Marketing Intern

MARKETING INTERN (15-20 HOURS PER WEEK)

WHO WE ARE | WHAT WE DO

Are you looking for a company that values its employees and wants to help them grow? Do you enjoy being part of a team that is proud of the work it does and is committed to providing customers with an outstanding construction experience?

Steel Encounters is the premier specialty building envelope subcontractor and steel joist and deck supplier. Steel Encounters is an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company, where employees receive company stock annually that goes directly toward retirement. Each employee-owner takes pride in their work and is an important contributor to our overall success.

We are a multicultural, multigenerational employee-owned company employing individuals from across the U.S. and around the world. Steel Encounters benefits from the richness of our diversity and recognizes the power of our employees working together. As a unified team, we overcome challenges and create a welcoming, inclusive, and successful work environment. At Steel Encounters, our people are our greatest asset.

We are seeking a motivated Marketing Intern to assist our marketing team during an exciting company rebrand. This position offers hands-on experience in marketing operations, social media coordination, brand implementation, and e-commerce administration. This position is based in our Salt Lake City office and averages approximately 15-20 hours per week with flexible scheduling.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Competitive hourly pay ($15-17.50/hour, depending on experience)
• Flexible schedule designed around school commitments
• Real-world marketing and brand management experience
• Exposure to graphic design, social media, photography, and e-commerce platforms
• Opportunity to build a professional portfolio through meaningful projects
• Mentorship and training from experienced marketing and business professionals
• Potential for future employment opportunities

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Brand & Marketing Support

• Update company marketing resources, templates, and branded collateral, including PowerPoint templates and digital assets.
• Organize and maintain company marketing files, photography libraries, and shared resources.
• Assist with implementing company rebranding initiatives across various platforms and materials.
• Support marketing team projects and special assignments.
• Assist with launch activities related to new branding, company initiatives, and employee programs.
• Perform other marketing and administrative duties as assigned.

Content Creation & Social Media

• Assist with drafting and scheduling social media content.
• Photograph company merchandise.
• Edit and optimize images for web, social media, and e-commerce use.
• Create simple graphics, flyers, signage, and marketing materials as needed.

Employee Store & E-Commerce

• Upload and maintain inventory within the company's Wix storefront.
• Pull orders, package items, print shipping labels, and update inventory records.
• Track employee store credits using Smartsheet.

Employee Engagement & Events

• Distribute marketing materials, flyers, and promotional resources to offices and jobsites.
• Research, inventory, and organize marketing displays, giveaways, and recruiting/event materials.
• Assist with ordering and distributing updated branding materials, office signage, and promotional items.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Business, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools preferred.
• Experience with social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram, preferred.
• Basic photography and photo editing skills preferred.
• Comfortable learning new software platforms, including Wix and internal business applications.
• Detail-oriented with strong proofreading and quality control skills.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and willingness to take initiative.

WHY THIS INTERNSHIP?

This internship provides the opportunity to gain real-world experience supporting a corporate rebrand from planning through launch while developing skills in marketing campaigns, branding, social media, e-commerce, and content creation. You'll work on meaningful projects that contribute directly to the company, build a professional portfolio, receive mentorship from an experienced marketing professional, and gain valuable exposure to the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry.