Join our dynamic Global Marketing Communications team, a truly global and creative force behind Ingredion’s Marketing Communications strategies and campaigns. As a Marketing Communications Intern, you’ll dive into and lead high-impact projects that will offer you a unique chance to shape new campaigns, thought leadership and will work closely with the Insights, Digital and Category Marketing Centers of Excellence.

Your role will consist of:Supporting marketing communications integrated planning and development process; assisting in managing and driving deliverables with internal teams and agency partners.Aiding in developing SOWs and briefs, managing timelines, and building deliverables.Collaborating on communications strategy to enhance position within the marketplace.Participating in thought leadership activities as well as the external positioning of Ingredion in the industry.Participating in strategic and creative design of marketing communications activities and materials including advertising, website, thought leadership, social media, video production, live events, etc.Collaborating with key stakeholders to brainstorm tactics, create messaging, define positioning, and develop content specific to key audiences.Writing and editing copy for range of materials and channels.Measuring and reporting on results to continuously improve.

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Passion and Interests:

A passion for food, the food industry and food technologies with an eagerness to learn more.Creative and very interested in media, digital and content creation; up to date with the latest social media platforms and technology and have excitement for bringing forth great ideas for high-impact marketing and communication initiatives.

Skills and Abilities:

Excellent organizational and communication skills.Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written technical communication skills, e.g., making presentations and writing technical data/reports.Working knowledge of basic computer software applications such as MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).Ambitious, able to prioritize, well-organized, good with time management and deadlines.Collaborative, works well with others.Motivated and goal-oriented while ready to ask questions.

Requirements:

Ability to work 40 hours per week during the summer internship term.Reliable transportation required to get to and from the facility each workday.You’ll need these skills to be successful:Proven ability to deliver under agreed upon deadlines.Ability to work collaboratively with peers and others.Solid teamwork skills and creative problem solving.Desire to see and create results.To be eligible for consideration, candidates must:Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Ingredion does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or to provide this position as OPT or CPT.Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program. If currently enrolled in an undergrad status, must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior.If you have completed your degree, please consider other opportunities with Ingredion, posted at www.ingredion.com/careers.

Ingredion Total Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a competitive and comprehensive package that aligns with our values and goals. It includes hourly salary, housing stipends, flexibility, learning, recognition, and wellness.

We offer benefits for interns & co-ops such as:

Housing Stipends (51+ miles from Ingredion work location)Internship Program Events & ActivitiesAnnual Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ in Westchester, ILIntern Buddy ProgramInvolvement in Ingredion’s Business Resource GroupsAchieve Recognition ProgramPerkspot Discount Program

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Relocation Available:

No

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.