Marketing and Graphic Design Internship Summer 2027

Midwest Heritage, A Hy-Vee Company • West Des Moines, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Marketing and Graphic Design Intern at Midwest Heritage, A Hy-Vee Company, in West Des Moines, supports the marketing team by developing campaign materials, digital content, and brand experiences. The intern gains exposure to marketing strategy, campaign planning, budgets, and schedules while building practical design and communication skills. Work may strengthen the intern’s portfolio, subject to company approval and confidentiality requirements. The intern contributes ideas, refines work through feedback, collaborates with other interns on an enterprise-wide summer project, and explores how customer expectations and digital channels shape financial services marketing.

The role requires working 36–40 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks starting in May. It is normally performed in a general office setting and involves a fast-paced environment with frequent pressure to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects. The position reports to the Marketing Director and has no direct reports. It requires safeguarding confidential customer, employee, banking, insurance, and financial information.

Requirements

• Junior standing or higher, majoring in graphic design, marketing, advertising, or communications.
• Relevant coursework.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Ability to work 36–40 hours per week for at least 10 weeks starting in May.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, and learning new digital tools.
• Ability to communicate clearly, ask questions, and share ideas with coworkers and customers.
• Ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate with people from different teams and backgrounds.
• Strong attention to detail, including the ability to review forms for accuracy and completeness.
• Proficiency with design programs such as Adobe Creative Suite and Canva.
• Ability to adapt content and visual designs for different audiences, channels, and project goals.
• Ability to balance creativity with project requirements, attention to detail, and deadlines.
• Curiosity about digital marketing trends and willingness to explain creative choices, try new approaches, and apply feedback.
• Commitment to the Midwest Heritage mission and willingness to promote the organization’s values.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with marketing and graphic design.

Responsibilities

• Design marketing campaign materials, social media content, and creative projects that communicate clearly and reflect the Midwest Heritage brand.
• Track creative projects, incorporate feedback, and manage deadlines from initial concept through final delivery.
• Draft social media posts and blogs that translate financial topics and company messages into relevant, accessible content.
• Support marketing plans and promotions by coordinating project details and aligning content with audience needs and business objectives.
• Assist with summer events, including planning, communication, and execution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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