Summer Marketing Intern

SCSB; Iowa; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby County State Bank (SCSB) in western Iowa invites applications for a Marketing Internship designed for a motivated student exploring careers in community banking marketing. The internship reports to the SVP of Marketing and offers hands-on experience in campaigns, branding, and community engagement while bringing fresh ideas to the table.

Based in Harlan, IA, the 10-12 week program runs May through August and provides opportunities to collaborate across the organization.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's (B.A. or B.S.) or completed an Associate degree program, preferably in marketing, communications, business, graphic design, or a related field.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva.
• Experience creating and scheduling content on social media platforms.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates creativity, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
• Maintains a positive and professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist with marketing campaigns, promotions, and product communications.
• Support social media content creation and scheduling.
• Help create marketing materials such as flyers, digital graphics, and advertisements.
• Assist with website updates and content development.
• Participate in community engagement and event marketing.
• Conduct research on marketing trends and competitor activity.
• Support internal communications and branding initiatives.
• Contribute creative ideas for marketing campaigns and customer engagement.
• Gain an understanding of the community banking industry and marketing's role in customer relationships.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Social media content creation & sched

Microsoft Office

Written & verbal communication

Team collaboration

Creativity

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Marketing/Communications/Business/Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shelby County State Bank (SCSB) is excited to offer a Marketing Internship for a motivated student interested in exploring a career in marketing within community banking. With ten locations across Western Iowa, SCSB has been recognized as a Des Moines Register Best Workplace for the past twelve years. Our culture is rooted in three core values: Family. Service. Community.

This internship reports directly to the SVP of Marketing and provides opportunities to collaborate with team members across the organization. The intern will gain hands-on marketing experience while contributing fresh ideas and perspectives to support the bank's brand, communications, and community engagement efforts.

JOB TYPE:

Full- time intern (10-12 weeks) from May-August, located in Harlan, Iowa.

Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Applicants should be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's (B.A. or B.S.) or completed their Associate degree program, preferably in marketing, communications, business, graphic design, or a related field.

Candidates should:

• Have working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign)
• Have working knowledge of Canva
• Have experience creating and scheduling content on social media platforms
• Be familiar with Microsoft Office programs
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Be comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrate creativity, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude

INTERNSHIP OBJECTIVES:

• Assist with marketing campaigns, promotions, and product communications
• Support social media content creation and scheduling
• Help create marketing materials such as flyers, digital graphics, and advertisements
• Assist with website updates and content development
• Participate in community engagement and event marketing
• Conduct research on marketing trends and competitor activity
• Support internal communications and branding initiatives
• Contribute creative ideas for marketing campaigns and customer engagement
• Gain an understanding of the community banking industry and the role marketing plays in customer relationships

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The intern will primarily work in a professional office setting at SCSB's headquarters in downtown Harlan, Iowa. Occasional travel may be required to other branch locations across Western Iowa or to nearby communities for marketing events or internship-related activities. The intern will also represent SCSB at community events such as parades, fairs, and local activities, helping promote the bank and strengthen community connections.

SCSB is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, religion, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.