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Marketing Intern - Summer 2026 (West Des Moines, IA)

CompanyHolmes Murphy Insurance
LocationWest Des Moines
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 12, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Marketing Intern will support the planning and execution of corporate events, create and convert documents to corporate brand standards, and provide administrative support to the marketing team. Additionally, the intern will assist with graphic design projects and special projects as requested.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
40
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Our key areas of focus are ancillary benefits procurement and employee communication design and delivery. Our platform encompasses group programs including disability insurance, life insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance, as well as worksite marketing/voluntary benefits and FMLA services. Avant’s approach not only provides a leading-edge procurement solution that saves time and money, but it also delivers comprehensive, impactful employee communication.
About the Role

Job Description:

Holmes Murphy

Marketing Intern – Summer 2026

West Des Moines, IA (Onsite)

We are looking to add a Marketing Intern to join our Corporate Marketing team in the West Des Moines, IA office. Offering a forward-thinking, innovative, and vibrant company culture. Join us for our 11-week summer program for an internship opportunity that will give you invaluable insights into the industry while getting exposure to learning and developing your skills.

You will:

  • Support the planning and execution of corporate events alongside the marketing events team.

  • Create and/or convert Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel documents to our corporate brand standards.

  • Provide administrative support to the Marketing team.

  • Support graphic design overflow projects in Canva or Adobe InDesign.

  • Work independently and as part of a creative team on projects of all shapes and sizes.

  • Assist with execution of the company-wide mid-year meeting.

  • Performs special projects and other duties as requested.

Why Holmes Murphy?

  • Paid Experience: Earn while you learn.

  • On-Site Engagement: Enjoy the full experience of working on-site, building meaningful connections and gaining practical knowledge.

  • Professional Development: Take advantage of a robust learning environment that encourages growth and development.

  • Leadership Support: Opportunities to collaborate with and learn from industry experts throughout all areas of Holmes Murphy. Unmatched visibility and access to leadership, all the way up to the executive level – we love our interns!

  • Community Connection: Attend community activities and become part of our company’s vibrant culture.

Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled or in pursuit of enrollment at a 4-year institution.

  • Examples of major’s prior interns have pursued: Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, and more.

  • Prior work experience is a plus, preferably in a customer service.

We also know imposter syndrome is real and the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting awesome candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply - we’d love to hear from you!

Holmes Murphy & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Skills
MarketingEvent PlanningGraphic DesignMicrosoft WordPowerPointExcelCanvaAdobe InDesignCommunicationTeamworkAdministrative SupportProject Management
Categories
MarketingCreative & MediaCustomer Service & SupportAdministrative
Benefits
Paid ExperienceProfessional DevelopmentLeadership SupportCommunity Connection401k