Intern, Social Media and Content

Griffith Foods • Lombard, IL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Griffith Foods is hiring a Social Media and Content Intern to support the development and execution of external communications across the company’s digital channels. The role provides hands-on experience in social media marketing, blog writing, content strategy, visual storytelling, and creative asset development for a global food company. The intern will primarily support content for LinkedIn and the Griffith Foods website, helping deliver 2027 communication initiatives focused on nutrition capabilities, company milestones, thought leadership, and employee stories.

The intern will be able to lead defined projects, contribute creative ideas, and collaborate with colleagues and subject-matter experts across a global organization. The role offers opportunities to develop published work and portfolio-ready creative assets, gain exposure to global communication initiatives and cross-functional collaboration, and take part in professional development, mentorship, and networking opportunities.

This is a hybrid role based in Lombard, Illinois, with an expectation of working in the office one day per week on Tuesdays for at least part of the day. The position is scheduled for January through March 2027, approximately 12 weeks, with an opportunity to extend. It is compensated at $20 per hour for 10–16 hours per week and is not eligible for benefits.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Advertising, or a related field, with an anticipated graduation date of May 2027 or later.
• Available to work 10–16 hours per week for approximately 12 weeks during January–March 2027.
• Willing and available to work onsite in Lombard, Illinois, on Tuesdays for at least part of the day.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn and an understanding of how content is developed for professional audiences.
• Foundational graphic design skills and experience with tools such as Canva.
• Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. OPT and CPT are not available for this role, and work visa sponsorship is not available.
• Interest in social media, content marketing, and brand storytelling.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to translate complex or technical information into clear, engaging content.
• Strong visual judgment and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and subject-matter experts.
• Curiosity, creativity, initiative, and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

• Current status as a junior or rising senior in an undergraduate program, or candidacy for an MBA.
• Previous internship, academic, or portfolio experience in social media, design, or content creation.
• Relevant writing or creative samples, such as social media posts, blog posts, infographics, or academic or personal creative projects.
• Interest in food, nutrition, innovation, sustainability, or corporate communications.

Responsibilities

• Research, draft, and edit blog content supporting key 2027 communication initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal subject-matter experts to gather information and turn their insights into clear, audience-friendly stories.
• Refresh archived blog content with relevant storytelling.
• Repurpose blog content into social posts, graphics, short-form copy, and other digital assets.
• Help develop engaging social media content, primarily for LinkedIn, in support of Griffith Foods’ global communication priorities.
• Write and edit social media copy covering company news, thought leadership, nutrition capabilities, innovation, sustainability, employee stories, company milestones, and other key initiatives.
• Lead creative development of social assets using brand guidelines and existing social templates.
• Adapt longer-form stories and technical information into concise, accessible, and engaging social media content.
• Help maintain the social media editorial calendar and track project deadlines.
• Prepare monthly social reporting and analytics to assess campaign performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern