Marketing Intern - Run

keenfootwear; Portland (OR); In loco; USD 25.000 - 36.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Product discounts

Subsidized cafeteria

Inspiring workspace

Descrizione del lavoro

KEEN Footwear in Portland, Oregon is seeking a Marketing Intern for Run to gain hands-on experience in footwear branding, sustainability, and community engagement.

As a KEENtern, you will support events, activations, influencer outreach, and marketing materials; you will work 40 hours per week during a 10-week onsite program, with a Monday–Friday schedule and opportunities to connect with industry experts.

Competenze

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business , Communications or a related field.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university at the Junior, Senior, or Graduate level.
• Must be able to work 40 hours/week during the internship program during normal working hours (Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and be available to work in the office 5 days/week.
• Strong organization, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Must have a people first attitude and be comfortable engaging in large social situations.

Mansioni

• Assist with all necessary functions for impactful events across KEEN owned moments, sponsored trail races and retailer centered activations.
• Organize and execute premium seeding campaigns to identified key opinion leaders and taste makers ahead of tier 1 product launch moments.
• Develop tools and processes for best-in-class brand representation to fans in both owned and partner channels.
• Organize weekly run club activities out of the Portland Garage in partnership with a local run club.
• Build a scalable and repeatable playbook to support ongoing efforts in the community marketing space.
• Assist with Influencer marketing - selection, outreach, support.

Conoscenze

Marketing

Business

Communications

Organization

Collaboration

Public Speaking

Social Engagement

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Descrizione del lavoro

Are you passionate about sandals, boots, and everything in between? Do you live and breathe sustainability? Do you have a creative eye, a hunger to learn, and a KEEN interest in the outdoor industry? If you said yes to any of the above, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Position Details

Position: Marketing Intern - Run

Location: KEEN's Global Headquarters in Portland, Oregon (on-site)

Duration: 10 weeks

Compensation: $22/hour

Program Duration: Monday, June 14th - Friday, August 20th

What You'll Do

As an Intern at KEEN (KEENtern), you'll dive into the exciting world of footwear, innovation, and community! You'll get hands-on experience working alongside industry experts and contribute to shaping the future of KEEN.

As the Marketing Intern for Run you will help develop and implement tools and process to bring the brand to life for our fans across the run category while building awareness of KEEN Run with new fans . This will include helping to build relationships, support activations, develop marketing materials and tools, coordinate with outside partners and forge lasting partner ships in the trail running community.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist with all necessary functions for impactful events across KEEN owned moments, sponsored trail races and retailer centered activations.
• Organize and execute premium seeding campaigns to identified key opinion leaders and taste makers ahead of tier 1 product launch moments.
• Develop tools and processes for best-in-class brand representation to fans in both owned and partner channels.
• Organize weekly run club activities out of the Portland Garage in partnership with a local run club.
• Build a scalable and repeatable playbook to support ongoing efforts in the community marketing space.
• Assist with Influencer marketing - selection, outreach, support.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business , Communications or a related field.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university at the Junior, Senior, or Graduate level. You will also be considered if you have recently graduated from an accredited college or university.
• Must be able to work 40 hours/week during the internship program during normal working hours (Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and be available to work in the office 5 days/week.
• Strong organization, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Must have a people first attitude and be comfortable engaging in large social situations

What We're Looking For:

We're seeking someone who embodies our passion for creativity, sustainability, and the great outdoors. Our ideal KEENtern is:

• Passionate: Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, committed to sustainability, or fascinated by footwear trends and innovation, you're excited to engage with the world around you.
• Creatively Minded: You're detail-oriented, love bringing fresh ideas to life, and have a knack for solving problems.
• A Strong Communicator: Whether it's collaborating with a team or presenting ideas, you know how to express yourself clearly and effectively.
• Proactive & Eager to Learn: You're curious, ready to ask questions, take initiative, and dive into new challenges with enthusiasm.

Why Intern with Us?

Being a KEENtern means you're not just an intern-you're a valued part of our KEEN community. Here's what you can look forward to:

• Meaningful Work: Tackle real-world projects that make an impact, gaining valuable hands-on experience at a globally recognized brand.
• Collaborative Environment: Partner with talented teammates and work on a group project with other KEENterns.
• Networking Opportunities: Build connections with industry experts and mentors who can help shape your career.
• Perks & Benefits: Enjoy product discounts, a subsidized cafeteria, and an inspiring workspace.
• Outdoor Adventures: Immerse yourself in Portland - a vibrant city nestled between the mountains and the coast - a hub for all things outdoors, such as hiking, biking, rafting, camping, and climbing.

Program Requirements:

To qualify for this internship, you must:

• Be a Junior, Senior, or Graduate student working toward a degree in Marketing, Business , Communications or a related field.
• Be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Commit to a 10-week program from mid-June through mid-August.
• Dedicate 40 hours per week during standard M-F work week.
• This is an onsite role located at our beautiful headquarters office in Portland, OR.
• Plan no more than four total days of vacation during the internship.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Able to learn and adapt quickly to new software and tools.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills strong attention to detail in preparation of presentations, reports, and materials.
• Demonstrate strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Proven ability to work independently as well