What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing Intern position at The CISCO Companies?
Company Description: The CISCO Companies, based in Indianapolis, Indiana distributes over 20,000 products to family-owned dealers across the Midwest on a weekly basis. Our wide range of products includes seed, lawn and garden supplies, farm supplies, feed ingredients, bird seed, and pet supplies. Founded in 1965, we have seen steady growth over the years. Come join our family of approximately 70 employees and grow along with us.
Job Title: Marketing Intern
Job Classification: Full-time
Job Location: Onsite - Indianapolis, Indiana
Compensation: Paid, hourly
Dates: Summer 2025
Position Overview
As a marketing intern, you will work closely with the marketing department to support a variety of tasks aimed at promoting our products and brands. You will work closely with different teams to ensure consistency through all marketing channels. In this role you will contribute to the development and execution of marketing strategies across various channels, including graphic design, social media management, event coordination, and more.
Responsibilities
· Marketing Strategy Support: Assist in the planning and execution of marketing campaigns and initiatives.
- Graphic Design: Help create visual assets for promotional materials, social media, websites, and emails using design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
- Social Media Management: Support in the creation, scheduling, and monitoring of social media content across various platforms.
- Event Coordination: Assist in the planning of CISCO’s annual fall trade show. Option to attend if available.
- E-Commerce Development: Continue the development of our retail e-commerce website, including adding new products.
- Market Research: Conduct research on industry trends, competitors, and consumer behavior to suggest new marketing strategies.
- General Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to the marketing team as needed.
Requirements
· Currently working toward a degree in marketing, business, agriculture or a related field
· Excellent organizational and communication skills
· Experience with graphic design using Adobe Creative Suite and Canva
· Experience using social media for brand awareness
· Familiarity with web design, preferred
· Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment