Marketing Intern

Marketing Intern
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
Location: Remote (Wisconsin-based)
Employment Type: Internship, Non-Exempt (December 2026 – May 2027)
Reports To: VP of Marketing & Brand Strategy

About WEDC

The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) works with businesses, communities, and partners statewide to foster innovation, support job creation, and strengthen Wisconsin’s competitive position. Driven by a mission to make Wisconsin the best place to live, work, and build a business, WEDC is a purpose-driven organization that values integrity, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions, and invests in its people so they can help invest in Wisconsin’s future.

WEDC is a Wisconsin-based organization with a remote-work-first environment. Remote work is expected to be performed in the state of Wisconsin.

Role Overview & Key Responsibilities

The Marketing Intern supports WEDC’s marketing and communications efforts through digital marketing, social media, content development, and marketing analytics. This role provides hands-on experience working with marketing technologies, content creation, audience engagement strategies, and performance measurement while supporting initiatives that promote Wisconsin as a great place to live, work, and do business. In this role, you will:

• Support digital marketing initiatives, including email marketing automation, customer engagement, and CRM-related activities
• Assist with social media content planning, creation, publishing, and audience engagement across multiple platforms
• Conduct research and analyze marketing, content, SEO, and digital media trends to identify new opportunities
• Help monitor marketing performance metrics and develop insights to support data-informed decision making
• Contribute to content development projects that promote Wisconsin’s businesses, communities, and economic opportunities
• Support additional marketing and communications projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a degree program related to marketing, communications, public relations, nonprofit management, event management, or a related field
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with social media, digital marketing, or CRM platforms is preferred
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating with a team

Benefits

WEDC is committed to supporting the development and growth of emerging professionals. Our internship program is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience over the course of a year, allowing interns to build practical skills and gain valuable exposure to the field of economic development.

Interns benefit from a remote-first work environment with flexible scheduling within standard business hours. We work to accommodate academic commitments and other obligations while providing opportunities to contribute to impactful projects. Additionally, interns have access to internal professional development resources and learning opportunities to support their continued growth and career development.