Summer 2027 Intern Marketing - Marketing Communication Specialist

State Farm

Bloomington (IL)

Hybrid

USD 28,000 - 40,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

40 hours of Life Leave

Military Leave

401(K) Savings Plan (Eligible at age 俊

Mutual Funds (Eligible at age 18)

Commuter Benefits

Wellness programs

US Discount program

Good Neighbor Grant program

Matching Gift program

Employee Assistance Fund

Company Holidays

Job summary

State Farm in Bloomington, IL, is offering a Summer Internship in Marketing Communications. You will work with professionals to create written and visual content, assist with internal campaigns, and support projects aligning with brand standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration, creative development, and exposure to AI-enabled communications, with a 10-week program and hybrid work options. Applicants should be undergrad or postgrad students with a graduation date after 2027.

Qualifications

Current juniors or seniors enrolled in an undergraduate program or postgraduate majoring in Communications, Graphic Design, Marketing, Organizational Leadership, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
Graduation date of December 2027 or later; minimum GPA 3.0 preferred.
Must have at least one semester remaining after internship; availability for summer program.

Responsibilities

Support development and execution of internal marketing communication plans.
Create written and visual content for digital platforms, presentations and internal communications.
Apply graphic design principles to develop materials aligned with brand standards.
Collaborate with Marketing Communications team and business partners.
Assist with planning and coordinating communication projects and timelines.
Explore emerging technologies, including AI, to support communications and creative work.

Skills

Communications

Graphic Design

Marketing

Public Relations

Education

Undergraduate or postgraduate student

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. We're moving with urgency to become a Next Gen Good Neighbor, with technology that strengths human connections and enhances the customer experience. As an employee, you'll spend less time navigating systems and more time applying judgment, empathy, and expertise in the moments that matter most.

Grow Your Skills, Grow Your Potential

Responsibilities

The Marketing Communications team supports Marketing Department initiatives by developing and executing communication strategies that inform, engage and connect with target audiences. Our work spans written and visual communications across a variety of channels and platforms, helping bring marketing and business strategies to life.

As an intern, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside communications professionals, collaborate with business partners and contribute creative ideas to projects that support marketing objectives.

As an intern in this role, you will have the opportunity to:

Support the development and execution of internal marketing communication plans and initiatives.
Create written and visual content for a variety of communication channels, including digital platforms, presentations and internal communications.
Apply graphic design principles and visual storytelling techniques to develop creative materials that align with brand standards and communication objectives.
Collaborate with Marketing Communications team members and business partners to understand communication needs and develop effective solutions.
Assist with planning and coordinating communication projects, including managing timelines, deliverables and feedback.
Explore opportunities to use emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to support communication processes and creative development.
Contribute fresh ideas and perspectives while gaining an understanding of how communication strategies support broader business objectives.

Key Competencies: Leadership, Work Ethic, Communication, Relationship Building, Strategic Business Focus, Accountability, Critical Thinking

Qualifications

Who We Are Looking For

Seeking current juniors or seniors (preferably) enrolled in an undergraduate program or post-graduate majoring in Communications, Graphic Design, Marketing, Organizational Leadership, Public Relations, Journalism, or Related Field, with a graduation date of December 2027 or later.
Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred (please include on your resume)
Will consider sophomores who meet the criteria.
Must have at least one semester remaining after the conclusion of the internship.

An ideal candidate will have:

Experience creating written, visual or multimedia communications through academic, extracurricular or professional projects.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)

Preferred Skills:

Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud. Familiarity with generative AI tools, including ChatGPT, and their applications in communications or design.
Previous internship experience and project leadership experience.

Internship Program Eligibility:

To be eligible for the summer internship program, candidates must be full-time students currently enrolled in an undergraduate or post-graduate program with at least one semester remaining until graduation and must maintain their student status throughout the duration of the internship.

***Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity***

What You Can Expect:

Summer Internship Dates: June 2, 2027 - August 11, 2027 (10 weeks)
Hours: Monday-Friday, 38.75 hours per week

Due to the short duration of the summer program, we seek interns who will be available to engage and participate throughout the internship with little to no disruption in work schedule.
Pay: $25/hour. In addition, interns selected for our summer internship program will be eligible for a $2,000 stipend (minus applicable taxes)!

Competitive candidates will be invited to participate in a pre-screening video interview in the Fall of 2026

Where You’ll Work:
- HYBRID: This is a hybrid position which allows you to spend some of your time working from home as well as some time working collaboratively in-office. You will work out of one of the hub locations listed below.
- Selected interns must reside within the continental U.S. for the duration of the summer internship.
- Hub Location(s): Bloomington, IL

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