Marketing Intern

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is a world class manufacturer of suspension solutions headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio USA. thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America supplies products to a wide range of Original Equipment Automotive Manufacturers as well as Aftermarket and Motorsports customers. Our Aftermarket operations are based out of Poway, CA and our Motorsports operations are based out of Mooresville, NC. For decades, the name BILSTEIN has been synonymous with high tech in suspension design, driving comfort, and safety. In order to expand this position BILSTEIN became a division of thyssenkrupp Technologies AG in 1988, and a wholly owned subsidiary in 2005. This partnership has enabled us to continue the BILSTEIN tradition of excellence. Join our team at BILSTEIN, a prominent player in the automotive aftermarket industry. We are excited to offer a Marketing Internship opportunity. If you have a passion for marketing and are looking for a hands‑on experience that can jumpstart your career, we want to hear from you. As a Marketing Intern at BILSTEIN Automotive, you'll embark on a dynamic journey within the automotive aftermarket sector, gaining practical insights and skills essential for a successful career. This position works on‑site at our Poway, CA facility. Key Responsibilities Maintains a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies in the workplace. Advocates for and promotes a safe work environment by reporting Near Misses and/or other safety and environmental hazards, wearing all required PPE and encouraging others to do the same. Fields and tracks internal sales requests for branded merchandise, including hats, stickers, apparel, and other promotional items. Picks, prepares, and packages merchandise and marketing materials for sales team requests and customer-facing needs. Assists with inventory organization and basic tracking of marketing merchandise and apparel. Helps pack, label, and organize event displays, booth materials, and promotional items for tradeshows and other events. Supports shipping and receiving preparation for marketing and event materials. Assists with event setup and teardown as needed, including organizing booth collateral and display assets. Coordinates routine marketing tasks and administrative support for the marketing team. Helps maintain and update mailing lists, contact information, and internal marketing records. Assists with email marketing support, including content review, list updates, and formatting assistance. Reviews and proofreads marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, catalogs, and promotional content. Supports the marketing team with basic social media, content, and campaign coordination when needed. Organizes files, merchandise records, and creative assets in shared drives or tracking systems. Communicates professionally with sales, marketing, and other internal teams to support request fulfillment. Salary Range: $18 - $19/hr Qualifications Passion for the automotive industry preferred. Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program, preferably in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field. Interest in marketing, merchandising, events, and internal customer support. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple requests and meet deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Comfortable handling physical materials, packing, organizing, and light event preparation. Self‑starter with a willingness to learn and support a team environment. Basic familiarity with social media or marketing tools is a plus. Strong teamwork and follow‑through skills. Benefits Valuable experience in the automotive aftermarket industry. Mentorship from seasoned marketing professionals. Exposure to real‑world sales scenarios and opportunities to contribute to the overall marketing strategy. #J-18808-Ljbffr