Intern, Social Media and Content

Griffith Foods•Lombard, IL

1d•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. The intern will primarily support LinkedIn and the Griffith Foods website, helping deliver 2027 communications about the company’s nutrition capabilities, milestones, thought leadership, and employee stories. The intern may lead defined projects, contribute creative ideas, and collaborate with colleagues and subject-matter experts across a global organization. The role also offers opportunities to develop published work and portfolio-ready creative assets, gain exposure to global communications initiatives, and participate in cross-functional collaboration, professional development, mentorship, and networking. The position is hybrid, with one day per week (Tuesday) in person at the Lombard, Illinois office for at least part of the day. It is scheduled for January through March 2027, with an opportunity to extend, and requires 10–16 hours per week. The role 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 from January through March 2027.
Available and willing to work onsite in Lombard, Illinois, on Tuesdays for at least part of the day.
Familiarity with LinkedIn and an understanding of content development 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.
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Ability to translate complex or technical information into clear and 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.
Interest in social media, content marketing, and brand storytelling.

Nice To Haves

Current status as a junior or rising senior in an undergraduate program, or a candidate 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.
Curiosity, creativity, initiative, and willingness to learn.

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.
Assist in developing social media content, primarily for LinkedIn, that supports Griffith Foods’ global communication priorities.
Write and edit social media copy for company news, thought leadership, nutrition capabilities, innovation, sustainability, employee stories, company milestones, and other initiatives.
Lead the creative development of social assets using brand guidelines and existing social templates.
Adapt longer-form stories and technical information into concise, accessible, 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.