Marketing Summer Intern

Steelcase; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing relocation support

Wellbeing resources

Mentorship

Professional development

Job summary

Steelcase is seeking Summer Marketing Interns to apply classroom knowledge to meaningful business projects supporting marketing initiatives, customer engagement, and go-to-market strategies. You will gain hands-on experience with cross-functional teams, conducting research and developing insights to help Steelcase better understand customers and identify opportunities.

Throughout the internship, you will collaborate with teams, present findings, and gain exposure to multiple areas of marketing,

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student actively pursuing a degree and enrolled in a degree-seeking program during the internship.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; no visa sponsorship offered.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with marketing team members to support go-to-market strategies and project objectives.
• Conduct market, customer, and competitive research to identify opportunities and uncover actionable insights.
• Analyze data to validate assumptions, support decision-making, and develop recommendations.
• Communicate research findings and project outcomes through presentations and reports.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gain exposure to different areas of the business.

Job description

General Information

Country: USA

State: Michigan

City: Grand Rapids

Office Location: 1101 - 1111 44th Street - - - - -

Date posted: 04-Sep-2026

Business Function: Marketing

Position Type: Intern

Description

Who You Are:

• Are you curious about what influences customer decisions and how marketing strategies help drive business success?
• Do you enjoy analyzing information, uncovering insights, and using what you learn to solve real business challenges?
• Are you excited by the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals, contribute fresh ideas, and gain hands-on experience across different areas of marketing?

We are seeking Summer Marketing Interns to apply classroom knowledge and skills to meaningful business projects that support marketing initiatives, customer engagement, and go-to-market strategies. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience working alongside marketing professionals while contributing to projects that help Steelcase better understand customers, identify business opportunities, and bring solutions to market.

Throughout the internship, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, conduct research and analysis, develop insights and recommendations, and present your work to key stakeholders. Opportunities may span multiple areas of the Marketing organization and may include Customer Marketing, Portfolio Management, and Launch, providing broad exposure to the business and helping you explore different career paths within marketing.

Helping You Thrive By:

• Competitive compensation and meaningful work that provides hands-on experience while helping you grow your skills and explore your career interests.
• Housing and relocation support for eligible interns, making it easier to focus on your experience and make the most of your summer with Steelcase.
• Wellbeing resources designed to support you, including access to our Wellbeing Hub, onsite health services at our Grand Rapids headquarters, and additional wellness offerings throughout the year.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities through professional development sessions, networking events, and exposure to leaders across the organization.
• Mentorship and connection opportunities that help you build meaningful relationships, expand your network, and gain insights from experienced professionals across Steelcase.
• An inclusive culture where everyone belongs, fostering an environment where people feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact through work that helps create better experiences for people and supports Steelcase's commitment to a more sustainable future.

You'll Support Meaningful Work By:

• Collaborating with marketing team members to support go-to-market strategies, business initiatives, and project objectives.
• Conducting market, customer, and competitive research to identify opportunities and uncover actionable insights.
• Analyzing data and business information to validate assumptions, support decision-making, and develop recommendations.
• Communicating research findings, business insights, and project outcomes through presentations and reports.
• Partnering with cross-functional teams to gain exposure to different areas of the business and contribute to meaningful projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• Actively pursuing an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university and enrolled in a degree‑seeking program throughout the internship.
• Preferred academic standing for this position: Rising Sophomore, graduating Winter 2028 or Spring 2029.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company will not offer sponsorships or work visas now or in the future for this role.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Advertising, Public Relations, Analytics, Design, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in marketing, business, or customer insights through coursework, projects, student organizations, work experience, or extracurricular involvement.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, with a curiosity for learning and exploring new ideas.
• Previous internship, customer service, leadership, or project experience is a plus.

Doing better for people and planet

Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.

Why People Choose to Work with Us

At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.

Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at [e-mail].