Advertising Internship Job at Star Tribune in Minneapolis

The Minnesota Star Tribune is an innovative modern media organization building on an extraordinary 158 year legacy. With seven Pulitzer Prizes and numerous other accolades, we stand as a beacon of journalistic excellence in Minnesota. We are the heart and voice of the North.

Our mission is to build a better Minnesota by connecting us with the people, ideas, and stories that strengthen our communities. We're seeking dynamic leaders who are passionate about journalism and democracy to help shape this future. If you are excited about reinventing one of our state's most trusted institutions and leading us into a new era of growth and excellence, we want to hear from you.

The Star Tribune has an exciting Advertising Internship opportunity for a college-level student to engage with our sales and ad operations teams at our headquarters in Minneapolis MN.

In this role, you will gain experience in many aspects of ad operations, marketing, and sales. You'll be embedded within a specific team but work across groups to gain knowledge and experience. Our internship is hands-on and acts as a feeder program to future Star Tribune careers. This position will be starting immediately.

Responsibilities:

• Gain an understanding of Microsoft Dynamics, LinkedIn Navigator, Google Analytics, and digital marketing.
• Learn prospecting techniques and tips to reach decision-makers, and develop the skills to create professional presentations for proposals and reporting.
• Develop knowledge around constructing & auditing digital ad campaigns.
• Build relationships with our Account Executives, Ad Operations, Marketing, and Content teams.

Qualifications:

• Must be a junior, senior, or recent grad in undergraduate college studies, with a focus on sales and/or marketing.
• Excellent verbal, written and over-the-phone communication skills; strong interpersonal skills with a comfort in working with people.
• Understanding of Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with Microsoft Teams experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment to develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external partners.
• Strong customer service orientation, organization skills, and attention to detail.
• Interest in research and continuous learning.

Compensation:

This is a paid, full-time internship (40 hours per week) lasting up to one year, with a pay rate of $18.00 per hour. A flexible part-time schedule may be considered for the right candidate. We are looking for someone who can start immediately.

More about the Minnesota Star Tribune:

At the Minnesota Star Tribune, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to their happiness, growth, and well-being. Here's a snapshot of the exceptional benefits we to interns offer:

• Modern Downtown Office: Enjoy a state-of-the-art workspace with a free fitness center, collaborative center, golf simulator, and a rooftop patio.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes commuting subsidy for parking or Metro Transit.

Honored in 2023 with Diversity MBA's inaugural Top 25 Outstanding Leadership and Diversity Impact Awards, we are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Even if you don't meet every single requirement for this role, we encourage you to apply. At the Minnesota Star Tribune, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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