Marketing Communications Intern - The Toro Company

Who Are We?

The Toro Company has delivered market-leading, innovative products and outstanding customer care for more than 100 years. With over 11,000 employees worldwide, TTC is headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, USA. Our company designs and manufactures turf maintenance equipment; turf irrigation systems; landscape and lighting products; snow and ice management solutions; agricultural irrigation systems; rental, specialty and underground construction equipment; and residential turf and snow equipment. We market and sell TTC products worldwide through a network of distributors, dealers, mass retailers, hardware retailers, equipment rental center and home centers-as well as online direct to end users.

What Will You Do?

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible work on a new development project (rotary mower) and assist with the following:

Marketing Communications

• Help manage and keep current key communications literature for products.
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of photo shoots, as well as facilitate their use in marketing materials.
• Provide thought leadership on social media activities, and implement their execution.
• Assist with visual content organization and usage strategy.

Media Relations

• Assist with media connections and planning
• Track media expenses, process invoices

Data Analysis

• Analyze marketing efforts employed, identify opportunities
• Prepare recommendations for improving results

Relationship Building & Customer Events

• Assist with key customer event activities and logistics
• Plan and execute program elements that help customers learn about products and support for their industry

Product and Customer Marketing Support

• Assist marketing activities for specific product launches, including photo shoots and communication needs
• Enrich customer information to improve understanding and marketing platforms
• Expand marketplace knowledge of key customer segments and related activities

DATES REQUIRED:

Long-term internship that will begin in February. Part-time hours during school year to accommodate student schedule. Full-time May 22 through August 11, 2023. Internship may be continued following school year.

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

• Junior academic status, degree in process (internship just prior to final year)
• Preferred: Marketing Communications, (or general Marketing major)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills - ability to interpret and analyze various types of data, summarize, and clearly present findings
• Proficient Microsoft Suite skills (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc.), image and design editing familiarity/experience a plus

What Can We Give You?

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our interns know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive pay-The Toro Company offers interns a variety of perks, including:

Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.

Volunteerism - The Toro Company is proud to provide interns 8 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.

Summer Hours *Based on Location*- Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at certain locations are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.