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Marketing Intern

CompanyWMCU
LocationGrand Rapids
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 6, 2026
About The Company
Here at West Michigan Credit Union, we thrive on serving and supporting others. WMCU is a place where our team members make a difference, not just for our members, but for each other. Our culture empowers our team members to express individuality, celebrate our differences, and work towards our mission of helping our members. We invest in training, support, and development to ensure that our team members feel confident. We welcome our diverse paths to lead us further into the growth of West Michigan Credit Union. All of our team members work collaboratively to be Simply Better for our team and members. West Michigan Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Working together as the most trusted resource to help our members' financial lives be simply better.
About the Role

Description

About the Role:


This 12–16 week paid internship, running May through August/September, offers an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and motivated Marketing Intern to gain hands-on experience within our three-person marketing team. We are seeking a junior or senior pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, Public Relations, Graphic Design, or Business who is eager to apply classroom knowledge to impactful, real-world marketing projects.


As an intern, you will gain practical experience in content creation, graphic design, marketing strategy, and community involvement. The ideal candidate will support various marketing functions, including creating content for social media platforms, assisting with marketing communications, and contributing to credit union market research.


What You’ll Do:

  • Deliver service to our members and team members that is in alignment with WMCU’s mission, vision, and core values.
  • Support event planning efforts by coordinating logistics, preparing materials, and providing on-site assistance.
  • Assist in creating social media content across all WMCU platforms, including tracking social media analytics and trends. 
  • Participate in market research activities and report as necessary.
  • Collaborate with other departments to execute projects and assess the impact of projects on the organization and membership.
  • Manage projects effectively and in a timely manner. 
  • Collaborate with the marketing team on various community initiatives.
  • Write member-focused blogging content and maintain blogging creative.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop fresh ideas for campaigns, content series, and member-facing communications.
  • May involve occasional travel to any of our WMCU locations using the company vehicle.

What You'll Bring:

  • Currently pursuing a degree (2-3 years of college education) with a concentration in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, Public Relations, Graphic Design, or Business.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Superior attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy. 
  • Familiarity with various marketing channels, including social media and email marketing. 
  • Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/job location(s) and a valid driver’s license. 

Who We Are:


WMCU is a not-for-profit financial cooperative that proudly serves members at 11 locations across West Michigan. We are a local member-owned and operated credit union that strives to meet our members where they are at, helping them to grow financially and celebrate their successes. With a passion for community involvement, we are committed to supporting the communities our members and team members call home.


WMCU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, ensuring fair and unbiased employment practices.

Key Skills
Content CreationGraphic DesignMarketing StrategyCommunity InvolvementSocial Media ContentMarketing CommunicationsMarket ResearchProject ManagementBloggingMicrosoft OfficeFacebookInstagramTikTokLinkedInWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication
Categories
MarketingCreative & MediaFinance & AccountingAdministrative
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The intern will support various marketing functions, including creating content for social media platforms, assisting with marketing communications, and contributing to credit union market research. Responsibilities also involve supporting event planning, collaborating on community initiatives, and writing member-focused blogging content.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
111
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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