CONTENT MARKETING INTERNSHIP

Hickory Farms LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Flexible hours

Chicago office preferred

Job summary

Hickory Farms LLC in the Chicago area is seeking a Content Marketing Intern to gain hands-on experience in social media content creation and digital marketing. This paid internship offers a chance to work directly with the marketing team, produce short-form video content, edit footage, and contribute to paid and organic social campaigns.

Ideal candidates are students or recent grads in Marketing/Communications with a passion for food gifting, familiar with Canva, CapCut, and platform trends, and

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently graduated in Marketing/Communications.
• Strong storytelling and video content creation skills.
• Familiarity with major social platforms and formats (Reels, Shorts, Stories).

Responsibilities

• Content Creation: Produce original short-form video content from concept to final asset (filming, editing, voiceover, captions).
• UGC Content Management: Source content creator partners; draft briefs and manage relationships.
• Trend Monitoring & Reporting: Track platform trends and share performance insights.

Skills

Video editing

Storytelling

Social media savvy

Content creation

Education

Pursuing or recently completed degree in Marketing/Communications

Tools

Canva

CapCut

Instagram Edits

Video editing software

Job description

Description

CONTENT MARKETING INTERNSHIP PROGRAM - MUST LIVE IN THE CHICAGOLAND AREA - MUST UPLOAD/PROVIDE SHORT FORM, VIDEO CONTENT FOR CONSIDERATION!

Company Overview:

Since 1951, Hickory Farms has connected people with savory flavors to share and send. Our specialty cured meats and cheeses are available for purchase online, in catalogs, in leading mass merchants and supermarkets, and in seasonal retail locations in the US and Canada.?

Hickory Farms is a privately held company with nearly 75 years of delivering quality, well-loved food gifts and charcuterie essentials. Every member of our nimble, dynamic team makes an impact every day in a high-energy, results-driven culture.?

Our Values lead the way. They are: The customer is our focus. Integrity and respect. We own it. Everyone has a place at the table. We embrace change. We savor the journey together.

Requirements

Position Overview

Hickory Farms is excited to launch a Content Marketing Internship designed to offer hands‑on experience in social media content creation. This paid internship provides a meaningful opportunity to work directly with our marketing team, gain exposure to digital marketing content creation tools, and contribute to our paid media strategy. It's a great opportunity for someone who loves storytelling, understands platform trends, and wants real experience building content that performs.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation

• Produce original short‑form video content from concept to the final asset, including filming, editing, voiceover, and captioning


• Edit raw footage and assets into organic and paid content variations using tools like CapCut or Instagram Edits


• Support paid and organic social strategy, including ideation and asset variations for A/B testing


• Write engaging, on‑brand captions tailored to each platform and campaign goal


• Partner with the marketing team on campaign briefs, shoots, and creative brainstorms

UGC Content Management

• Source and vet potential content creator partners


• Draft creative briefs for content creators


• Help manage creator relationships, timelines, and content delivery

Trend Monitoring & Reporting

• Stay ahead of platform trends and best practices


• Monitor performance metrics on published content and share insights

Ideal Candidate

• Currently enrolled or recently graduated college student (preferably majoring in Marketing, Communications, Media, or a related field)


• A strong eye for visual storytelling and an understanding of what makes content "scroll-stopping"


• Comfort with content creation/editing tools (Canva, CapCut, Instagram Edits, or similar)


• Familiarity with major social platforms and their content formats (Reels, Shorts, Stories, carousels, etc.)


• Passionate about food, gifting, and building brands people love

Schedule & Compensation

• $26/hour, 10–20 hours per week


• Flexible work hours based on student’s availability


• Hickory Farms Chicago office preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.


• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.


• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.


• Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the telephone.

Hickory Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.