Embark Marketing Ops Intern - S

H&R Block • Kansas City, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

H&R Block’s Embark 2027 Summer Internship Program is an 11-week paid internship for students studying Marketing, Business, Business Analytics, Communications, Advertising, or a similar discipline. The internship runs from May 17, 2027, through July 30, 2027, at the company’s corporate headquarters in downtown Kansas City’s Power & Light District. Interns receive guidance and mentoring while also being encouraged to work independently.

The intern will support marketing campaigns and programs, research customers and markets, help prepare campaign and project materials, maintain operational tools, map workflows, and develop and test AI agents for selected marketing uses. The role also contributes to the following year’s merchandise strategy. Embark interns participate in workshops and events focused on professional development, community service, networking, and connected culture.

Compensation is $25 per hour. Paid PTO is provided during H&R Block’s annual Reboot Week (June 28–July 2). A housing stipend is available to students whose permanent address is more than 50 miles from the Kansas City metro area. Headquarters amenities include an onsite Starbucks, company dining hall, free fitness center, and free parking.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently seeking a degree in Marketing, Business, Business Analytics, Communications, Advertising, or a similar discipline, with a GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team and independently.
• Highly motivated, organized, reliable, and detail-oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Quick learner who is comfortable working with new computer-based programs and databases.
• Ability to be effective and contribute in a fast-paced corporate environment.
• No previous work experience is necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to organize information, manage details, and follow work through to completion.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Experience in product positioning, go-to-market strategy, and creating compelling customer-focused messaging.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of marketing campaigns and programs.
• Conduct research on customers, competitors, industry trends, merchandise trends, and emerging marketing practices.
• Assist with campaign briefs, project plans, meeting materials, and progress updates.
• Help maintain marketing calendars, milestone trackers, and other operational tools.
• Map existing workflows and identify opportunities to simplify or improve them.
• Develop and test AI agents for selected marketing use cases.
• Organize information and translate it into clear, actionable deliverables.
• Contribute to the development of the following year’s merchandise strategy.
• Participate in Embark program workshops and events focused on professional development, community service, networking, and connected culture.

Benefits

• $25 per hour compensation.
• Paid PTO during H&R Block’s annual Reboot Week.
• Housing stipend for students whose permanent address is more than 50 miles from the Kansas City metro area.
• Onsite Starbucks, company dining hall, free fitness center, and free parking at headquarters.
• Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and support for life in and outside of work.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED