Job Description
Transform your classroom knowledge into real-world impact with our paid summer internship program! Illinois Growth Partners offers a unique opportunity for college students to gain hands-on experience in marketing analytics while earning academic credit. Work alongside industry experts in our downtown Chicago office, contributing to data-driven campaigns for Fortune 500 clients. This immersive 12-week program combines mentorship, professional development workshops, and meaningful project ownership – perfect for building your resume and expanding your professional network.
Why Join Us?
- Earn college credit through our accredited partnership with Illinois universities
- Competitive hourly compensation with flexible scheduling
- Access to cutting-edge analytics tools and platforms
- Full-time schedule (40 hrs/week) with hybrid work options
- Direct mentorship from senior marketing strategists
Responsibilities
- Analyze consumer behavior data to identify market trends and campaign opportunities
- Create performance dashboards using Google Analytics and Tableau
- Assist in developing A/B testing frameworks for digital marketing channels
- Collaborate on cross-functional projects with design and sales teams
- Present data-driven insights to senior stakeholders
- Optimize paid advertising campaigns across social and search platforms
- Document methodologies and contribute to best practice guides
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Marketing, Statistics, Business, or related field
- Minimum 3.0 GPA and ability to arrange academic credit through your institution
- Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) and basic SQL knowledge
- Familiarity with digital marketing platforms (Google Ads, Meta Business Suite)
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Availability for full-time commitment (June 1 - August 15, 2024)
- Portfolio demonstrating data visualization or marketing projects preferred