Marketing Internship (Paid - Summer 2027)

The Plexus Groupe; Deer Park (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Plexus Groupe in Deer Park, IL invites a Marketing Intern for Summer 2027 to gain hands-on experience in in-house marketing. You’ll work on design, content creation, digital campaigns, and events while learning from a collaborative team.

This paid, non-exempt internship runs June 1–July 30, 2027, with opportunities to engage with CIAB scholarship partnerships and real-world marketing projects that build a strong portfolio for your career in insurance marketing.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s program (Marketing/Communications/Graphic Design or related).
• Junior or senior year in Fall 2027 with GPA 3.0+.
• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging content for internal and external communications
• Design graphics, presentations, and sales materials
• Support social media strategy, scheduling, and content creation
• Assist with email campaigns, blogs, and newsletters
• Help plan and promote company events
• Contribute to video, web, and multimedia projects

Skills

Creative skills

Content creation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

WordPress

HubSpot

Job description

Are you a creative thinker who loves bringing ideas to life through design, storytelling, and digital media? The Plexus Groupe is looking for a Marketing Intern to join our team next Summer at our Deer Park, IL headquarters. This is your chance to gain hands‑on experience in all facets of in‑house marketing while building skills that will set you apart in your career.

Summary

As a Marketing Intern, you’ll collaborate with our team on both internal and client-facing projects, gaining insight into the insurance brokerage and risk management industry while working on a wide variety of creative initiatives. No two days are the same—you’ll touch everything from design and content creation to digital campaigns and events.

The Plexus Groupe summer internship program will run from June 1st through July 30th, 2027. Each summer, Plexus partners with the Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers (CIAB) on their scholarship program, allowing Plexus to make an intern nomination to win a monetary award towards their college education.

Essential Functions

• Creating engaging content for internal and external communications
• Designing graphics, presentations, and sales materials
• Assisting with social media strategy, scheduling, and content creation
• Supporting email campaigns, blogs, and newsletters
• Helping plan and promote company events
• Contributing to video, web, and multimedia projects

Internship Highlights

• Real-world experience: Gain exposure to a fast‑paced corporate marketing team
• Creative freedom: Bring your design and content ideas to life across multiple platform
• Professional growth: Work alongside mentors who are invested in your development
• Networking & recognition: As part of our summer intern cohort, you’ll collaborate across departments

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program, preferably in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, or a related field
• Candidates entering their junior or senior year (Fall 2027) with a 3.0+ GPA
• Strong creative skills with experience in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar platforms
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with or interest in WordPress, HubSpot, or other CMS/CRM tools
• Bonus: Video production/editing experience or prior client service or marketing-related work experience

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform primarily sedentary work, frequently using a computer (visual acuity, fine motor skills) and telephone (talking/hearing)
• Read, write, and communicate effectively
• Lift and carry up to 15 lbs
• Ability to drive and handle the physical demands of travel

Position Type and Expected Work Hours

This is a full‑time position during the specified internship dates. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, with some flexibility in hours.

Compensation

This is a non‑exempt position and the hourly rate is $20.00 per hour. Benefits are not provided for internships.

At The Plexus Groupe, our interns are part of the team. We offer a collaborative environment where you'll gain hands‑on experience, contribute to meaningful work, learn from industry professionals, and build real connections to support your future career. Come spend your summer learning, growing, and making an impact with Plexus.

The Plexus Groupe is a Top 100 independent insurance advisory firm, backed by our knowledgeable team, cutting‑edge resources, and a global network of partnerships. We specialize in comprehensive services across Benefit Administration Technology, Business Insurance, Employee Benefits, Private Client, and Retirement Services.

As a proud partner of Assurex Global—the world’s largest association of privately held insurance brokers—our risk management professionals provide tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of our clients worldwide.

Headquartered in Deer Park, IL, with additional offices across the U.S. The Plexus Groupe is an equal opportunity employer. Visit www.plexusgroupe.com to learn more.