxes are not supported, as a physical address is required for you to receive your computer equipment
• The desire and ability to work and communicate with other team members via chat, webcam, etc
• Legal residents of one of the following states: (AK, AL, AR, AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, or WY). H-1B Visa Sponsorship Not Available, W2 only

Skills

• The ideal candidate has a strong interest in marketing, advertising, communications, public relations, digital media, graphic design, and experience utilizing the Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong design skills and creativity
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Enjoys and excels at proofreading for accuracy
• Ability to think creatively and collaborate with a team
• Strong emotional intelligence is required with the ability to connect with others in person and remotely
• Demonstrated passion for design and marketing
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy
• Demonstrated passion for excellence and never settle attitude
• This role does not require a degree
• We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else
• An ambition to learn and grow
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• An ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities effectively
• The capacity to learn and problem-solve while handling multiple priorities
• The flexibility to work well independently or as part of a cohesive team
• The consistent demonstration of a positive attitude
• The ability to remain patient under pressure
• A commitment to relentless innovation
• A conscientious approach to challenges and interactions
• An ownership mentality
• A passion for excellence
• Legal residents of one of the following states: (AK, AL, AR, AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, or WY)
• H-1B Visa Sponsorship Not Available, W2 only

Qualifications

Must Haves

• The ideal candidate has a strong interest in marketing, advertising, communications, public relations, digital media, graphic design, and experience utilizing the Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong design skills and creativity
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Enjoys and excels at proofreading for accuracy
• Ability to think creatively and collaborate with a team
• Strong emotional intelligence is required with the ability to connect with others in person and remotely
• Demonstrated passion for design and marketing
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy
• Demonstrated passion for excellence and never settle attitude
• This role does not require a degree
• We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else
• An ambition to learn and grow
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• An ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities effectively
• The capacity to learn and problem-solve while handling multiple priorities
• The flexibility to work well independently or as part of a cohesive team
• The consistent demonstration of a positive attitude
• The ability to remain patient under pressure
• A commitment to relentless innovation
• A conscientious approach to challenges and interactions
• An ownership mentality
• A passion for excellence
• Legal residents of one of the following states: (AK, AL, AR, AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, or WY)
• H-1B Visa Sponsorship Not Available, W2 only

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Discounts
• On-Site Fitness Centers (available at HQ locations only)
• Dog-friendly Offices (available at HQ locations only)