Event Marketing Intern

About Us:

We are more than just chainsaws, blowers, and trimmers. We have a long-standing tradition of hiring diverse, talented people who help make STIHL a successful, world-class brand. Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remained synonymous with outstanding innovation, high-quality products, and comprehensive services.

As part of our internship program, students will have the opportunity to:

• Gain hands-on, real-world experience within a leading industry, working on meaningful projects that contribute to day-to-day operations and long-term initiatives
• Volunteer to assist with company events such as the Family Picnic, Employee Summit, Manufacturing Technology Summer Camp, and other events as needed.
• Complete a final presentation outlining their internship experience, which may be presented to their direct supervisor and colleagues.
• Gain hands-on exposure to projects, team collaboration, and professional development opportunities designed to prepare them for future careers.
• Participate in learning sessions, networking opportunities, and community-building activities across the organization.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Join us for an exciting summer!  We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Marketing team as a Event Marketing Intern.

As an Event Marketing Intern, you will be exposed to hands-on event marketing, logistics, and on-site execution within a fast-paced, live-event environment. This role offers the opportunity to support high-profile marketing events, including STIHL TIMBERSPORTS and other STIHL marketing initiatives, while gaining real-world experience in event operations, promotion, and brand activation.

In this role, you will assist the business events team with planning, coordination, and execution of marketing events, providing administrative, logistical, technical, and on-site support. You will also support social media and public relations activities tied to events, gaining insight into how live experiences are marketed, executed, and amplified across digital channels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning and execution of STIHL marketing events, including STIHL TIMBERSPORTS
• Provide administrative, logistical, and technical support before, during, and after events
• Assist with event setup and tear-down, including lifting or moving materials up to 40 pounds
• Support on-site event operations to ensure smooth execution
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and implementing event-related social media and PR activities
• Travel to event locations as needed and support extended work hours during event periods
• Collaborate with the business events team to support multiple marketing initiatives

Internship Goals:

• Develop hands-on experience in event planning and execution
• Build brand promotion and activation skills
• Gain exposure to corporate communications and public relations
• Strengthen social media and event promotion skills

Specifications:

Candidate Perferences:

Academic Year: Junior, Senior

Area of Study: Marketing, Business, Event Planning, Public Relations

Software Experience: MS Office

Additional Information:

Work Hours: 8:30AM-5:00PM

Department: Marketing
Compensation: $20/hr