Marketing General Intern

McCormick & Company, Incorporated; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is seeking a full-time Marketing Intern for a 10-week program in Hunt Valley, MD, from June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027. The internship runs 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and offers hands-on experience in Customer Marketing within McCormick's Branded Foodservice portfolio.

You'll work on real-world challenges, develop presentations, analyze market research, and collaborate with Sales, Culinary, Brand, and Finance teams.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment in a 4-year undergrad program with expected completion Dec 2026–Jun 2027.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field pursued.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Clear communication across all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Support development of customer presentations and selling stories for foodservice operators.
• Assist in executing customer-specific marketing initiatives, including campaigns.
• Analyze syndicated research (Technomic, Datassential) to uncover insights.
• Collaborate with Sales, Culinary, Brand, and Finance to support marketing efforts.
• Participate in additional projects and initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Pursuing 4-year undergrad in Business/Marketing/Communications

Tools

Technomic

Datassential

Job description

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McCormick & Company, Incorporated is seeking a full-time Marketing Intern in Hunt Valley, Maryland. This is a 10-week internship (June 7, 2027 - August 13, 2027) which requires 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Launch your career with a Global Leader in Flavor

At McCormick, you'll join us in “Saving the World From Boring Food” and fulfill your desire to be a part of something bigger than yourself. Employees throughout our global corporation are united by two things - a passion for flavor and driving results. People are drawn to McCormick because of a culture that challenges them to reach their full potential.

Our 10 week Summer Internship Program in Hunt Valley, MD allows college students to get a glimpse into what it's like to be a part of the McCormick family - rich in flavor, culture, and employee empowerment.

During your time as an Intern you will sharpen your leadership skills, work on real-world challenges, and collaborate with the best leaders in the industry. You will also have the opportunity to network with executives, participate in social events with other interns, and give back to the community. We are looking for the next generation of problem solvers to drive change within McCormick. Are you up for the challenge?

Pay Range: $20 - $22

PLEASE NOTE : Candidates who require visa sponsorship for employment now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

Join McCormick’s 10-week Summer Internship Program and gain hands-on experience in Customer Marketing within our Branded Foodservice business. Based in Hunt Valley, MD, this internship offers college students the opportunity to work within our Customer Marketing team, supporting strategic initiatives for distributor customers, broker support, and communication.

During your internship, you’ll learn the structure and dynamics of the foodservice channel, including its value chain and customer segments. You’ll gain experience pulling and analyzing insights from syndicated research suppliers such as Technomic and Datassential, and learn how to apply those insights to solve customer problems and drive incremental product demand. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop and support customer presentations, execute promotional campaigns, and align customer‑specific strategies with McCormick’s Branded Foodservice portfolio.

In addition to working on real business challenges, you’ll collaborate cross‑functionally with teams in Sales, Culinary, Brand, and Finance, and participate in intern networking events, executive meetups, and community service activities.

We’re looking for a creative thinker with a passion for marketing and a curiosity to challenge the status quo. Are you ready to make an impact?

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of customer presentations and selling stories tailored to foodservice operators.
• Assist in executing customer‑specific marketing initiatives, including campaign planning and performance tracking.
• Analyze syndicated research (e.g., Technomic, Datassential) to uncover insights and support strategic decision‑making.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Sales, Culinary, Brand, and Finance to support integrated marketing efforts.
• Participate in additional projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Currently enrolled in a 4-year undergraduate program with degree completion between December 2026 - June 2027
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a Business, Marketing, Communication or a related field
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Strong problem‑solving skills, including the ability to investigate complex issues and conduct root cause analysis to resolve problems
• Must be able to prioritize and balance multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future .

WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK?

As a McCormick employee you’ll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself—to have a say in where the company is going and how it’s growing.

Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.