What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer 2025 Intern - Marketing position at Laborde Products, LLC?
With over 25 years of dedicated service, Laborde Products stands at the forefront of marine engine distribution, committed to delivering excellence across the Southeast, up through the Great Lakes, and along the East Coast. Headquartered in Covington, LA and with branches in Deer Park, TX and Paducah, KY, we are your trusted partner in marine propulsion, featuring top brands like Mitsubishi, Steyr Motors, Yanmar and Scania Marine.
As a Marketing Intern, you will work closely with our Marketing Manager to assist with content development, campaign execution, administrative marketing support, and digital engagement. This role is perfet for a student or early-career professional looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and fast-paced marketing environment.
In this role, you will:
- Assist in drafting and scheduling social media posts across multiple platforms.
- Help create content for blog posts, press releases, and website updates.
- Support the development of marketing materials such as brochures, spec sheets, and dealer toolkits.
- Organize and maintain marketing collateral in SharePoint and other digital storage platforms.
- Assist with website updates, SEO optimization, and keyword research.
- Monitor form submissions and ensure inquires are routed correctly.
- Support event coordination, including trade show logistics, booth setup, and promotional materials.
- Help manage lead generation lists and CRM data entry.
- Assist in executing ABM (Account-Based Marketing) campaigns, including mailers and follow-ups.
- Conduct market research to identify trends, competitors, and potential outreach opportunities.
- Coordinate with swag and merchandise vendors to support dealer and employee opportunities.
- Assist in gathering and organizing dealer marketing materials and training resources.
- Provide support in customer success initiatives, such as onboarding communications and automations.
Qualifications we are looking for:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
Skills you will need:
- Strong writing and communication skills with an interest in content creation.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Comfortable using digital tools such as HubSpot, WordPress, Canva, or Adobe Creative Suite (preferred but not required).
- Hands-on experience in BRB marketing with a focus on teh maritime industry.
- Exposure to real-world marketing campaigns and sales enablement strategies.
- Opportunities to develop content, execute campaigns, and contribute to strategic marketing efforts.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment that values learning and professional growth.
What you can expect as an Intern:
- This position operates in both an office and industrial environment.
- Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require some standing and walking at times.
- Flexible hours. Must be available to work an average of 20 hours per week.
At Laborde Products, we are committed to the success of our company and fellow team members. We do that through teamwork and completing every task with the highest level of honesty, integrity and enthusiasm.
We value equal opportunity employment and are committed to hiring individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status or any other protected group.
If you share our same values and are interested in joining a dynamic team, we invite you to submit your resume today. Let’s grow together!
Applications are accepted only when hiring for open positions. Applications that do not satisfy the minimum qualifications for the position applied for will not be considered. Incomplete and falsified applications also will be disqualified from consideration. Laborde Products does not sponsor visas.