Marketing Intern (Class of 2027 and 2028)

Job Description:

ITW Construction provides a variety of fastening systems and truss products for the commercial, residential, and remodeling/renovation segments with products manufactured at locations around the globe.

As a central component of ITW’s Construction Segment, the Global Tool Unit (GTU) innovates, develops, and manufactures best-in-class power fastening systems for the global marketplace, serving construction markets in North America, Europe, Asia, New Zealand, and Australia. Our highly differentiated systems are specified to be used in a variety of applications including Wood Framing, Wood Trim, and Steel to Concrete Installations.

Position Summary:

The Global Tool Unit is seeking a highly motivated, Marketing, Product Development Intern to support the development of Global product strategies and launches that drive the short and long-term business initiatives.  In addition to assigned project work, you will be able to grow and demonstrate your marketing and business acumen, creativity, collaboration, leadership capability, critical thinking and customer empathy.

What You’ll Do:

• Participate as an active member of the GTU’s Global Marketing, Segment Leadership Team

• Understand and analyze end user insights and effectively translate into product and technical requirements

• Perform competitive analysis - including pricing, features & benefits and technical evaluation

• Build compelling selling stories based on value proposition

• Understand and recommend changes to global marketing messages across platforms/regions

• Support cross-functional and Global divisions on new product development projects from front end market research through launch

What You’ll Gain:

• 10-12-weeks of marketing experience focusing on New Product Development / Innovation on a Global platform

• Hands-on, real world experience translating customer insights into compelling product strategies

• Opportunity to learn the New Product Development process, from customer insights thru launch

• Ability to work on and communicate with cross-functional teams

• Assigned ‘Buddy’

• Intern networking events

• Executive leadership exposure

• Potential for a full-time employment offer, based on performance

Job Requirements:

• Rising Senior (graduating May 2027), or Rising Junior (graduating May 2028) pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business Administration or related program

• Collaborative team player with positive, ‘can-do’ attitude

• Strong communicator with passion for storytelling

• Creative and detail-oriented

• Problem solver with ability to prioritize

• Highly motivated, self-starter to achieve goals

• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Job Competencies:

• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Ability to make logical and sound decisions and to know when to act independently and when to seek assistance.

• Curiosity & Learning Orientation:  Actively identifying new areas for learning and applying newly gained knowledge/skill on the job.

• Drive to Excel:  Driven to succeed and willing to go the extra mile.  Perseveres in the face of obstacles and challenges.

• Interpersonal Skills & Communication:  Ability to work collaboratively and partner well with others, express oneself verbally and in writing, and listen well.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment.  The noise level in the work environment (office) is usually low, but higher when exposed to the manufacturing areas.  Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation Information:

The hourly range for this position is $21- 23.25. Please note that this wage information serves as a general guideline. The company considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.