MARKETING INTERN, PET CARE

Ultipro; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Housing

Paid Internship

Hands-On Learning

Community Events

Build Skills

Job summary

Kent Worldwide is offering a Summer 2027 Marketing Intern position in Muscatine, IA. You will work with cross-functional teams to analyze consumer trends, support product development, and assist with brand messaging across digital and retail channels.

Pursuing a degree in Marketing or related field; two marketing courses completed; strong analytical and communication skills; opportunity to learn about e-commerce, market research, and content creation for pet industry brands.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of key marketing principles – completion of a minimum of two marketing related classes
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable strategies.
• Strong communication, analytical and organizational skills
• Familiarity with conducting competitive analyses
• Comfortable working independently when needed

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, leverage internal resources, and conduct store visits to gather insights that support product development and innovation.
• Analyze consumer trends, market dynamics, and competitor activity to inform product strategy and consumer messaging.
• Track and evaluate WellJoy product performance, helping identify opportunities to strengthen brand growth and sales.
• Support e-commerce initiatives by analyzing and optimizing product listings and monitoring customer reviews and feedback.
• Assist in developing recommendations and action plans to improve product performance and drive business results.
• Partner with advertising agencies to support brand media planning and marketing initiatives.
• Help create content and materials for pet industry expos, retailer meetings, and other key brand events.
• Support the product development process by contributing to projects that bring new and innovative pet care products to market.

Skills

Marketing basics

Analytical skills

Communication

Competitive analysis

Independent worker

Education

Marketing/Marketing Research/Business with Marketing focus

Job description

Are you passionate about pets, consumer trends, and bringing new ideas to life? Join KENT WORLDWIDE™as a Marketing Intern for Summer 2027! In this hands-on internship, you'll work alongside experienced professionals, explore what drives consumer behavior, and contribute to projects that support product innovation and brand growth. From analyzing market trends to helping bring new pet care products to market, you'll gain meaningful experience while making an impact from day one. Ready to turn your curiosity into real-world experience?

• Paid Housing | Paid Internship | Hands-On Learning | Community Events | Build Skills. Make Connections. Launch Your Career.
• This opportunity is designed and intended to be performed in Muscatine, IA.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, leverage internal resources, and conduct store visits to gather insights that support product development and innovation.
• Analyze consumer trends, market dynamics, and competitor activity to inform product strategy and consumer messaging.
• Track and evaluate WellJoy product performance, helping identify opportunities to strengthen brand growth and sales.
• Support e-commerce initiatives by analyzing and optimizing product listings and monitoring customer reviews and feedback.
• Assist in developing recommendations and action plans to improve product performance and drive business results.
• Partner with advertising agencies to support brand media planning and marketing initiatives.
• Help create content and materials for pet industry expos, retailer meetings, and other key brand events.
• Support the product development process by contributing to projects that bring new and innovative pet care products to market.

EDUCATION:

• Working toward a degree in Marketing, Marketing Research or Business with Marketing focus

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic understanding of key marketing principles – completion of a minimum of two marketing related classes
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable strategies.
• Strong communication, analytical and organizational skills
• Familiarity with conducting competitive analyses
• Comfortable working independently when needed

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