Marketing Events Intern (Summer 2027)

Werner Electric Supply; Appleton, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Lean Six Sigma training

Networking events

Potential full-time

Job summary

Werner Electric Supply is offering an internship in the marketing team to support campaign execution, market research, and brand-building activities. You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment while working on meaningful projects that impact our customers and markets.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in events, and contribute creative ideas. This program provides mentorship and opportunities for potential full-time roles after graduation.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited program pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and execution of marketing events, including logistics and on-site activities.
• Contribute to development of event-related promotional materials.
• Engage with event attendees, answer inquiries and gather feedback.
• Collect and analyze data on event performance and engagement metrics.
• Capture photography and prepare content for social media posts.
• Prepare professional event summaries for sales and executives.
• Provide administrative support to facilitate event planning.
• Manage inventory of event supplies and materials.
• Participate in brainstorming to improve processes and customer experience.
• Assist in fulfillment of marketing materials and promo items.

Education

Enrollment in Marketing/Business degree program

Job description

Be Yourself. Build Your Career. Be Exceptional Together.

At Werner, we’re more than an electrical distributor - we’re a community that empowers people to grow, innovate, and truly make a difference. Our culture celebrates individuality, encourages creativity, and values each person’s voice; creating a space where you can be yourself, connect with others, and build a meaningful career. We believe in balance and flexibility, so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Together, we can make an impact and build something exceptional for our customers, families, communities, and each other.

Timeline and Expectations

Werner will be posting the internship positions starting in late September which will run through the end of November. We will be selecting candidates to move forward with from HR phone screen to virtual hiring manager interview during this time.

Internship Program

• Executive level mentorship and coaching
• Company-sponsored project management/Lean Six Sigma training and certification
• Up to $19 per hour (dependent on year in college)
• Networking events with internal and external customers and your intern team
• Individual and group projects that drive change and impactful business results
• Large-scale Summer long projects in collaboration with fellow interns and business leaders
• Opportunity to shadow with various departments to help determine your career path
• Potential for year-long internships and full-time employment post-graduation

Job Summary

In this role, you will assist in executing various marketing campaigns, conduct market research, and contribute creative ideas to drive brand awareness and engagement. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow in a fast-paced marketing environment while working on exciting projects that make a real impact.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of marketing events, providing valuable support in logistics, coordination, and on-site activities.
• Contribute to the development of event-related promotional materials, ensuring alignment with brand messaging and visual standards.
• Engage with event attendees, addressing inquiries, collecting feedback, and fostering positive interactions to enhance the overall participant experience.
• Collect and analyze data related to event performance, attendee feedback, and engagement metrics to provide insights for improvement.
• Capture photography and prepare event related content for social posts.
• Prepare professional summary reports of events for sales and executive teams.
• Provide administrative assistance, including scheduling, communication, and documentation, to facilitate smooth event planning processes.
• Manage inventory of event supplies and materials.
• Engage in brainstorming sessions to improve process efficiencies and customer experience.
• Assist in fulfillment duties related to marketing materials and promotional items, ensuring accurate inventory management and timely distribution to support event logistics.
• Represent the Werner Brand professionally at all events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:Enrolled in an accredited program pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business, or another related field

Company Overview

Founded in 1948, Werner has grown from a small appliance store in downtown Neenah, WI into an award-winning employer and leading electrical distributor with 12 branch locations in Wisconsin and Upper-Michigan. Headquartered in Appleton, WI, we provide electrical, lighting, network, process, and inventory management solutions for a diverse group of industrial and construction customers. We are a growing, privately held company with over 500 employees who uphold a family culture built around exceptional customer service. As a recent New North Workplace Excellence Award winner, we’re dedicated to the continuous improvement of our people, products, and services to ensure the long-term success of our employees and customers.

Werner is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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