Marketing Intern

**This position offers a hybrid work arrangement with a requirement to be local in the Cincinnati, Ohio region. Applicants who cannot commute to the office should refrain from applying.** Company Description Hillman is a $1.3B leader in complete hardware solutions, delivered with industry best customer service to over 26,000 customers including Lowes, Home Depot, Walmart and Amazon. Hillman designs innovative product and merchandising solutions for complex categories that deliver an outstanding customer experience. Leveraging a world-class distribution and sales network, Hillman delivers a “small business” experience with “big business” efficiency. Job Description We are seeking a creative and enthusiastic Marketing Intern to join our team for Summer 2025. Our Marketing team manages Hillman's social media presence, where we share corporate updates and company news. However, the Marketing team also oversees a portfolio of different product-focused brands, each with its own social media presence, audience, and strategic goals, ranging from hardware to protective work gear products.  As a Marketing Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in social media management, content creation, and various marketing projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a broad digital team and gain experience in a multitude of digital mediums. We’re looking for a student who can commit to approximately 25 hours per week, though we are flexible with the schedule. Responsibilities Read consumer reviews and document reoccurring negative reviews; identify potential actions to resolve. Do monthly reporting on consumer feedback trends for the business to action upon. Support B2B team (shop.hillmangroup.com) with user interface testing where applicable. Manage and create engaging content for our social media platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and TikTok.  Assist in developing and implementing social media strategies to increase brand awareness, engagement, and followers. Monitor social media channels for trends, conversations, and opportunities to engage with our audience. Collaborate with the marketing team to brainstorm and develop creative ideas for marketing campaigns and initiatives. Assist in the creation of marketing materials such as blog posts, newsletters, emails, and website content. Conduct research on industry trends, competitors, and target audience demographics to inform marketing strategies. Support the marketing team with various administrative tasks and projects as needed. Assist the Content team with audits/reviews of product detail pages on different retailer sites. Learn content requirements across multiple retailer sites (primarily ACE Hardware and Tractor Supply), to ensure Hillman’s product information meets retailer requirements Utilize internal PIM system (Salsify) to gather product information or reach out to Product/Brand Managers to fill in gaps in product data. Qualifications Locally based in Cincinnati, Ohio and willing to work in the office at least 1 day/week. Maintain confidentiality of company information encountered. The ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines. Currently enrolled in University program in Marketing, Mass Communications, or like program. Video creation skills a plus. *This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This employee is expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.* #Marketing #BrandManagement #SocialMedia Work Environment and Physical Demands Work Environment Office: Office setting. Seldom exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Loud working environment of the shop area. Functional vision and hearing required. Physical Demands Office: Sedentary.