Retail Marketing Intern

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states.

Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers.

Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Location

703 University Ave - Madison, Wisconsin 53715
Position Overview:
The Marketing Intern plays a key role in connecting our brand with local shoppers by supporting marketing initiatives that drive engagement, store traffic, and community presence. This role sits at the center of execution, by part
nering closely with store teams and cross-functional
partners
to bring marketing strategies to life in the Madison, Wisconsin market.
This
is a
hands-on opportunity to gain experience in retail marketing, event execution, digital content creation, and
talent attraction efforts w
hile contributing directly to business outcomes.

Key

Responsibilities

Local Marketing Execution
Support and execute local marketing activations designed to increase store traffic and shopper engagement within the Madison market

Ensure marketing initiatives are properly implemented in stores, including signage, displays, and promotional setups

Partner with store leadership to
maintain
brand standards and execution consistency

Event Planning & Community Engagement
Assist
in the planning and on-the-ground execution of in-store and community events

Identify
and support opportunities to engage with local organizations, community groups, and shoppers

Represent the brand professionally at events and activations

Digital, Social & Recruitment Marketing
Assist
in creating and publishing digital and social media content aligned with brand guidelines

Monitor trends and contribute ideas focused on increasing engagement, reach, and potential virality

Capture in-store and event content (photos/videos) to support storytelling and marketing campaigns

Support marketing efforts for open store positions, including

P
romoting job opportunities through social media and local channels
Assisting
with in-store hiring signage and recruitment materials
Supporting hiring events or community-based recruiting efforts

Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with internal teams (store operations, merchandising, marketing, and HR/recruiting partners) to support project execution

Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure alignment on timelines, expectations, and deliverables

Insight & Opportunity Identification
Observe shopper behavior and local market trends to
identify
opportunities for improved engagement

Identify
opportunities to attract both customers and potential candidates through creative marketing touchpoints

Provide feedback and ideas to enhance marketing effectiveness and community connection

Qualifications

Required
Currently pursuing a
bachelor's degree in

Marketing
Business Administration
Communications
Food Marketing or other related majors
Must
be l
ocated in

Madison, Wisc
onsin

Proficient in

Microsoft Office

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities

Highly collaborative and resilient to overcome obstacles

Preferred
Interest in retail marketing, brand marketing,
events
and community engagement

Previous
internship, or campus leadership experience related to marketing, events, or communications

Experience with social media platforms and content creation

As part of our

People First
culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer
a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package

.

SpartanNash is an

Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.