Internship - 2027 Undergraduate Marketing Intern - Global Partnerships (Maplewood, MN)

3M; Minnesota; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Transportation stipend

Job summary

3M seeks an Undergraduate Marketing Intern in Maplewood, MN, for a Summer 2027 start. The role is a temporary, full-time internship spanning 10–12 weeks, with a cap of 899 hours per service year. You’ll support sponsorships, brand partnerships and experiential marketing while learning from seasoned marketers.

You will collaborate with sales, product development and cross-functional teams to drive marketing strategies, event programs, and premium guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree, or higher, from an accredited institution.
• Preferred majors include Marketing, IT, or related fields.
• Completion of two required classes in the major, minor, or concentration.
• Minimum junior year completed (6 semesters) by start of internship; GPA around 3.0+.
• Strong time management, analytical, and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support sponsorships, brand partnerships and experiential initiatives to elevate 3M’s presence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive marketing programs.
• Assist with event planning, guest experience, and registration for major events.
• Coordinate ticketing, hospitality logistics and venue operations.
• Provide on-site support for events and partner program activities.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Marketing interest

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Marketing, IT, or related field

Job description

Internship - 2027 Undergraduate Marketing Intern (Maplewood, MN)

The role of Undergraduate Marketing Intern is intended to start in Summer 2027.

A temporary position within 3M. Interns typically work a full-time schedule throughout a 10-12 week assignment. This position is limited to working 899 hours per service credit year.

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

A Look Inside 3M Marketing

As a 3M Marketing Intern, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your marketing skills to support sponsorships, brand partnerships, and experiential initiatives that elevate 3M’s presence and business impact. In this role, you will collaborate with experienced marketing professionals on high-visibility programs that drive brand engagement, strengthen customer relationships, and create memorable experiences for key audiences. This internship is designed to provide you with a comprehensive onboarding experience, along with coaching and support from seasoned marketers, as you expand your knowledge and expertise. Projects may include sponsorship activation, event marketing, hospitality programs, partnership strategy, guest experience planning, brand storytelling, and other strategic initiatives that showcase 3M in the marketplace. These foundational assignments can pave the way for a rewarding career in marketing.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As an Undergraduate Marketing Intern, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world.

Executive & Administrative Support

• Support executive operations and key leadership deliverables to ensure seamless event execution.
• Provide administrative and organizational support across reporting, coordination, and daily business functions.
• Manage post-event communications and access control processes for key stakeholders and venues.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Business Impact

• Contribute to projects that address real business challenges and drive meaningful results.
• Partner with sales, product development, and cross-functional teams to support aligned marketing strategies.

Ticketing & Guest Management

• Manage ticket requests and allocations through TicketManager and the 3M Open planning platform.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding ticketing, logistics, and event processes.
• Support registration updates for key events.
• Coordinate ticketing and hospitality logistics for Twins games, concerts, and pre-tournament events.

Hospitality & Premium Guest Experience

• Assist in executing premium hospitality experiences for the 3M Open, including tent operations and guest-facing spaces.
• Coordinate check-in areas, seating layouts, guest flow, and food and beverage service.
• Ensure bars, lounges, and viewing areas are guest-ready and aligned with a premium experience.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and recommend service improvements.

Event Operations & Execution

• Provide on-site event support including guest check-in, troubleshooting, volunteer coordination, and runner duties.
• Lead volunteer scheduling and communications for the 3M Brand Experience.
• Support execution of the Partner Program Pro-Am and other tournament events.
• Assist with venue setup and tear-down, including physical event support up to 20 lbs.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license for transportation-related responsibilities.

Brand Management & Logistics

• Capture and organize branded asset photography for post-event recap materials.
• Contribute ideas for floor plans, activations, and event logistics.
• Maintain run-of-show documents and coordinate operational details across programs and stakeholders.

Your Skills And Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree, or higher, from an accredited institution.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree, or higher, in Marketing, IT, or a related field from an accredited institution
• Completed a minimum of junior year (6 semesters) by the start of the internship.
• Current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Completion of two of the required classes in the major, minor, or concentration.
• Strong time management skills, ability to analyze and solve complex problems, communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• Strong aptitude and desire for a career in marketing.

Work location

• This Role has an on-site working model, with the employees working at least four (4) days a week in the office at 3M Center, located in Maplewood, MN
• Travel: May include up to 10% domestic travel
• 3M provides eligible interns with a housing and transportation stipend in accordance with current policy.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/

3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.

Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.

All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.