Intern, Retail Marketing

Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! Our internship program provides you with the opportunity to be at the forefront of Innovation. Your contributions will be key in delivering world-class products, inspiration and solutions for some of the most prestigious brands in the market. This paid internship will begin with an interactive on-boarding program where you'll learn more about The Bernard Group, our state-of-the-art technology, processes and culture. Interns are integrated into our teams, giving you the opportunity to learn how to provide clients with the highest quality product, service and speed that the retail industry requires, while experiencing a culture of teamwork and ownership. We invite you to consider joining us as we consistently work to go above and beyond, and WOW those we serve!

As a Retail Marketing Intern at The Bernard Group, you will be given impactful project-based assignments that directly align with company objectives. Some projects may encompass competitive/consumer/trend analysis, copy editing, photo shoots and social media communication planning. You will collaborate on cross-department teams to develop and implement various projects to improve the customer experience and increase conversion. Working under guidance and mentorship, initiative, adaptability, and strong collaboration skills are essential in driving excellence across our marketing operations and branded initiatives.

Shift available: Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Compensation: $21.00

A variety of these traits will help land you this job if you:

• are working towards a Bachelor’s or Associate's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
• possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• demonstrate initiative, a willingness to learn, and effective problem-solving skills
• have the ability to multitask and reliably manage multiple projects and deadlines, while remaining organized and calm under pressure
• are personable, approachable, genuine, and bring a can-do, positive attitude with a strong work ethic
• have experience or familiarity operating within a Mac environment (preferred)

On top of that you must:

• bring Video Content Capabilities: produce and support product, category, how-to, campaign, or channel-specific videos to leverage for SEM, social, YouTube, and website channels
• exhibit Digital & Product Marketing Versatility: assist with product launches, competitor analysis, campaign generation, image standards, site taxonomy, search/browse navigation, search engine marketing, social advertising, connected TV, streaming music, and affiliate programs
• demonstrate Social Media & Content Creation Skills: curate and manage content across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Pinterest, while crafting written SEO content for blogs, support articles, and press releases
• possess Capabilities & Email Marketing Understanding: assist with production photography, process documentation, consolidating assets into marketing collateral, and executing promotional or automated/triggered email campaigns with audience segmentation
• showcase Strategic Exploration & Event Support: explore new opportunities for event, social, digital, and experiential marketing/advertising, as well as supporting local and national event sponsorships and charitable partners
• bring strong Technical Proficiency: be technically savvy and proficient in—or ready to learn—Gmail, Google Docs, Excel, TBG Systems, and various software and hardware tools

In this position, you will:

• collaborate on cross-department teams to develop and implement various marketing projects to improve customer experience and increase conversion
• produce and optimize video content tailored for SEM, social media platforms, YouTube, and website distribution
• explore and evaluate new opportunities for event, social, digital, and experiential marketing and advertising campaigns
• support product marketing initiatives including competitor analysis, campaign creation, site taxonomy, image standards, and search/browse navigation
• help capture production photography, document processes, and consolidate media into high-impact marketing collateral
• execute digital marketing campaigns across social media, search engine marketing, connected TV, streaming music, and affiliate channels
• assist in developing promotional, automated, and triggered email marketing campaigns along with audience segmentation strategies
• curate and schedule engaging social media content for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Pinterest
• write SEO-driven content for blogs, support articles, press releases, and other public-facing marketing channels
• assist with local and national event sponsorships as well as charitable partner engagements
• complete miscellaneous marketing and administrative support tasks as assigned by management

To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be:

• able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
• willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
• fiercely loyal to both our customers and team
• trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
• enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
• adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done

TBG Overview:

• We're a 1,000-person visual merchandising company
• We are 100% employee-owned
• This is a 2027 Summer Internship in Chanhassen, MN beginning either May 24th or June 7th

The Art of Teams at TBG:

We believe teams of top talent with clear objectives will consistently outperform centralized control. We put a great amount of energy into building skilled and diverse teams to handle our most challenging pursuits. It’s the difference between average and being a world-class service provider.

If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence and are interested in joining the TBG team, please complete the form on this page.

Thanks!