Marketing Communications Intern

2350 Axalta Coating Systems; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Axalta Coating Systems is offering a hybrid Marketing Intern role in the Troy, Michigan area. You will develop campaigns, craft case studies and product collateral, and support communications across channels.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Marketing/Communications/Journalism degree with strong writing and editing skills, plus familiarity with social media trends and digital marketing. On-site collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing trends.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Creative mindset with attention to detail.
• Bonus: Experience with graphic design or video editing tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing marketing campaigns across digital channels.
• Create engaging content including case studies, product marketing presentations, sales toolkits and social media copy.
• Support internal and external communications initiatives.
• Help manage and grow our social media presence.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Collaborate with corporate marketing and product teams to align messaging and visuals.
• Monitor campaign performance and compile analytics reports.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing skills

Social media familiarity

Organizational skills

Time management

Creative mindset

Graphic design tools

Education

Pursuing a degree in Marketing/Communications/Journalism

Tools

Graphic design tools

Video editing tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing marketing campaigns across digital channels
• Create engaging content including case studies, product marketing presentations, sales toolkits and social media copy
• Support internal and external communications initiatives
• Help manage and grow our social media presence
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis
• Collaborate with corporate marketing and product teams to align messaging and visuals
• Monitor campaign performance and compile analytics reports

What You’ll Learn

• Real-world experience in automotive marketing communications
• How to tailor messaging for different audiences and platforms
• Best practices in brand storytelling and digital strategy

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing trends
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Creative mindset with attention to detail
• Bonus: Experience with graphic design or video editing tools

Work Arrangement

Please note that this is a hybrid opportunity and regular onsite presence in our Troy, Michigan office is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Please note that we do not provide visa sponsorship for this position. All applicants must have the necessary work authorization to be employed in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future (including F1 OPT and H1-B statuses).

Compensation and Benefits

• We consider an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary.
• This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off.
• The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location.

About the Company

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes.

We have a vast and ever‑evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia‑Pacific.

Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year.

We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Axalta may use technology‑assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job‑related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.