Social Media Marketing Intern - Summer 2027

Location: Pella, IA, United States Department: Marketing

Social Media Marketing Intern - Summer 2027

Program Duration: End of May - Early August Location: Pella, IA (On-site)

Pella Corporation is seeking a motivated student for our Social Media Marketing Internship in Pella, Iowa.

This internship provides hands-on experience supporting Pella's social media efforts through content planning, analytics, campaign support, and community engagement. Working alongside experienced marketing professionals, you'll contribute to initiatives that help strengthen brand awareness, audience engagement, and business objectives across social platforms.

Interns gain exposure to social media strategy, performance measurement, content development, and trend analysis while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a real-world business environment.

If you're interested in social media, digital marketing, content creation, and learning how brands connect with audiences, we'd love to connect with you.

As a Social Media Marketing Intern, you will support Pella's social media team through content, analytics, and campaign-related projects.

Responsibilities are similar to what we expect of entry-level digital marketing professionals and provide opportunities to build marketing, communication, analytical, and project management skills through meaningful work and real business initiatives.

As a Social Media Marketing Intern, you may

Support the planning, execution, and optimization of platform-specific social media content

Analyze social media performance and provide insights and recommendations to improve engagement and brand impact

Research social media trends, competitive activity, and audience behaviors to identify opportunities for content and engagement

Assist with campaign support and other social media initiatives

Partner with marketing team members to support business objectives through social media channels

Contribute to projects that directly impact brand awareness and audience engagement

Projects and assignments will be determined based on business needs and team priorities.

Additional Information

Full-time internship assignment (May-August 2027)

Assigned manager and project support throughout the internship

No supervisory responsibilities

Opportunities to collaborate with marketing and cross-functional business teams

Exposure to content planning, analytics, community management, and social media strategy

Opportunity to gain experience supporting a nationally recognized consumer brand

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Business, Graphic Design, or a related field

Sophomore or Junior standing preferred

Strong academic standing

Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, or involvement through campus organizations, work experience, athletics, volunteer activities, or other experiences

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience with digital marketing, social media management, analytics, content creation, or consumer behavior through coursework, campus organizations, internships, projects, or work experience

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of stakeholders

Interest in social media, digital marketing, and content creation

Preferred Skills & Experience

Experience analyzing performance data and identifying recommendations or opportunities for improvement

Experience managing projects or assignments with increasing levels of independence

Understanding of social media platforms, audience engagement, and emerging trends

Experience creating content for personal, campus organization, volunteer, or professional social media channels

Familiarity with content planning, reporting, or social media analytics tools

Compensation: The starting pay rate for this position is $23.00 per hour. Compensation for this role is established through Pella Corporation’s internship program. Eligible participants may receive transition assistance in accordance with company policies and program guidelines.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Pella Corporation is committed to workforce diversity. Pella is a Tobacco-Free Work Environment.  Post-offer background check and drug screen required.  Pella participates in E- Verify.  Pella will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Pella Corporation provides a working environment free of discrimination and harassment.  Pella Corporation treats all persons equally, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age or disability, as each is protected under federal law. Several states in which Pella operates have laws protecting classifications of Team Members not necessarily protected under federal law. Therefore, Pella also treats all persons equally, regardless of political affiliation and belief, pregnancy, national origin, age, creed, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, mental disorder, veteran status, ancestry or handicap as each category is protected under a municipal ordinance or state law.