MBA Marketing Intern - Summer 2027

Constellation Brands; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative culture

Hands‑on marketing experience

Work on iconic beer brands

Job summary

Constellation Brands invites MBA students for a Summer 2027 Beer Marketing Internship in downtown Chicago. You will lead a Capstone project, work with brand teams on Corona, Modelo, Pacifico, and Victoria, and contribute to brand strategy, activation, and innovation.

You will gain hands‑on experience in marketing campaigns, consumer insights, and storytelling while collaborating with cross‑functional partners and external agencies to drive business impact.

Qualifications

• 1st year MBA students with interest in Brand Marketing, Brand Activation, Media, Sports Marketing/Management, or related field.
• Strong interest across marketing and consumer products industries with understanding of marketing roles.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced cross-functional environment with in-person days in Chicago (Tue, Wed).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Complete a robust marketing project and present recommendations to marketing leadership.
• Research category trends, competitive activity, and marketing capabilities to inform branding and innovation.
• Assist in development and execution of marketing campaigns, strategies, and activations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product development and sales for cohesive branding.
• Coordinate with external agencies supporting marketing and innovation activities.
• Engage in brand business analysis using data sources to drive insights and improvements.
• Contribute creative ideas in brainstorming sessions to enhance brand presence.

Skills

Brand Marketing

Brand Activation

Market Analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

MBA (1st year)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

We seek dynamic and motivated Marketing leaders to join our Summer 2027 Beer Marketing Internship team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in brand building through marketing strategy, media, activation and innovation related to our iconic beer brands. As an MBA Marketing Intern, you will work hand in hand with our teams to lead a Capstone project that tackles a major initiative or business opportunity on your designated team, building a recommendation through a strategic and consumer‑focused lens that supports Constellation’s beer marketing objectives. In addition, you may be tasked with additional initiatives and projects related to our business to further develop your skillset across business analysis, storytelling, and brand strategy. Interns will work in our downtown Chicago office and will be assigned to our brand marketing team‑which consists of our Import beer brands, as well as our innovation and new‑to‑world brands. Successful candidates must be interested in learning how to build brands and consumer‑oriented businesses & applying insights into action. You will actively participate and provide perspective on how Constellation can build consumer‑oriented brands and expand businesses through innovative thinking while developing a keen understanding of the consumer and strategic marketing plans.

What We Offer

• A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values diversity and innovation
• Hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced and dynamic marketing environment
• Ability to work on iconic brands like Corona, Modelo, Pacifico, and Victoria while also building programs that will inform Constellation’s future
• Networking opportunities and mentorship and guidance with professionals across Constellation Brands

Responsibilities

• Complete a robust marketing project based on business needs and make recommendations to marketing leadership team to exhibit strategic, analytical, creative, and professional skills
• Research category trends, competitive activity, and marketing capabilities to inform brand‑building and innovation activities
• Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns, strategies, and activations
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including other marketing teams, product development, and sales to ensure cohesive brand building
• Work with and manage external agencies who support our marketing and innovation activities
• Participate in brand business analysis, using internal and external data sources to monitor business performance and provide insights for continuous improvement
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas to enhance brand presence

Key Success Factors

• Passion for understanding drivers of consumer behavior, brand fundamentals, and cultural trends (i.e., sports, music, food, media, art)
• Familiarity with modern approaches to brand building and marketing
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, turning data and information into actionable insights
• Creative thinker, not intimidated to propose creative innovative ideas to enhance marketing programming, making it more relevant and engaging
• Strong drive for results with an elevated level of organization
• Maintains a positive attitude and contributes to positive company culture outside of day‑to‑day responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

• 1st year MBA students with interest in Brand Marketing, Brand Activation, Media, Sports Marketing/Management, or a related field
• Strong interest across varying fields of marketing and the consumer product goods industry, with a base understanding of marketing function roles and responsibilities
• Ability to work in a cross‑functional, fast‑paced environment in both virtual and in‑person form: requiring minimum 2 days in‑person at our Beer HQ office in Chicago, IL (Tuesdays + Wednesdays)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods and work on a computer for extended periods.
• Lifting may be required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Location

Location Chicago, Illinois Additional Locations

Job Type

Full time

Job Area

Internships

Equal Opportunity

Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).

Company Overview

Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ), a U.S.-based company, is a leading international producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy. Our mission is to build brands that people love because we believe elevating human connections is Worth Reaching For. It’s worth our dedication, hard work, and calculated risks to anticipate market trends and deliver for our consumers, shareholders, employees, and industry. This dedication is what has driven us to become one of the fastest‑growing, large CPG companies in the U.S. at retail, and it drives our pursuit to deliver what’s next. Every day, people reach for brands from our high‑end, imported beer portfolio anchored by the iconic Corona Extra and Modelo Especial, a flavorful lineup of Modelo Cheladas, and favorites like Pacifico, and Victoria; our exceptional wine brands including The Prisoner Wine Company, Robert Mondavi Winery, Kim Crawford, Schrader Cellars, and Lingua Franca; and our craft spirits brands such as Mi CAMPO Tequila and High West Whiskey. As an agriculture‑based company, we strive to operate in a way that is sustainable and responsible. Our ESG strategy is embedded into our business and we focus on serving as good stewards of the environment, investing in our communities, and promoting responsible beverage alcohol consumption. We believe these aspirations in support of our longer‑term business strategy allow us to contribute to a future that is truly Worth Reaching For. To learn more, visit www.cbrands.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram. Our company participates in the E‑Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. For more information, please refer to the required postings linked here: E‑Verify Participation Poster IER Right to Work Poster