Marketing Communications Internship - Summer 2027

Marketing Communications Internship - Summer 2027 Location Sheboygan Falls, WI, US, 53085 Full-time Johnsonville will place you, as an intern or co-op student, into a fun and challenging position where you can make real contributions to real projects, applying your knowledge and creativity. In addition to hands‑on experience in your field, you’ll have the chance to work with Members from a variety of functional areas, in a team‑based work environment and a culture that celebrates growth and learning. We value the enthusiasm, fresh ideas and desire to learn and grow that you’ll bring to the organization. You’ll have a one‑of‑a‑kind experience at Johnsonville and be able to say you helped make a real difference at a great, global company. Position Overview Johnsonville is seeking a Marketing Communications Internship to start in Summer 2027. The ideal candidate is a curious, engaged learner who is excited to jump into the fast‑moving world of marketing communications … and sausage. In this role, the intern will support Johnsonville’s social media and digital teams by helping plan, organize and bring to life content across brand‑owned channels. They’ll gain hands‑on experience in content planning, digital storytelling, community engagement, event support, trend spotting and performance reporting while helping make Johnsonville’s family of brands famous with sausage lovers everywhere. Responsibilities Support the planning, creation and execution of social content across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X/Twitter, YouTube and Pinterest. Help manage real‑time community engagement for Johnsonville, Vermont Smoke and Cure, and Gilbert’s in a way that feels helpful, human and on‑brand. Maintain and organize brand content calendars to support timely, proactive posting. Write engaging social copy that brings each brand’s personality and humor to life. Create short‑form social content, including concepting, shooting and editing TikToks, Reels and more. Identify social, cultural and digital trends that could inspire timely brand content. Collaborate with the Marketing Communications team on campaigns informed by audience insights, trends and community conversations. Track social media and digital marketing performance and help identify insights for future content. Assist with content updates for owned websites and customer e‑commerce pages. Education Working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations or a related field; junior or senior status preferred Portfolio of social, writing, video or creative work is a plus 3.5 minimum GPA strongly preferred Experience Prior work experience preferred Skills Deeply engaged with social media and internet culture, with a strong understanding of platforms, trends, creators and online communities. Experience executing content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X/Twitter, YouTube or Pinterest is a plus. Comfortable creating video content, including shooting, editing and appearing on camera; experience with tools like CapCut, Canva or Adobe is a plus. Strong writer who can create natural, conversational and humorous copy while staying true to a brand voice. Able to spot trends, conversations and cultural moments and translate them into content opportunities. Organized, collaborative self‑starter who can manage multiple platforms, projects and conversations in a fast‑moving environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal teams, agency partners, creators and online communities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Other Requirements Start Date: May 24, 2027 Must be at least 18 years old Benefits and Compensation Johnsonville offers access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, and onsite medical clinic! Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. About our Company Since 1945, our family‑owned band of sausage‑makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave‑able sausage. Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself! Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability. We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status. Our culture, called the Johnsonville Way , guides the way we behave, operate and treat one another. We truly believe that here at Johnsonville, we have a moral responsibility to create and maintain an environment that requires each Member to fully develop their God‑given talents and help others to do the same. We achieve this by living the Johnsonville Way . Our owner is famous for saying that, "Other companies use their people to build a business, but at Johnsonville, we use the business to build our people." We are proud to offer endless opportunities for continued learning and growth here at Johnsonville. Nearest Major Market: Sheboygan Nearest Secondary Market: Green Bay Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability. We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johnsonville, LLC.