Marketing Intern - Summer 2026

Consumers Credit Union (CCU) is one of the largest, fastest growing credit unions in Illinois! Every year we look for a diverse group of hardworking students to join our IGNITE Intern Program. What does IGNITE mean to us and what can you expect? Interns Growing, Networking, and Innovating through Transformational Experiences.

We hire college students because we believe in fresh ideas. These are not paper pushing, copy making internships. We provide real work experience to our Interns. During the Program you will interact with and get exposure to multiple departments and leaders throughout the Credit Union. You'll learn firsthand why we are a certified Great Place to Work and experience our awesome team atmosphere by working with other Interns on projects, volunteering in the community, and participating in events and educational sessions.

Our intent is to create a future career path for students who have an interest in the financial services industry. IGNITE is designed to expose you to a variety of opportunities while fostering growth and learning.

We are seeking students that are interested in a Summer 2026 internship supporting the Marketing team. The Marketing Intern will report to the Marketing Generalist and assist with social media campaigns, Lumin Campaigns, copy writing, proofing content, small design element, and other duties assigned. 

Some events occur in the evening or on weekends, so schedule flexibility is required. 

The Marketing Internship will also provide a well-rounded Marketing experience with the opportunity to write, design, and work on web content and assist with social media tasks.

Requirements for the Marketing internship

• Currently attending an accredited college or university
• Rising juniors and seniors working toward a bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or Advertising. Rising sophomores may be considered.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Ability to work 32 hours per week for the summer (generally 8:00-5:00 Monday-Thursday) for the duration of the 12-week program (5/26/2026 – 8/13/2026). The schedule will involve onsite days based in Lake Forest, IL. Local candidates only.
• Basic familiarity with Word, PowerPoint, Excel and the wider Microsoft Office suite including email, calendaring, and instant messaging.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to work independently after receiving work direction. 
• A collaborative spirit – ability to work with others at various levels within the credit union, and with partner companies outside.
• Interest in a longer-term Marketing career path.
• We are seeking diversity in all dimensions! Ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, work experience, volunteer experience and more! 

Check out more info about the IGNITE Program on our careers site and apply soon. Go to: Internship Opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this role is $18.50 to $20.50 per hour. The hourly rate is determined by class year as of Fall 2026 (sophomore, junior, senior) and may also consider additional factors such as skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Consumers Credit Union provides eligible employees an opportunity to participate in our medical (High Deductible, HMO and PPO), dental, vision, spending accounts, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance and other plans effective date of hire. The internship is a seasonal part time position and is not eligible for most benefits. 

For more information about benefit offerings, please visit our careers page: https://www.myconsumers.org/about/what-we-do/careers

About CCU

Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Lake Forest, IL, CCU has $4.3 billion in assets and serves more than 272,000 members, making it one of the largest credit unions in the state. CCU believes that nobody needs banks on every corner, but everyone needs people who are in their corner. We’ve been recognized as a Great Place to Work® multiple years in a row, and we’re committed to growing both our business and our people. To learn more, visit myconsumers.org 

Equal Opportunity Employer

CCU complies with the requirements and spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity in employment. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, genetic information, military status (including unfavorable discharge from the military), criminal or arrest history (unless job related), crime victim status, or any other protected characteristic in the recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, termination, or any other employment actions or term and condition of employment. CCU complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which CCU has facilities.

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact our Human Resources team at: HR_Dept@myconsumers.org or 877-275-2228.

About CCU

Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Lake Forest, IL, Consumers Credit Union (CCU) has $4 billion in assets and serves more than 220,000 members, making it one of the largest credit unions in the state. CCU believes that nobody needs banks on every corner, but everyone needs people who are in their corner. To learn more, visit myconsumers.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

CCU complies with the requirements and spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity in employment. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, genetic information, military status (including unfavorable discharge from the military), criminal or arrest history (unless job related), crime victim status, or any other protected characteristic in the recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, termination, or any other employment actions or term and condition of employment. CCU complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which CCU has facilities.

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact our Human Resources team at: HR_Dept@myconsumers.org or 877-275-2228.