As a college student, you understand the importance of working hard to build your personal and professional future. You already have great ideas and unique experiences to share, and we are excited to help you build the foundation of your future success. Are you ready to test-drive real career responsibilities and advance toward your dreams?
Follett Higher Education Group offers paid internship opportunities that will provide you with valuable experiences in our dynamic and unique retail environment. Our 10-week summer internship program is designed to provide a challenging and exciting experience for our interns, with hands-on work in an environment that encourages your participation and perspective.
AS A WINNER OF THIS COMPETITION YOU WILL RECEIVE:
- A paid 10-week internship in the Chicago area.
- A paid (shared) apartment for the length of the internship.
- The opportunity to experience a big city during the best time of year.
- An amazing experience to put on your resume.
- A chance to see your marketing campaign implemented all over the country.
...BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE.
As a Follett intern, you can expect to:
- Have a comprehensive, hands-on experience that impacts our business and supports your professional development.
- Be challenged to solve critical business issues, conceptualize new initiatives and complete a special project.
- Build a relationship with your assigned mentor and other professionals in your field.
- Be a member of a bright and diverse group of internship peers and participate in a variety of social and community service activities.
- Work a 40 hour week, paid biweekly on an hourly basis.
- Have weekends free to explore Chicago or travel around the area.
Follett's internship program is one of the best, and many interns are hired for full-time employment with the company following the program. Just think, this opportunity could turn into a full-time job! Good Luck!
Internship for winning team members will be contingent on the completion of a background check.
WHO WILL YOU BE WORKING WITH?
As an intern, you will become a part of the Integrated Marketing Department. Here is a quick rundown of the positions in the department and the team you will be working with.
- Director of Integrated Marketing
- Marketing Manager – National and Local Programs
- Marketing Specialists: work directly with the stores on their marketing needs, running both
national programs as well as store specific local events. In addition, each specialist works as a
liaison to a department within the company.
- Creative and Production Manager
- Graphic Designers
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- Creative and Production Specialist: works with in-house and outside vendors to produce
promotional materials used in our stores as well as manages workflow for graphic designers.
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- Marketing Manager – Email and Social Media
- Email and Social Media Analyst: Works on the creation and monitoring of national and store
specific email marketing.
- Social Media and Mobile Marketing Analyst: Works on the development and expansion of social
media and mobile marketing initiatives and programs for FHEG.
- Campus Clout Program Manager – Manages third-party marketing and advertising initiatives for Follett Higher Education Group.