Marketing Events Intern (Summer 2027)

Timeline and Expectations

Werner will be posting the internship positions starting in late September, which will run through the end of November. Candidates will be selected to move forward from an HR phone screen to a virtual hiring‑manager interview during this period.

Internship Program

• Executive‑level mentorship and coaching
• Company‑sponsored project management/Lean Six Sigma training and certification
• Up to $19 per hour (dependent on year in college)
• Networking events with internal and external customers and your intern team
• Individual and group projects that drive change and impactful business results
• Large‑scale summer‑long projects in collaboration with fellow interns and business leaders
• Opportunity to shadow various departments to help determine your career path
• Potential for year‑long internships and full‑time employment post‑graduation

Pay

Up to $19 per hour, dependent on year in college.

Job Summary

In this role, you will assist in executing various marketing campaigns, conduct market research, and contribute creative ideas to drive brand awareness and engagement. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow in a fast‑paced marketing environment while working on exciting projects that make a real impact.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of marketing events, providing support in logistics, coordination, and on‑site activities.
• Contribute to the development of event‑related promotional materials, ensuring alignment with brand messaging and visual standards.
• Engage with event attendees, address inquiries, collect feedback, and foster positive interactions to enhance the overall participant experience.
• Collect and analyze data related to event performance, attendee feedback, and engagement metrics to provide insights for improvement.
• Capture photography and prepare event‑related content for social posts.
• Prepare professional summary reports of events for sales and executive teams.
• Provide administrative assistance, including scheduling, communication, and documentation, to facilitate smooth event planning processes.
• Manage inventory of event supplies and materials.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to improve process efficiencies and customer experience.
• Assist in fulfillment duties related to marketing materials and promotional items, ensuring accurate inventory management and timely distribution to support event logistics.
• Represent the Werner brand professionally at all events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited program pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business, or another related field.

Company Overview

Founded in 1948, Werner has grown from a small appliance store in downtown Neenah, WI into an award‑winning employer and leading electrical distributor with 12 branch locations in Wisconsin and Upper‑Michigan. Headquartered in Appleton, WI, we provide electrical, lighting, network, process, and inventory‑management solutions for a diverse group of industrial and construction customers. We are a growing, privately held company with over 500 employees who uphold a family culture built around exceptional customer service. As a recent New North Workplace Excellence Award winner, we’re dedicated to the continuous improvement of our people, products, and services to ensure the long‑term success of our employees and customers.