Marketing + Employee Communications Intern - MacLean-Fogg Company
Pay Range: $18-26 per hour, depending on your academic year
Estimated Working Hours: Approximately20 hours per week. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Time Frame: This internship is intended to begin in November, with a flexible start and end date based on mutual availability.
Job Summary
The Marketing & Employee Communications Intern will play a dual role, supporting both internal communications and external marketing initiatives. You will work closely with the Marketing & Communications team to create engaging content for internal audiences—such as employees across all MacLean-Fogg locations—and external audiences, including customers and partners. The role offers exposure to a broad range of projects, from social media management and analytics reporting to employee communications, including newsletters and internal announcements.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Communications:
Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to develop internal communications strategies that drive employee engagement and alignment with company goals.
Create content for internal channels such as newsletters, intranet updates (SharePoint), and internal email campaigns, ensuring a consistent tone and alignment with company culture and values.
Support the planning and execution of employee-focused events and engagement initiatives, both in-person and virtual.
Assist in curating and delivering messages for key company updates, policies, and culture-building initiatives across all locations.
Ensure consistency with organizational and brand guidelines in all employee communications.
Marketing & External Communications
Work closely with the Marketing team to create impactful content for external audiences, including print collateral, digital and print ads, email campaigns, and more.
Assist with social media content creation for our corporate platforms and e-commerce business.
Manage and report on social media and website analytics, providing actionable insights to improve external engagement.
Contribute to marketing campaigns, including product launches, corporate branding efforts, and client-facing communications.
Support the Marketing team in developing materials for trade shows, corporate events, and customer-facing presentations.
Requirements
Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Journalism, or a related field.
Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), Canva, and other relevant design software.
Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and branding.
Knowledge of branding principles to maintain consistency with organizational and external guidelines.
Familiarity with social media platforms and tools for managing content and reporting analytics.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to tailor content to both internal and external audiences.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and work independently.
What You Will Learn
How to develop and execute communication strategies for both employee engagement and external marketing.
Hands-on experience in creating and managing content across various platforms, including internal channels, social media, and websites.
How to measure the impact of communications using analytics and reporting tools for both internal and external audiences.
Real-world experience in supporting corporate events and employee engagement initiatives.
Project management skills as you balance multiple communication and marketing projects in a fast-paced environment.
MacLean-Fogg is a globally recognized leader in the design and manufacture of innovative fastener solutions, engineered components, and advanced manufacturing systems for the automotive and industrial sectors. With a rich history dating back to 1925, we are a family-run company that takes pride in our heritage while embracing the future through continuous innovation and a commitment to sustainability. Our diverse product offerings and our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction have solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in the industry. As we continue to expand our global footprint, we remain dedicated to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that empowers our employees to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Join us at MacLean-Fogg as we build on our legacy of excellence and shape the future of manufacturing.