Intern, Marketing (Smartpress)

The Bernard Group, Inc.; Chanhassen (MN); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bernard Group, Inc. in Chanhassen, MN is seeking a Marketing Intern to support Smartpress’s digital marketing and creative teams.

You will engage in opportunities to drive brand awareness, generate new customers, and assist in campaigns across channels. You will gain hands-on experience in digital marketing, email campaigns, social media, analytics, and event sponsorships while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Are currently pursuing a degree in Marketing or a related field.
• Have experience with a Mac.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrate initiative, a willingness to learn and effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and deadlines while staying calm under pressure.
• High degree of personal integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Be articulate, personable and professional in all forms of communication.

Responsibilities

• Work in various areas of Digital Marketing, including SEM, social media advertising, YouTube, Reddit, third-party review sites, affiliate programs, and more.
• Run promotional campaigns, automated/triggered campaigns, and audience segmentation (Email Marketing).
• Create content through social media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Pinterest, TikTok) and influencer partnerships.
• Work on product launches, competitor analysis, campaign generation, image standards, and marketing collateral.
• Create video content for SEM, social, YouTube and website.
• Write content and keyword research for blogs, support articles, press releases, etc.

Skills

Mac experience

Verbal and written communication

Initiative and willingness to learn

Multi-tasking and deadline management

Professional and courteous demeanor

Education

Pursuing a degree in Marketing or related field

Job description

Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! The Bernard Group's sister company, Smartpress, is a fast-growing online printing service, disrupting the traditional printing industry one innovation at a time. Our customers love us (seriously, google Smartpress reviews) and we love them right back, providing an easy online experience, high-quality printed products and world-class customer service. Not to mention our commitment to eco-friendly practices and sustainable materials ("smart" is in our name, after all). Our internship program provides you with the opportunity to be at the forefront of Innovation. Your contributions will be key in delivering world-class products, inspiration and solutions for some of the most iconic brands in the world. This paid internship will begin with an interactive on-boarding program where you'll learn more about Smartpress, our state-of-the-art technology, processes and culture. Interns are integrated into our teams, giving you the opportunity to learn how to provide clients with the highest quality product, service and speed that the industry requires, while experiencing a culture of teamwork and ownership. We invite you to consider joining us as we consistently work to go above and beyond, and WOW those we serve!

As a Marketing Intern for Smartpress (Smartpress.com is the online division of The Bernard Group), you will collaborate with Smartpress' Marketing and Creative teams on initiatives to drive new customers, brand awareness and sales. This position will glean experience in all facets of marketing, including digital and email marketing, social media, video and written content creation, analytics, sponsorships and project management. You'll also partner cross-functionally on projects to improve the customer experience, boost retention and increase conversion.

Shift available: Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (hybrid work environment between office and a remote working location. Relocation assistance, housing, and transportation are not provided. Candidates must reside in or be able to commute locally to the Chanhassen area for the duration of the internship.)

Compensation: $21.00 Hourly

A variety of these traits will help land you this job if you:

• are currently pursuing a degree in Marketing or a related field
• have experience with a Mac

On top of that you must:

• exhibit excellent verbal and written communication.
• demonstrate initiative, a willingness to learn and effective problem-solving skills.
• have the ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and deadlines at the same time, while remaining calm under pressure.
• have a high degree of personal integrity and the ability to manage sensitive or confidential information.
• be articulate, personable and professional in all forms of communication.

In this position, you will:

• work in various areas of Digital Marketing, including search engine marketing, social media advertising, YouTube, Reddit, third party review sites, affiliate programs, and more
• run promotional campaigns, automated/triggered campaigns, audience segmentation (Email Marketing).
• create content through social media; Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Pinterest, TikTok, influencer partnerships. (Social Media).
• work on product launches, competitor analysis, campaign generation, image standards, and marketing collateral (Product Marketing).
• create product, category, how-to, campaign or channel-specific videos to leverage for SEM, social, Youtube and website (Video Content).
• write content and keyword research for blogs, support articles, press releases, etc. (Product Marketing).
• work with local and national events and trade shows, charitable partners (Sponsorships).
• explore new opportunities for event, social, digital and experiential marketing and advertising.
• other duties as assigned by management.

To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be:

• able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
• willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
• fiercely loyal to both our customers and team
• trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
• enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
• adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done

TBG Overview:

• We're a 1,000-person visual merchandising company
• We are 100% employee-owned
• This is a 2027 Summer Internship in Chanhassen, MN 55317 beginning either May 24th or June 7th

The Art of Teams at TBG:

We believe teams of top talent with clear objectives will consistently outperform centralized control. We put a great amount of energy into building skilled and diverse teams to handle our most challenging pursuits. It's the difference between average and being a world-class service provider.