Market Research & Brand Strategy Intern- Summer 2027

C&S Wholesale Grocers • York, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Market Research & Brand Strategy Intern will gain hands-on experience in the wholesale grocery industry while supporting ES3’s Marketing and Communications teams. The intern will support brand development on the website and research ES3, competing companies, and target customer bases. They will also work with the Communications team to explore AI opportunities and develop long-term strategic recommendations across Communications, Marketing, and Graphic Design. The internship includes department and company exposure, professional development, collaboration with other interns and employees, and an end-of-internship presentation showcasing completion of learning objectives.

This is a paid, 12-week internship running from May to August, based in the office in York, Pennsylvania. Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree, have completed their sophomore year by the start of the internship, be in good academic standing, and be majoring in Communications, Marketing, or Graphic Design. Microsoft Excel proficiency is required.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree program at an accredited college or university.
• Will have completed sophomore year by the start of the internship.
• Currently majoring in Communications, Marketing, or Graphic Design.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Be organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Bring curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn and contribute.
• Working safely is a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Good academic standing, with a preferred minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Proficiency with Google’s suite of products.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily operations and administrative tasks within the assigned department.
• Support the preparation of presentations, reports, and other documentation.
• Collaborate with team members to improve processes and enhance efficiency.
• Attend meetings, take notes, and contribute ideas and insights.
• Help enhance department tools, templates, and methodologies.
• Gain exposure to and knowledge of department functions.
• Develop positive professional relationships across departments.
• Complete special projects as assigned by the manager.
• Complete an end-of-internship presentation showcasing the completion of learning objectives.
• Support brand development on the website.
• Conduct market research on ES3, competing companies, and target customer bases for the Marketing team.
• Conduct research with the Communications team, explore AI opportunities, and formulate long-term strategic recommendations across Communications, Marketing, and Graphic Design.
• Interact and collaborate with key team members, leaders, and members of the Communications team.

Benefits

• Paid internship.
• Professional development through online courses and instructor-led workshops.
• Dedicated mentor and buddy support, including shadowing opportunities.
• Social events, team-building activities, and experiences with fellow interns and department colleagues.
• Networking opportunities with managers and leaders across the organization.
• Meaningful, hands-on work experience tied to the intern’s course of study.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern