Marketing Summer Intern

Job Description

About company

Kimley-Horn is a distinguished firm that operates with a unique, people-centric philosophy, prioritizing both its clients and employees. The company fosters a collaborative environment focused on professional development, ensuring that clients’ goals are met and their success is nurtured, while employees are provided with an environment where they can flourish. This commitment to its workforce is reflected in its robust benefits package and high employee retention.

Kimley-Horn prides itself on a culture built on a desire to welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees, driven by a strong commitment to quality. Their distinctive approach to business has consistently earned them a place on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for an impressive 17 years, highlighting their success in creating an exceptional workplace. While the specific role is based in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, the company’s mention of regional offices suggests a broader presence within the engineering and planning sectors.

Job description, detailed

This is an opportunity to join Kimley-Horn’s marketing team as a full-time summer intern in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. The role is ideal for a team player, who is self-motivated, resourceful, and eager to contribute to a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment. The internship provides an invaluable chance to support the firm’s engineering and planning teams.

Key Responsibilities:
As a valuable addition to the team, the intern will gain hands-on experience and benefit from technical training and mentorship opportunities. Core duties include:
• Assisting in the preparation of proposals and diverse marketing materials.
• Performing database maintenance and updates.
• Conducting market and client research.
• Engaging in other related tasks as needed to support the marketing efforts.

Qualifications:
Candidates must be actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, English, or a similar field, with an expected graduation date within the next 12-24 months.

Desired Skills and Attributes:
• A positive, can-do client service attitude and a genuine team player mentality.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a dedication to professional quality.
• The ability to organize, prioritize, and complete work accurately under constant time constraints.
• Proven capability to juggle several deadline-driven requirements from multiple individuals.
• Demonstrated passion and drive to achieve goals.

Preferred Technical Skills:
• A working knowledge of Adobe InDesign.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience operating on a Windows operating system.

Travel Requirements:
The role may require occasional travel (driving) to other Kimley-Horn offices within the region as needed.

Application Instructions:
Applicants are required to include a one-page cover letter with their application. Additionally, writing work samples may be requested.

Work Authorization:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Kimley-Horn and in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. The company typically does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.