Future Opportunities Intern Marketing - Canada (Winter 2024)

Location: Mississauga

Duration: Winter 2024 (January - April 2024) 

The marketing team is seeking several interns to join the Hershey Canada team. You will gain an understanding of the multi-faceted areas in Marketing that are required to support a leading consumer packaged goods (CPG) company.  This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the organization during your work term and to gain hands-on experience in the field of consumer marketing. 

If you thrive in a fast paced, dynamic and innovative environment, we have a unique opportunity for you.

Seasons Marketing Responsibilities:

• Assist in the day to day execution of business priorities
• Participate in the development and execution of consumer advertising, promotional programs, product and packaging development, sales tools and marketing research
• Analyze business results (category, season, brand, manufacturer) and make recommendations
• Support the commercialization of new products and packaging initiatives
• Work closely in cross functional teams with all key departments within Hershey
• Have exposures to all aspects of the business, round out general management skillset in addition to marketing fundamentals
• Occasional retail store checks to assess in-season execution
• Opportunity for exposure to the Hershey Canada Leadership Team
• Be part of a high performing team that works hard and has fun!

Brand Marketing Responsibilities:

• Participate in the development and execution of consumer advertising, promotional programs, product and packaging development, sales tools and marketing research
• Coordinate effectively with agency partners and internal creative teams
• Deep dive into Consumer research for your business and identifying insights to drive into future executions/briefs
• Develop analytical skills - analyzing business results leveraging Nielsen & other data sources
• Work closely in cross functional teams with all key departments within Hershey
• Assist in the day-to-day execution of business priorities
• Gain experience in all aspects of the business, round out general management skillset in addition to marketing fundamentals
• Opportunity for exposure to the Hershey Canada Leadership Team

Minimum Requirements

• You are Enrolled in a business / marketing program at post-secondary institution
• You can spot and seize opportunities, while ensuring deadlines are met. You don’t just stop there you drive the solution to the end - even if it’s outside your responsibilities.
• You have demonstrated leadership ability by creating authentic relationships with other functions to discuss challenges and incorporate their perspective, creating a mutually beneficial solution.
• You own and organize your processes neatly from end-to-end. You know how to get the job done while creating the future.
• You can look at an analytical dashboard and gain insights without breaking into a cold sweat. You recognize when there’s enough analysis and discussion and you jump into action.
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Previous exposure to financial statements an asset