Summer Intern- Display Marketing, Marketing Communications
Sharp Electronics Corporation, Downers Grove, IL, United States
Sharp’s Pro-AV Marketing Communications team is seeking a highly motivated Summer Intern to help refine how we connect with our customers. This role will focus on Predictive Intent and Generative AI to enhance our outbound outreach. This role will be building an early-stage pipeline identification model to target new B2B customers and will work in lockstep with our Product Management Intern to ensure our communication strategies align with new segmentation models, ensuring the right message reaches the right end-user at the right time. This is a hands‑on, high‑impact opportunity to work closely with senior marketing leadership while gaining real‑world experience.
What You’ll Gain
Hands‑on experience applying Predictive Intent data to real‑world outbound marketing campaigns
Partner directly with Product Management to bridge the gap between product features and customer‑centric messaging
Direct mentorship from the Sr Manager of Marketing Communications and exposure to senior leadership
Exposure to targeting B2B customers within a global technology company
Opportunity to influence decisions that impact communications strategy and sales outcomes
Experience working at Sharp’s ProAV headquarters in Downers Grove, IL
Responsibilities
Develop and refine an early‑stage pipeline identification model to proactively target high‑value B2B prospects
Work closely with the Product Management Intern to ensure outbound efforts reflect the latest product segmentation and value drivers
Enhance outbound marketing efficiency by identifying Predictive Intent signals from internal and external data
Build a Generative AI framework to determine how to best communicate high‑impact messaging for specific customer segments
Assist in creating data‑backed communication strategies that drive engagement within key customer segments
Qualifications
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, Business Analytics or related field
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Interest or coursework in Generative AI, Predictive Analytics, machine learning, or advanced analytics
Ability to structure ambiguous problems and turn data into clear business insights
Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, CRM data (Salesforce), marketing automation tools, and data analysis tools (e.g., Python, SQL, or similar is a plus)
Exceptional writing skills with the ability to “humanize” AI‑generated content
Self‑starter with curiosity, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset who enjoys creative storytelling and hard data
Summer Internship Details
Compensation: The hourly rate is $20/hr.
Duration: The internship program spans approximately 10 weeks, running from June 1st to August 14th, 2026.
Work Arrangement: This is a hybrid position, requiring interns to be in the office in four days a week (Monday to Thursday), with Fridays designated for remote work at the manager’s discretion.
Transportation: Interns must have reliable transportation.
Housing: We do not provide housing or a housing stipend for interns.
Work Visa: Unfortunately, we do not offer work visa sponsorship for this role, including participation in Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT), and F‑1 Visa programs.
About Us
Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) is a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Japan’s Sharp Corporation, a global technology company which has been named to Fortune magazine’s World’s Most Admired Company List. Sharp strives to help businesses achieve Simply Smarter work by helping companies manage workflow efficiently, create immersive and engaging environments, and increase productivity. SIICA offers a full suite of secure printer and copier solutions, professional and commercial visual displays and projectors, software management and productivity software and markets durable Dynabook laptops. As a total solutions provider, Sharp has a reputation for innovation, quality, reliability, and industry‑leading customer support expertise.
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What You’ll Gain
Hands‑on experience applying Predictive Intent data to real‑world outbound marketing campaigns
Partner directly with Product Management to bridge the gap between product features and customer‑centric messaging
Direct mentorship from the Sr Manager of Marketing Communications and exposure to senior leadership
Exposure to targeting B2B customers within a global technology company
Opportunity to influence decisions that impact communications strategy and sales outcomes
Experience working at Sharp’s ProAV headquarters in Downers Grove, IL
Responsibilities
Develop and refine an early‑stage pipeline identification model to proactively target high‑value B2B prospects
Work closely with the Product Management Intern to ensure outbound efforts reflect the latest product segmentation and value drivers
Enhance outbound marketing efficiency by identifying Predictive Intent signals from internal and external data
Build a Generative AI framework to determine how to best communicate high‑impact messaging for specific customer segments
Assist in creating data‑backed communication strategies that drive engagement within key customer segments
Qualifications
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, Business Analytics or related field
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Interest or coursework in Generative AI, Predictive Analytics, machine learning, or advanced analytics
Ability to structure ambiguous problems and turn data into clear business insights
Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, CRM data (Salesforce), marketing automation tools, and data analysis tools (e.g., Python, SQL, or similar is a plus)
Exceptional writing skills with the ability to “humanize” AI‑generated content
Self‑starter with curiosity, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset who enjoys creative storytelling and hard data
Summer Internship Details
Compensation: The hourly rate is $20/hr.
Duration: The internship program spans approximately 10 weeks, running from June 1st to August 14th, 2026.
Work Arrangement: This is a hybrid position, requiring interns to be in the office in four days a week (Monday to Thursday), with Fridays designated for remote work at the manager’s discretion.
Transportation: Interns must have reliable transportation.
Housing: We do not provide housing or a housing stipend for interns.
Work Visa: Unfortunately, we do not offer work visa sponsorship for this role, including participation in Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT), and F‑1 Visa programs.
About Us
Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) is a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Japan’s Sharp Corporation, a global technology company which has been named to Fortune magazine’s World’s Most Admired Company List. Sharp strives to help businesses achieve Simply Smarter work by helping companies manage workflow efficiently, create immersive and engaging environments, and increase productivity. SIICA offers a full suite of secure printer and copier solutions, professional and commercial visual displays and projectors, software management and productivity software and markets durable Dynabook laptops. As a total solutions provider, Sharp has a reputation for innovation, quality, reliability, and industry‑leading customer support expertise.
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