Marketing & Communications Intern - Evergreen FS - Bloomington, IL

Evergreen FS, Inc.; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

EAP

Job summary

Evergreen FS, Inc. is seeking a Marketing & Communications Intern to assist with event planning, social media, digital content, photography, videography, and daily marketing tasks. The role offers hands‑on experience, portfolio build‑out, and exposure to a locally owned agricultural cooperative.

Ideal candidates are pursuing related degrees, creative, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects. This internship emphasizes learning and practical impact within Evergreen FS's communities.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, public relations, advertising, journalism, digital media, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in social media, photography, videography and digital content creation.
• Creative mindset with a willingness to share ideas and try new approaches.

Responsibilities

• Support Evergreen FS marketing and communications efforts across the organization.
• Assist with event planning and execution, social media and digital content.
• Photography and videography support, creative development, and day‑to‑day marketing administration.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Self-starter / independent work

Time management

Education

Pursuing a degree in marketing or related field

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Video editing platforms

Job description

Are you passionate about agriculture and looking to grow your career with a leading agricultural solutions provider? Evergreen FS is seeking talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference in the lives of farmers and communities we serve. If you're dedicated, innovative, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Salary: $18/hour

Overview

The Marketing & Communications Intern will support Evergreen FS marketing and communications efforts while gaining hands‑on experience in a variety of projects across the organization. Working closely with the Marketing & Communications Manager, this position will assist with event planning and execution, social media and digital content, photography and videography, creative development, and day‑to‑day marketing administration. The ideal candidate is creative, organized, willing to bring new ideas to the table and comfortable jumping into a variety of projects. This internship is designed to provide meaningful, real‑world experience while contributing to marketing initiatives that support Evergreen FS employees, customers and communities.

What You'll Get

• Exposure to a broad range of marketing and communications work within a locally owned agricultural cooperative.
• Have opportunities to build a portfolio through real projects
• Gain experience in event marketing and digital content creation
• Work with employees and customers throughout the organization
• See projects move from idea to execution.

Who You Are

• Currently pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, public relations, advertising, journalism, digital media, graphic design, agricultural communications or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in social media, photography, videography and digital content creation.
• Creative mindset with a willingness to share ideas and try new approaches.
• Strong organization and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Self‑starter who is comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively.
• Attention to detail and willingness to help with both creative projects and the behind‑the‑scenes work required to execute them.
• Experience with Microsoft Office required; experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or video‑editing platforms are a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to Evergreen FS locations and events as needed.

Evergreen FS proudly serves our members in the Illinois counties of DeWitt, Livingston, Macon, McLean, and Woodford, and in the Michigan counties of Gratiot, Clinton, Genesee, Ingham, Ionia, Isabella, Livingston, Mecosta, Midland, Montcalm, Saginaw, and Shiawassee. With a commitment to excellence and sustainability, we help farmers maximize their productivity while preserving the environment for future generations.

We are dedicated to supporting the long‑term financial well‑being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work‑life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well‑being.

Whether you’re starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job‑related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.