Summer 2026 Intern - Marketing - Digital Content Strategist

Location US-IL-Bloomington

Job Category Intern

Position Type Intern - Summer

Req ID 41822

Overview

As a State Farm intern, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and make a real impact. Our internship program provides students with valuable training, mentorship, and networking opportunities while being fully immersed in the day-to-day operations of a Fortune 50 company. At State Farm, we believe our interns are the future of our company, and we are committed to helping you succeed!

Responsibilities

The Marketing Digital Content Strategist intern role builds upon content marketing fundamentals with web content creation and optimization for the State Farm Corporate blog, Simple Insights, on statefarm.com. The internship will be focused primarily on one area, though there will be opportunities to learn from other Marketing functions (e.g., Search team, Brand Design, Creative Content) as a part of your work day.

Additional information :

Optimizes existing articles to improve rank and maintain relevancy

Inventories existing rich media content and develop recommendations

Attends and participates in department / team meetings

Collaborates with other Marketing interns on a group project (TBD)

Qualifications

Must have Skills :

Superior copywriting skills, as well as strong copy editing, proofreading and research skills

Proficient use of AP Style

Analyzes complex ideas and communicates them in a clear and concise manner to all target audiences

Preferred Skills : GPA of 3.5 and above

Knowledge of Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Sites and Assets

Uses Photoshop or other editing software to edit assets

Uses keyword and other search-based data to inform content decisions

Who We Are Looking For

Current sophomores or juniors (preferably) enrolled in an undergraduate program majoring in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Digital Design or a related major with a graduation date of December 2026 or later. Will consider freshman who meet all other criteria.

Must have at least one semester remaining after the conclusion of the internship.

Internship Program Eligibility :

To be eligible for the summer internship program, candidates must be full-time students currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with at least one semester remaining after the internship, and must maintain their student status throughout the duration of the internship.

• Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity

What You Can Expect :

Summer Internship Dates : June 1, 2026 - August 7, 2026

Hours : Monday-Friday, 38.75 hours per week

Due to the short duration of the summer program, we seek interns who will be available to engage and participate throughout the internship with little to no disruption in work schedule.

Pay : $22 / hour. In addition, interns selected for our summer internship program will be eligible for a $2,000 stipend (minus applicable taxes)!

Competitive candidates will be invited to participate in a pre-screening video interview in the Fall of 2025

Where You’ll Work : HYBRID : This is a hybrid position which allows you to spend some of your time working from home as well as some time working collaboratively in-office. You will work out of the hub location listed below.

Selected interns must reside within the continental U.S. for the duration of the summer internship.

For San Francisco candidates : Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

For Los Angeles candidates : Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Change Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.

Candidates selected for an internship will be eligible for a $2,000 stipend

Hub Location : Bloomington, ILNext Steps!

Application deadline is expected to close on 10 / 17 / 25. Applicant volume and hiring needs may result in early closure or extension beyond the listed deadline, so apply as soon as possible! To submit an application, click "Apply" on the job listing page on the State Farm career site. You will need to upload your resume when you apply. Be sure to include your GPA on your resume.

Competitive candidates may be invited to participate in the interview process. This is where the excitement begins!

Our Benefits

We are excited to offer our interns a tailored set of benefits with a range of valuable perks to help support you during your time with us!

Time Off

40 hours of Life Leave

Military Leave

Financial Benefits

401(K) Savings Plan (Eligible at age 18)

Mutual Funds (Eligible at age 18)

Commuter Benefits

Miscellaneous Benefits

Wellness programs

US Discount program

Good Neighbor Grant program

Matching Gift program

Employee Assistance Fund

Company Holidays

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