Marketing Intern

Job Description

Marketing Intern | Consumers Credit Union (CCU)

The Tone:
This is a seasonal, part-time internship at Consumers Credit Union (CCU), located in Lake Forest, IL. CCU is a large and fast-growing credit union focused on providing financial services and being a Great Place to Work. This Marketing Intern role is a key part of the IGNITE Intern Program, designed to offer college students real work experience, exposure to the financial services industry, and a potential future career path by contributing fresh ideas to the Marketing team.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal, Part-time
• Location: Lake Forest, IL (Onsite)
• Pay: $18.5–$20.5 hourly
• Team: Marketing team, reporting to the Marketing Generalist.
• Mission: Support the Marketing team by contributing to social media, content creation, and web updates to provide a well-rounded marketing experience.
• Tech Stack: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Office suite (email, calendaring, instant messaging)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Social Media Management: Assist with the execution and tracking of social media campaigns.
• Campaign Support: Contribute to the development and implementation of Lumin Campaigns.
• Content Creation: Draft and refine copy for various marketing materials and initiatives.
• Quality Assurance: Proofread content to ensure accuracy and consistent adherence to brand guidelines.
• Design Assistance: Work on small design elements for marketing collateral and digital assets.
• Web Content Support: Assist with updates and maintenance of web content.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently attending an accredited college or university, with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Must be a rising junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or Advertising. Rising sophomores may also be considered.
• Experience: Ability to work 32 hours per week during the summer (May 26, 2026 – August 13, 2026), generally Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Schedule flexibility is required for occasional evening or weekend events.
• Skills: Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office applications. Professional written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently after receiving direction. A collaborative spirit to work with various levels within the credit union and external partners. Interest in a longer-term Marketing career path.