Marketing Copywriting Student

Daktronics; South Dakota; Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount program

Employee assistance program

Community donation program

Unpaid time off

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Leaves

Disability and accommodations

Job summary

Daktronics is offering a Marketing Copywriting Student internship in South Dakota. You will collaborate with a team of strategists, copywriters, and designers to craft content for print, digital, and social channels.

You’ll be mentored by an experienced copywriter and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced marketing environment. The role requires enrollment in a 12-credit-hour Bachelor’s program in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or related fields, with strong academic

Qualifications

• The preferred applicant will be a student enrolled in at least 12 credit hours.
• Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or related fields.
• Preferred applicants will be in their sophomore or junior year and have completed writing experience.
• Only strong academic performers will be considered and must maintain an acceptable scholarship.
• Unofficial transcripts or web transcripts must be submitted with application to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with strategists, copywriters, and designers to create impactful content across print, digital, and social platforms.
• Be mentored by our marketing messaging copywriter and gain hands-on experience.
• Generate compelling copy that informs and inspires the target audience to act.
• Participate in interviews with customers or subject matter experts.
• Help ensure messages communicate effectively to the target audience.

Skills

Good oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Attention to detail

Eager to learn

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English or related fields

Job description

Position Summary

Join Daktronics and be part of a team that creates cutting‑edge digital LED display technology and audio systems. Experience the thrill of working on projects that bring excitement to sports events, attract customers worldwide, and guide people in their daily lives.

At Daktronics, you’ll engage in meaningful work and have the chance to grow both personally and professionally. Our internships and student positions offer hands‑on experience, mentorship, and the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of our products and industry practices.

You’ll have a mentor who will challenge you to find solutions, take initiative and develop a strong understanding of Daktronics products, practices, and procedures. We are committed to providing the resources and mentorship necessary to thrive in your position, ensuring you feel supported and are successful.

What will the work look like for me?

As a Marketing Copywriting Student, you will collaborate with a team of strategists, copywriters, and designers to create impactful content across print, digital, and social platforms.

You will be mentored by our marketing messaging copywriter and gain hands‑on experience.

We are looking for someone curious and creative, digging into the details of the project to best communicate messages to the target audience.

The ideal candidate will:

• Generate compelling copy that informs and inspires the target audience to act.
• Ask thoughtful questions and seek feedback.
• Participate in interviews with customers or subject matter experts.
• Collaborate with team members to complete various marketing
• Be comfortable with technology and eager to learn new software and
• Consistently meet deadlines in a fast‑paced
• Troubleshoot problems when they
• Take on a variety of projects and pitch in wherever
• Continually learn about our products, customers, and
• Have a desire to grow into a professional marketing
• Communicate effectively with your supervisor and team
• Learn about our company policies and how we work as a
• Regularly and reliably work scheduled

When will I work?

Applicants should be available to work approximately 15 hours per week (maximum of 20 hours per week) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per week during the summer.

Where is this opportunity located?

In this position, you have the flexibility to work from a South Dakota home office or at the Brookings, SD or Sioux Falls, SD Daktronics campuses.

What are the pay and perks?

The typical hiring range for this position is $14.50 to $17.00 per hour based on the location of Brookings, SD. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including relevant education, experiences, location, and applicable local legislation.

Students with GPA of 3.5 and above may be eligible for a $500 Academic Excellence Reward for each spring and fall semester completed while employed. Additional conditions may apply.

• Employees may receive benefits including employee discount program, employee assistance program, community donation program, unpaid time off, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, leaves, disability and accommodations.

Qualifications

To be considered for Marketing Copywriting Student position, we require the following:

Academic Requirements:

• The preferred applicant will be a student registered in at least 12 credit hours.
• Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or related fields.
• Preferred applicants will be in their sophomore or junior year of school and have completed writing
• Only strong academic performers will be considered and must maintain an acceptable
• Unofficial transcripts or web transcripts must be submitted with application to be considered.

Other Requirements:

• Good oral communication, written communication, and organizational
• Self‑motivated and flexible with a desire to work both independently and as a team player.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Eager to learn with an innate curiosity and willingness to ask
• Enthusiasm to work on new projects and flexibility to handle ever‑changing priorities and
• General computer skills, including accurate keyboarding and the ability to learn and navigate new software and
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal communication
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
• Daktronics does not sponsor, renew, or extend immigration visas for this position.

Daktronics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.