Marketing & Communications Internship (Start Date: November/December 2026)

Chicago, IL (On-site)

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Posted 6 hrs ago

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Job Summary

You will own multichannel social media management and analytics for GACC Midwest, from content creation and scheduling to on-site event support and multimedia production, with collaboration across MarCom and other departments.

  • Deliver data-driven social media strategies and quarterly analytics to optimize reach and engagement.
  • Coordinate content creation for newsletters, brochures, event materials, and digital publications.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Assist in managing GACC Midwest's social media channels; content creation and scheduling
  • Analyze social media performance metrics, develop data-driven strategies, and present quarterly analytics reports and insights.
  • Support the production of Chamber copy and content such as newsletters and digital & print publications
  • Assist in creating promotional materials, e.g., brochures, event flyers, etc.
  • Attend Chamber events and support on-site
  • Assist with photography and the production of video footage of Chamber events
  • Occasional website maintenance & editing
  • Support other departments with marketing, events, & more

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Canva and graphic design skills (Adobe InDesign is a strong plus)
  • Experience creating and monitoring social media posts and campaigns (e.g., Hootsuite, LinkedIn Campaign Manager) is a plus
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, online research, and mass mailing programs such as Constant Contact
  • Experience with web content management systems (for example Ibexa, WordPress, Typo3, or others)
  • Ability to prioritize, and good problem-solving skills
  • Solid writing skills and the ability to produce written materials in a fast-paced environment while consistently meeting deadlines
  • Strong proofreading and editing skills with great attention to detail
  • High level of proficiency in English; German language skills are a plus
  • Good team player who thrives on collaboration

Benefits

  • beautiful state-of-the-art office space in the heart of the city overlooking Millennium Park, interns are able to easily navigate throughout Downtown Chicago and experience the rich culture the city has to offer – such as complimentary German lessons offered by the Goethe Institute specifically for our employees.
  • Within our office building, all GACC Midwest team members have access to the fitness center with free classes being offered regularly as well as general community events as planned by the building staff.
GACC Midwest - German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc. logo

GACC Midwest - German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest, Inc.

The German American Chamber of Commerce® of the Midwest (GACC Midwest), headquartered in Chicago with a branch office in Detroit, was founded in 1963. GACC Midwest is an integral part of the German Chamber Network (AHKs) with 150 offices in 93 countries around the globe. Our continuing mission is to promote German American business relations and to support trade and investment between Germany and the United States, especially the Midwest. Our organization combines elements of a trade commission, a membership association, and professional consulting services for market entry, apprenticeships in the US, and more. With this unique concept in international trade promotion, GACC Midwest’s territory covers 14 US states: the 13 states of the Midwest (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin) and Colorado, comprising together approximately one quarter of the nation’s geographical area, its population, and its GDP. GACC Midwest's headquarters, which we share with Germany Trade and Invest (GTaI), is located in the heart of downtown Chicago. Our Michigan office is located just outside of Detroit to better serve the German-American business community in Michigan and the neighboring states.Learn More: https://www.gaccmidwest.org/usJoin the GACC Midwest Team! https://www.gaccmidwest.org/us/careers

Founded in 1963
Chicago, Illinois, USA
86 employees

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
4.6K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
21.5%
Direct
26.4%
Referral
3.8%
Social
7.5%
Paid
0.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~87

Marketing Team

Median Tenure
1.4 years
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