Communications Intern

Huhtamaki; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Huhtamaki is seeking a Communications and Marketing Intern to support the internal Communications team in executing marketing strategies and campaigns. This role is ideal for a current student or recent graduate who is passionate about marketing, communications, and gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers exposure to real projects, cross-functional collaboration, and the potential for future employment based on performance.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in a dynamic, growing company.
• Opportunity to work on real projects and make an impact.
• Flexible hours to accommodate academic schedules.
• Potential for future employment based on performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of marketing campaigns across channels.
• Create engaging content for social media, blogs, newsletters, and other materials.
• Monitor and analyze campaign performance using analytics tools and provide insights.
• Support coordination and execution of events, webinars, and other promotional activities.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activity, and growth opportunities.
• Assist in maintaining and updating the company website and social media accounts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding.
• Assist with administrative tasks and other duties as assigned by Communications and Marketing Manager.

Skills

Analytics

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or Marketing (pursuing)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data management software

Job description

Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet

We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki.

You could be part of our vision. Because it’s our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It’s every one of us working together.

We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.

The Communications and Marketing Intern will support the internal Communications team in executing various marketing strategies and campaigns. This role is ideal for a current student or recent graduate who is passionate about marketing, communications, and gaining hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the development and implementation of marketing campaigns across various channels, including social media, email, and web.
• Create engaging content for social media platforms, blog posts, newsletters, and other marketing materials.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of marketing campaigns using analytics tools and provide insights for improvement.
• Support the coordination and execution of events, webinars, and other promotional activities.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activities, and opportunities for growth.
• Assist in maintaining and updating the company website and social media accounts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding.
• Assist with administrative tasks and other duties as assigned by the Communications and Marketing Manager.

Required

Job Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience in a dynamic and growing company.
• Opportunity to work on real projects and make a tangible impact.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate academic schedules.
• Potential for future employment opportunities based on performance.Working towards a bachelor’s degree in Communication, Marketing or a related field.

Preferred

• Strong aptitude in analytics, problem solving, interpersonal skills, motivation to succeed.
• Competence with Microsoft Office applications and data management software.

Environment

• Office environment
• Work hours are usually 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet.