Marketing Corporate Intern, Summer 2026
hace 2 días
Houston
Job Description Title: Marketing Intern, Summer 2026 Location: Houston, TX Who we are: Voted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI) is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. With top-of-the-line research and production facilities and a vast network of supplies from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Company, Ltd. Based in Tokyo, Japan. Kuraray has operations in 32 countries and employs more than 11,000 employees, including over 800 in the United States. Why Kuraray: Founded in 1926, Kuraray is building a better tomorrow, today. Our team members are dedicated to expanding our business with committed professionals who share essential values such as integrity, excellence, teamwork, and accountability. As a part of Kuraray America, Inc., our team shares the advantages of working for the leader in specialty chemicals, resins, and fibers. Our international presence and resources allow us to be a world-leading innovator in the industries we service. Yet, despite our size, our people are more than just a number. As a new team member, you can expect to earn responsibility quickly. Our commitment to our people is visible in our comprehensive benefits package. As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment. Celebrating 100 Years of Innovation Be part of a historic milestone as we celebrate our 100th anniversary in 2026! Our centennial year will be filled with local and global events, storytelling campaigns, and sustainability initiatives that reflect Kuraray's legacy and future vision. Interns are encouraged to participate in commemorative projects and anniversary events while experiencing firsthand what it means to be part of a company with a century-long commitment to innovation, safety, and community impact. Internship Summary: The Marketing Intern will support the development and execution of strategic marketing initiatives across various channels. This role involves collaborating with the marketing and communications team to create engaging content for social media, websites, internal platforms, and email campaigns. The Marketing Intern will assist in drafting and editing internal and external communications, including press releases and newsletters, and contribute to social media planning, content creation, scheduling, and engagement tracking. Additional responsibilities include supporting the coordination of marketing events, trade shows, and webinars, working with the design team to ensure brand consistency in graphic projects, and conducting market research to analyze industry trends and customer insights. The intern will also help with administrative tasks such as mailing, event registration management, and organizing promotional materials, while gaining experience in managing external partnerships with agencies and vendors to achieve marketing goals. The paid internship will be 13 weeks in duration for the summer of 2026 with flexible start dates. Student interns must be able to work full-time. This is a hybrid position working 2 days in the office, three days remote The internship will be split between a major project and daily tasks. Housing will not be provided for the internship Responsibilities: • Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to create engaging and relevant content for various channels, including social media, websites, internal tools, and email marketing., • Help draft and edit internal and external communications, press releases, and newsletters., • Contribute to social media planning and assist in content creation for the company's social media profiles, including content scheduling and engagement monitoring., • Support in the planning and execution of marketing events, trade shows, and webinars, • Work with the design team on various graphic design projects, ensuring brand consistency and visual appeal., • Conduct market research to gain insights into industry trends, customer preferences, and competitor analysis., • Assist with essential administrative functions, including tasks like mailing, event sign-up management, organizing promotional items, etc., • Collaborate with agencies and vendors for various projects within the business, learning to effectively manage external partnerships to achieve marketing goals Minimum Qualifications: • Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, • Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Sciences, or a related field, • Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale with strong academic and extracurricular performance, • Completion of at least two years of college education prior to internship start, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, • Basic understanding of marketing principles and social media platforms, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Creative mindset with attention to detail, • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, • Highly motivated and eager to learn, • Interest in contributing to global projects and working with international colleagues, • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks accurately, • Demonstrated communication and leadership abilities, • Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven record of adaptability, initiative, innovation, and integrity, • Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S., • Must successfully pass the pre-employment screening process, • Customer Focus, • Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions., • Business Insight, • Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals., • Cultivates Innovation, • Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful., • Action Oriented, • Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm., • Ensures Accountability, • Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments., • Drives Results, • Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstance, • Collaborates, • Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives., • Values Difference, • Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization, • Communicates Effectively, • Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences., • Courage, • Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said., • Instills Trust, • Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity., • Situational Adaptability, • Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Please apply online at: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S Kuraray America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer disability/protected veteran status. No third-party candidates accepted. Job Posted by ApplicantPro