Marketing & Creative Services Intern

Job Description

Performance Foodservice Burlington is seeking a creative, motivated, and innovative Marketing & Creative Services Intern to support a wide variety of marketing, communications, and event initiatives. This hands on position is ideal for a student or recent graduate pursuing a career in marketing, graphic design, digital media, communications, or a related field.
The intern will play an active role in developing social media content, photography, video production, marketing materials, customer focused storytelling, and special events. This position will also help explore and implement emerging AI technologies to improve marketing efficiency, creativity, and content production.
Primary Responsibilities
Creative Content Development
• Create engaging content for social media platforms including Instagram and LinkedIn
• Assist with photography, product photo shoots, customer features, and video production
• Support the creation of short form video content, promotional videos, and digital marketing assets
• Help develop content calendars and social media campaigns
• Assist with customer spotlight stories, testimonials, and marketing features
Graphic Design & Marketing Materials
• Design and update customer flyers, brochures, sell sheets, advertisements, and promotional materials
• Refresh existing marketing templates and collateral with updated creative concepts
• Assist in maintaining brand consistency across all marketing materials
• Support the development of presentations and sales meeting materials
Events & Promotions
• Assist with planning and execution of customer events, food shows, sales meetings, training sessions, and promotional activities
• Support event logistics, signage creation, promotional materials, and event communications
• Capture photography and video content during events for future marketing use
Marketing Innovation & AI Integration
• Research and evaluate emerging AI tools and technologies
• Identify opportunities to improve marketing workflows, content creation, graphic design, video production, and operational efficiency through AI
• Collaborate with the marketing team to implement innovative solutions that enhance creativity and productivity

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

Required Qualifications

Required Skills
• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, Communications, Digital Media, Advertising, or a related field
• Experience with social media platforms, particularly Instagram and LinkedIn
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including:
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Creative mindset with strong visual design abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with Canva
• Experience with photography and video editing
• Knowledge of social media analytics and content strategy
• Familiarity with AI tools for content creation, design, workflow automation, and marketing innovation
• Experience using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications
• Creative thinker who enjoys bringing new ideas to life
• Self motivated and eager to learn
• Strong collaborator who works well in a team environment
• Passionate about digital marketing, design, and storytelling
• Curious about emerging technologies and marketing trends
• Comfortable working in a fast paced environment with a variety of projects

Company Description

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.