Marketing Communications Intern

About Ingredion: Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create. Location: Westchester, Illinois Workplace type: Hybrid We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious student to join our Marketing team for summer 2027! As the

Marketing Communications Intern

, support integrated marketing communications in the U.S. and Canada region. Reporting to the Marketing Communications Manager, this person will assist in managing and driving the marketing communications planning process, timeline and deliverables with internal teams and agency partners. This will include both digital marketing initiatives and tradeshows. They will collaborate with design and development on the production of creative assets, channel owners on aligned tactics and with other key stakeholders to coordinate approvals. They will work the Digital Team Lead to measure and report on results of communications activities and outline continuous improvement opportunities. At the end of the internship, they will have the opportunity to develop and present a mini-marketing communications campaign for a select global initiative leveraging all that they have learned throughout the summer. What you will do:

Assist in managing and driving deliverables with internal teams and agency partners. Aid in developing SOWs and briefs, managing timelines, and building deliverables Collaborate with marcomms team on communications strategy for category and specialties business segments to enhance position within the marketplace, leveraging relevant market research and competitive intel Participate in strategic and creative design of marketing communications activities and materials including advertising, website, social media, video production, live and virtual events, and client presentations Collaborate with key stakeholders to brainstorm tactics, create messaging, define positioning, and develop content specific to key audiences Support in the execution of marketing activities for our U.S. tradeshows Write and edit copy for range of materials and channels Leverage Adobe Express to create supporting marketing materials for social media initiatives, digital marketing campaigns and events Measure and report results to continuously improve What you will bring:

Progress towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, Graphic Design, Communications or related field Ability to work safely in an office environment Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Working knowledge of basic computer software applications such as MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Reliable transportation required to get to and from facility each work day Who you are:

Eager to explore careers in B2B Marketing and Communications and the food & beverage industry Ability to work collaboratively with peers and others Creative problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset Desire to see and create results To be eligible for consideration, candidates must:

Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Ingredion does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or to provide this position as OPT or CPT. Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program. If currently enrolled in an undergrad status, must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior. If you have completed your degree, please consider other opportunities with Ingredion, posted at ww.ingredion.com/careers. Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy: Total Rewards Package – competitive hourly salary based on your degree program. Housing stipends offered to students relocating 51+ miles from the Ingredion work location Internship Program Events & Activities – programming catered toward career exploration, networking, and professional development - including the annual Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ in Westchester, IL Intern Coaching Program – pairing with a mentor to coach development and integration in Ingredion’s culture Involvement in Ingredion’s Business Resource Groups – the conscience of the organization and an integral part to Ingredion’s Inclusion & Belonging strategy Employee Recognition Program – a culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally Employee Discount Program – provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel #wayup Pay Range: $20-29 USD/hr We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs. Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey. Relocation Available: Yes, Within Country

This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any). Benefits: Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match .