Interns design and document AI agents for marketing workflows partner with teams on automation opportunities and contribute to high-priority initiatives.

Description
At CDW we make it happen together. Trust connection and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW. CDW Marketing is building the next generation of B2B marketing powered by AI insight creativity and measurable performance. We are looking for exceptional undergraduate students to join a high impact summer internship program designed to bring fresh perspectives deliver real business value and build a strong pipeline of future marketing talent for CDW. Interns will work on meaningful projects from day one partner closely with marketing leaders and contribute to priority initiatives that support active CDW marketing work. Top performers may be considered for a full time opportunity in 2027. This internship is intended for ambitious students who want to combine technology problem solving and business thinking in a fast moving marketing environment. Rather than rotating across unrelated assignments each intern will work deeply within the defined focus area listed in the job title while collaborating cross functionally across the broader marketing organization.
* What You'll Do
* Design prompt test and document AI agents or copilots that support campaign planning intake briefing routing QA and reporting workflows
* Help build reusable prompt libraries operating playbooks and governance standards that enable marketers to work faster and more consistently
* Partner with campaign operations and analytics teams to identify high value automation opportunities that can scale across the organization
* Best aligned to students with strengths or interest in AI prompt engineering workflow design marketing operations analytics or data driven process improvement.
* Contribute to high-priority summer initiatives that support real CDW marketing outcomes not simulated assignments.
* Work directly with a Director in Marketing and partner with cross-functional stakeholders depending on the chosen track.
* Use AI tools research creative development or analytics to improve how CDW plans creates measures and optimizes marketing work.
* Translate ideas into outputs such as prototypes content videos dashboards insights recommendations and documented playbooks.
What We Expect From You
* Currently enrolled Northwestern University undergraduate students with a graduation date of December 2026 through May 2027 with the ability to begin full-time employment in 2027 (if offered employment post-internship).
* Major in Marketing Communications Computer Science Journalism Radio/TV/Film AI Data Analytics or a closely related field.
* Strong communication skills intellectual curiosity sound judgment and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
* Comfort learning and applying modern tools such as Adobe Experience Platform Power BI SQL Python Google Veo 3.1 prompt engineering platforms video editing tools or closely related technologies depending on track.
* Bias for action high standards for quality and a willingness to test ideas learn quickly and iterate.
* Ability to commit to a 40-hour work week during standard business hours throughout the summer with a hybrid work arrangement.
* Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship as a full-time coworker. Optional attachments to include with your application: cover letter resume college transcripts portfolios project examples writing samples dashboards GitHub links or creative reels. Hourly Rate: $20/hour Benefits overview: [https://cdw.benefit-info.com/](http://cdw.benefit-info.com/)
* CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization
* We're looking for people who bring curiosity a learner's mindset and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner openness to experimentation and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances- not replaces- human creativity and decision-making. You don't need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore adapt and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.Additionally CDW is committed to fostering an equitable transparent and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process our goal is to understand your experience strengths skills and qualifications. As an AI forward company we see AI not just as a tool but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking creating and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset one that's curious adaptive and ready to explore what's possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background judgment and voice.
* About Us
* CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses government education and healthcare organizations achieve what's possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn't just what we do- it's how we do it. At CDW we act as one- building trust speaking candidly and working together to achieve more. We play to win- focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward- staying curious moving fast and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported heard and empowered to contribute. That's why we think of ourselves as coworkers not just employees- working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities. As a full-stack full-lifecycle technology partner CDW brings deep expertise strong relationships and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters your growth is supported and your contributions help shape what's next. Together we deliver the full promise of what technology can do.
* Together we Make Amazing Happen.
* CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.