Sales & Marketing Intern, MSP

MSP Communications; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

MSP Communications – St Paul, MN 55114 is seeking a Sales and Marketing Intern to assist the Sales and Marketing team with email campaigns, CRM maintenance, research, and materials development. This paid internship offers 12–20 hours per week and exposure to both sales and marketing in a print/digital publishing environment.

Responsibilities include building and proofreading emails, researching advertisers, updating CRM data, creating PowerPoint presentations, and analyzing data in Excel.

Qualifications

• Currently a junior or higher pursuing a relevant degree.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with email marketing campaigns and reporting.
• Research prospective advertisers and sales opportunities.
• Maintain and organize CRM data and contact lists.
• Create and update sales materials in PowerPoint.
• Use Excel to analyze sales and marketing data.
• Proofread materials for accuracy.
• Support team with client requests and ongoing projects.
• Meet deadlines and follow project instructions.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

CRM software

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Pursuing degree in Marketing / Communications / Business

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

CRM software

Job description

Job Location: MSP Communications - St Paul, MN 55114, Position Type: Internship, Salary Range: $16.37 - $16.37 Hourly

Mpls.St.Paul Magazine is in search of a Sales and Marketing Intern to support our Sales and Marketing team across email marketing, sales support, research, data management, and promotional projects.

This paid position ($16.37/hour) is 12–20 hours per week and offers hands‑on experience across both sales and marketing. The intern will work on a variety of projects, including building and proofreading email campaigns, researching prospective clients, maintaining CRM data, creating and updating sales materials, and supporting ongoing marketing initiatives.

This role is a good fit for someone who is organized, detail‑oriented, comfortable working with data, and able to follow instructions carefully. Interns will gain practical experience in marketing, sales, project coordination, and the day‑to‑day workings of a print magazine and digital publishing platform. This position reports to the Client Relations Specialist and the Marketing Manager.

Internship Dates: This year, we will be offering a 6‑month hybrid internship starting early November through May.

Your Role:

• Assist with email marketing campaigns, including building, proofreading, testing, and reporting.
• Research prospective advertisers and sales opportunities.
• Maintain and organize CRM data, contact lists, and sales information.
• Create and update PowerPoint presentations, sales materials, and internal documents.
• Use Excel to organize, clean, and analyze sales and marketing data.
• Proofread marketing and sales materials for accuracy and consistency.
• Support the Sales and Marketing team with client requests, research, and ongoing projects.
• Follow project instructions and complete assignments accurately and on deadline.

Qualifications: Requirements

• Junior standing or above preferred, ideally pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, business, journalism, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Ability to follow instructions carefully and ask questions when clarification is needed.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Clear written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Comfortable balancing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Interest in marketing, sales, media, and the Twin Cities business community.
• CRM or email marketing experience is helpful but not required.

MSP Communications is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.