Retail Marketing Intern

Austin Community College; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Exposure to impactful projects

Opportunity to develop technical and analytical skills

Collaborative and inclusive work culture

Job summary

A higher education institution is offering a Retail Marketing Intern position in Stamford, CT, from May to August 2026. This paid internship provides real-world experience, focusing on supporting marketing initiatives across retail locations. Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in Marketing or related fields, possess strong communication skills, and have a passion for design and storytelling. Responsibilities include assisting in campaigns, creating marketing materials, and conducting market research.

Qualifications

• GPA of at least 3.0 (overall or within your program) to qualify for consideration.
• Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Interest in design, retail, and brand storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of retail marketing campaigns.
• Support the creation of marketing materials including signage and digital assets.
• Conduct market and competitor research.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management abilities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Familiarity with design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).

Passion for design, retail, and brand storytelling.

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field

GPA ≥ 3.0

Job description

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Job Title: Retail Marketing Intern
Location: Stamford, CT
Duration: May 2026 – August 2026
Schedule: Full Time

About this opportunity

MillerKnoll’s Summer Internship Program is a paid, 12-week opportunity that provides a 100% real-world experience for students early in their careers. Throughout the summer you will apply academic learning to real-world situations and cultivate leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Design Within Reach is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Marketing Intern to join our Retail Marketing team. This internship offers hands-on experience in supporting marketing initiatives across our retail locations, with a focus on brand storytelling, in-store activations, and customer engagement.

What You'll Do

You'll have opportunities to speak up, solve problems, influence others, and be an owner every day as you...

• Assist in the planning and execution of retail marketing campaigns and events related to new business opportunities.
• Support the creation of marketing materials including signage, digital assets, and promotional collateral.
• Conduct market and competitor research to inform campaign and channel strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including creative, merchandising, and digital marketing.

What You Bring

The needed skills and experience for this role include...

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
• Passion for design, retail, and brand storytelling.

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field

You must have a GPA of at least 3.0 (overall or within your program) to qualify for consideration in the Intern Program.

Qualifications

Must be authorized to work in the US and will not require sponsorship now or in the future.

Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

What We Offer

• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Exposure to impactful projects and business challenges
• Opportunity to develop technical and analytical skills
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture