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Communications/Marketing Intern (Summer 2025) Aerostar

Sioux Falls Development Foundation
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As a Communications and Marketing Intern, you will contribute to various marketing projects and tasks that support the overall marketing strategy and divisional strategic objectives. We are looking for (Spring/Summer 2025). 

Guiding Principles

  • Do What is Right-We have integrity and strong character ● We are trustworthy ● We follow through on our commitments ● We are respectful ● We value diverse backgrounds, approaches, and perspectives ● We take care of our team members and our customers.
  • Dare Mighty Things-We have courage ● We do what others think is impossible ● We love the challenge ● We are not afraid to take risks ● We have passion ● We have a bias for action ● We make things happen ● We succeed under adversity ● We are resilient ● We have grit.
  • Make A Difference-We make the world better with our products and solutions ● We are engaged in our community ● We each make a difference within our company ● We are lifelong learners, both professionally and personally ● We are servant leaders.
  • Own It-We take responsibility We are entrepreneurial ● We take pride in everything we do ● We check our egos at the door ● We delegate authority ● We empower team members to make decisions ● We learn from failure ● We support one another.
  • Simplify-We actively seek out way to simplify ● We value clarity and brevity ● We break plans down into actionable steps ● We streamline processes ● We are humble ● We make do with what we have ● We are resourceful.

Essential Functions:

  • Write clear, compelling copy for various mediums (e.g., press releases, ads, website, newsletters).
  • Perform design and layout for various mediums (e.g., print, digital).
  • Ensure creative materials align with brand standards.
  • Draft and update web content and social media efforts.
  • Research, media placement, advertising, promotional items, public relations, or events.
  • Assist with the development, creation, and execution of marketing collateral.
  • Coordinate internal division communications, such as announcements and newsletters.
  • Communicate with internal teams and external groups such as printers to achieve marketing objectives.
  • Contribute to marketing projects.
  • Draft press releases.
  • Assist with trade show graphics and related printing.
  • May assist in the coordination of trade shows, demonstrations, or open houses. Draft schedule and logistics of booth and materials.
  • May update web content and/or social media efforts.
  • Prepare various documents and reports as needed.
  • Assist with compliance materials.
  • Complete summer end internship presentation.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area. Follow established safety and ergonomic standards.
  • May be called upon to perform comparable duties of a similar or related nature and/or assist in other areas as needed.
  • Learning, understanding, continuously improving, and promoting the division’s quality management system in accordance with ISO standards.

Education & Experience:

  • Enrollment in a bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

  • Basic knowledge of market research is preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of web marketing, social media, print processes, and advertising.
  • Proficient with computers, including Microsoft Office programs.
  • Graphic design experience is preferred.
  • Photography, videography capture and editing skills preferred.
  • Basic administrative skills. Must be very detail oriented.
  • Exceptional oral and written communications.
  • Demonstrated innovative and creative thinking.
  • Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills.
  • Team player who is self-motivated and has the ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff.
  • May travel up to 10% for trade shows and other events.
  • Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Physical Requirements: Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions: Exposure to a normal office environment. Position may occasionally require entering a production environment, including exposure to noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varied temperatures.

Benefits:

Interns are eligible to participate in some of our benefits such as 401(k)-retirement plan, paid time off (PTO), gym membership reimbursement, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

EEOC Statement:

Aerostar is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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The Sioux Falls Development Foundation has many programs for talent and workforce that include INTERN Sioux Falls, Talent Thursdays, Talent Tours, etc. that can help further your career. There are many housing resources for interns as well as the Young Professional Network that provides community engagement opportunities.

Reach out to Riley Johnson, Talent Recruitment Coordinator, at rileyj@siouxfalls.com to learn more about internship opportunities and living and working in Sioux Falls.