At Midwest Shoe Merchants, we don't just sell shoes-we help people move through life more comfortably and confidently.As our Marketing Intern, you'll work alongside our in-house Marketing team to bring our brands to life across digital, social, print, retail, and community channels. This isn't the kind of internship where you'll spend your days making coffee or sitting on the sidelines. You'll contribute to real campaigns, attend community events, create content seen by thousands of customers, and gain practical experience that helps build your portfolio and your career.Whether you're designing social media graphics, capturing photos at an event, writing website content, or helping launch a seasonal campaign, you'll see your work make an impact across our family of brands:Stan's ShoesGoodmiles Running CompanyThe Vionic StoreWaxberg's Walk ShoppeIf you're creative, curious, organized, and excited to learn, we'd love to help you grow.What the Internship Looks LikeNo two days are exactly alike. One day you might be designing graphics for social media, the next you're helping coordinate a community event, photographing new products, or brainstorming ideas for an upcoming campaign.Throughout the internship, you'll:Help develop and execute marketing campaigns across digital, print, email, and in-store channelsCreate engaging content including social media graphics, blog posts, photography, and short-form videosSupport community events, health fairs, and in-store promotionsAssist our retail locations with marketing materials and localized outreachHelp organize marketing assets, coordinate projects, and keep campaigns moving forwardCollaborate with team members across Marketing, Merchandising, and eCommerceBring fresh ideas while learning how marketing supports a growing multi-brand retail businessWhat We're Looking ForWe're looking for someone who's eager to learn, willing to jump in wherever needed, and excited to contribute from day one.You'll be a great fit if you:Are currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, or a related fieldEnjoy writing, creating content, and telling compelling storiesHave experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, Google Workspace, and social media platformsStay organized and can balance multiple projects and deadlinesTake initiative and aren't afraid to ask questionsWork well both independently and as part of a collaborative teamRepresent our brands professionally in the communityHave a valid driver's license and can occasionally lift up to 40 pounds for event setupInternship DetailsPaid internship15–20 hours per weekFlexible scheduling around schoolLocated in our New Berlin, WI corporate officeThree-month minimum commitment with the opportunity to extend based on performance and business needsWhy Intern with Midwest Shoe Merchants?You'll graduate with more than internship experience-you'll leave with real marketing projects, meaningful accomplishments, and a stronger portfolio.You'll gain experience in:Social media marketingContent creationEvent marketingRetail marketingCommunity partnershipsBrand managementMarketing strategyCross-functional collaborationAlong the way, you'll work alongside an experienced Marketing team that's invested in helping you learn, develop, and succeed.About Midwest Shoe MerchantsMidwest Shoe Merchants is a third-generation, family-owned company with more than 70 years of serving customers throughout Wisconsin and Northern Illinois. Across our four retail brands and seven locations, we're known for delivering exceptional fit, personalized service, and building lasting relationships within the communities we serve.If you're looking for an internship where your ideas matter, your work makes a difference, and every day brings something new, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and help us tell our story-one sole at a time.Candidates may be required to undergo background and/or drug screening as a condition of employment.