Marketing Materials Intern

Shoulder Innovations•Grand Rapids, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Shoulder Innovations is a medical device startup that is revolutionizing shoulder replacements. Led by a seasoned team with over a century of orthopedic expertise, we’ve developed a disruptive shoulder replacement system and secured substantial funding to drive rapid growth. (NYSE: SI). We’re seeking entrepreneurial talent to join us on this exciting journey. Ready to make an impact in orthopedics? Let’s grow together! We are seeking an onsite Marketing Materials Intern who is seeking a hands‑on internship supporting the marketing team by coordinating branded materials, merchandise, and inventory while gaining real‑world experience in marketing operations, vendor communication, and product launch support.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program in Marketing, Communications, Business, Graphic Design, or a related field.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail and ability to follow processes accurately.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with design tools is a plus.
Willingness to learn, take initiative, and work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
Ability to handle light physical tasks such as organizing, receiving, and moving marketing materials as needed.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
Shoulder Innovations is unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with design tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

Order business cards and nametags for new hires in a timely and accurate manner.
Assist with sourcing and ordering branded consumables such as pens, notepads, lanyards, and other marketing materials.
Help coordinate release merchandise for new product launches and implants, learning how marketing supports product rollouts.
Update and maintain designs for consumables, signage, and banners, collaborating with the marketing and design teams.
Track requests and follow up on approvals for marketing materials and time‑sensitive projects.
Communicate with shipping vendors (FedEx, UPS) to assist with claims, label cancellations, and delivery issues, building professional communication skills.
Print, assemble, and prepare materials for internal use and material loans, including bills of materials.
Receive incoming merchandise shipments from vendors and help verify order accuracy.
Assist in maintaining inventory of marketing supplies, learning how to monitor stock levels and request or place replenishment orders.