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Position Overview:As a Marketing Communications Intern, you will participate in various aspects of the Marketing department of which you are assigned. You will work alongside team members and have the opportunity to complete a capstone project which you’ll work on throughout the internship.

Housing: Local campus housing (private room, private bath, and shared living space) is provided for interns selecting Thief River Falls as their internship home base. We are unable to provide housing for Bloomington-based internships. 

This is a hybrid or essential onsite role, which will require onsite attendance

Responsibilities:

Assist with day-to-day tasks and projects in the assigned department 

Support the team in their regular duties 

Participate in team meetings and contribute to brainstorming sessions 

Collaborate with team members on various projects and initiatives 

Conduct research and analysis as assigned 

Maintain organized records of work and project files

Assist in ideation and development of a variety of marketing communications messages to promote campaigns, events, and programs.

Produce recommendations and assist in development of a communications strategy to increase the external and internal awareness of the DigiKey brand.

Demonstrate skills in effective one-on-one and team communications and work with all levels of organizational team members.

Collaborate and assist the marketing communications team in planning and executing initiatives that promote the company via earned media strategies, programs, and campaigns.

Provide support to external communications and internal communications teams.

Capstone Project:  

Gain practical experience in the assigned department 

Develop a deeper understanding of DigiKey and how it operates  

Improve business skills such communication, project management, data analysis, etc. 

Build a professional network within the industry

Learn a variety of areas within marketing and communications. This is a highly visible intern program with leadership exposure and mentorship throughout the summer.

Learn how to communicate to DigiKey’s stakeholders clearly and effectively on the company’s overall business goals and values.

Gain an understanding of DigiKey's key, global marketing initiatives.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities 

High school diploma or equivalent. Must be in college pursuing a marketing, communications, or similar degree

Be willing to take the initiative, working independently and collaboratively 

Demonstrating a positive, collaborative approach is important in this role

Must be able to communicate clearly at a professional level

Available for an internship in Summer 2025

Passionate about marketing, communications, or related field

Strong communications, project management and organization skills

Must demonstrate the following behavioral competencies: Attention to detail, communication, ethical conduct, initiative, execution, personal effectiveness/credibility, positive attitude, problem solving, professionalism, thoroughness & time management

Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship. 

Tools, Systems, and Software: 

Full Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams 

Outlook 

Physical Requirements:

Generally, spend the workday sitting at a workstation and operating computer devices, such as, but not limited to keyboard, mouse, and screen 

Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body 

DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled, and other diverse candidates to apply and be considered for open positions.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or careers.us@digikey.com.

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