Marketing Intern (Summer Internship 6/1/2026-8/7/2026)

Location

GGP Chicago - 350 N Orleans Street, Suite 300

Business

Headquartered in Chicago, IL, GGP is a leading retail real estate company with a portfolio of 110 high-performing retail assets, encompassing over 103 million square feet of space across the United States. As an owner-operator, we’re committed to creating vibrant destinations that bring people and brands together. With a team of 1,200+ employees and a legacy of leadership in retail real estate, we’re shaping the future of the industry by delivering exceptional value to our partners and the communities we serve

If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

Reporting to the Director, Media & Social Strategy, the Marketing Intern will support the marketing team in delivering digital, paid media and social media initiatives that enhance both consumer-facing shopping center brands and corporate marketing programs. This summer internship offers hands-on exposure to campaign execution, content development, and performance insights in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, and eager to learn, while embodying our core values: Act with Integrity, Take Initiative, Build Mutual Trust, and Win Together.
 

Responsibilities

Social Media & Digital Marketing Execution

• Support B2C and B2B marketing teams in implementing social media and digital marketing plans to help drive awareness and engagement metrics across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok).

• Coordinate content such as Google Business Profile posts, social stories, reels, and Linktree updates to support program objectives.

• Conduct social audits and implement enhancement opportunities via the Content Management System (CMS) tool.

Paid Program Support

• Assist in executing paid initiatives, including SEM and social media ads.

• Support testing of ad variations to help optimize performance.

• Compile weekly reports on campaign performance and share insights with the team.

Capstone Projects

• Develop and present a digital marketing plan or campaign strategy that supports a key initiative (e.g., event marketing, consumer campaign, or employee advocacy).

• Collaborate with other interns on a cross-department project and present findings to leadership.

Team Collaboration & Engagement

• Serve as a liaison with other interns and departments, supporting company-wide initiatives, employee advocacy, and workplace culture events.

Qualifications         

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field; must be an incoming senior (graduating Dec 2026 or May 2027).

• Coursework in marketing or communications required.

• Knowledge of marketing principles and interest in learning emerging tactics and tools.

• Familiarity with a variety of social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook) and related tools are a plus.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Characteristics

• Self-starter who takes initiative and can manage tasks independently with guidance.

• Quick learner with the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

• Collaborative team player who builds positive relationships.

• Professional, reliable, and able to handle assignments with discretion.

• Detail-oriented, with a focus on accuracy and clarity in content.
   

Internship Details

• Duration: Full-time summer internship, approximately 10 weeks (June – August 2026).

• Schedule: 35–40 hours per week.

• Location: This internship is based in person at our Chicago office, 350 North Orleans.

• Eligibility: Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of the internship.

• Perks: Interns are eligible for our Summer Fridays program (early release at 1:00 PM on six designated Fridays during the summer).

Compensation

• Salary type: Non-Exempt

• Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly

• Hourly Compensation: $22.50

Benefit Information

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental and Vision beginning day 1
• 401(k) Company matching
• 401(k) Vests on Day 1
• Career development programs
• Charitable donation matching
• Generous paid time off (i.e., vacation, personal holidays, paid sick time)
• Paid Volunteer Hours
• Paid Parental Leave
• Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy, and adoption options
• Wellness and mental health resources
• Pet insurance offering
• Childcare Assistance
• Commuter benefits
• A culture on our values of Act with Integrity, Build Mutual Trust, Take Initiative and Win Together.

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

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