Job Title: Marketing Intern
Division: Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI)
Location: Pella, IA - Onsite
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Status: Internship
Travel Required: 0-10%
Reports To: Culture Development Manager
Revision Date: August 19, 2026
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Marketing Intern will support PPI’s Marketing Communications team by creating engaging visual content and digital assets that help tell the PPI story and support marketing initiatives. This role provides hands-on experience in graphic design, communications, and marketing through projects involving the website, social media, product launches, training, and print materials.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
More specifically, the Marketing intern will:
- Work with the Marketing team to research, develop, and design marketing projects.
- Create graphics and visual content for social media, the website, email, video, print materials, and other marketing channels.
- Help maintain and update catalogs, flyers, and other marketing materials.
- Support product launches, training initiatives, and customer-focused marketing projects.
- Gather product information, photos, and other materials to support marketing projects.
- Maintain PPI brand standards and visual consistency across marketing materials.
- Partner with subject matter experts and other teams to gather information and develop accurate, engaging content.
- Maintain a photographic library of products and product applications.
- Stay current with graphic design trends and digital design tools.
- Balance multiple projects and shifting priorities while meeting deadlines.
- Support special requests and promotional store administration as needed.
- Participate in additional training and perform other related duties as assigned.
- Communicate positively and professionally with supervisors, coworkers, and internal and external customers.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Pursuing a degree in Marketing or related field.
- Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred
- Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred
- Must have completed sophomore year towards a degree in media arts or related degree
- Proficient user of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator)
- Strong written communication skills
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks and problem solve
- Ability to work as a member of a team in a collaborative environment
- Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status
EDUCATION – EXPERIENCE – COMPUTER SKILLS
- Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education and/or technical certificate program in a field related to the work done in the department
- Proficient user of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator)
- Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Demonstrated leadership skills
TRAINING – CERTIFICATIONS – LICENSES
- Continually participate in additional training
COMPETENCIES
To perform this position successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; uses equipment properly
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner
- Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens and receives clarification, responds to questions
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility
- Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
- Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; works ethically and with integrity
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures
- Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee:
- Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
- Must be able to regularly use hands and arms.
- Must be able to regularly stand and walk.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
- Specific hearing abilities required for this job include the ability to hear equipment alarms and the ability to hear instructions from others.
ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY
- The noise level in the work environment is usually QUIET.
- The employee is in an office setting
- Steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection when in production environments.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee owner for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Precision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective and current employee owners to discuss potential accommodations with Precision, Inc.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing or a related field
- Must have completed sophomore year toward a degree in media arts or a related field
- Currently enrolled and in good standing in a post-secondary education or technical certificate program related to the department's work
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
- Strong written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks, execute assignments, and solve problems effectively
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Self-motivated with an eagerness and aptitude to learn and develop
- Basic knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Prior internship or related consulting experience
- Legally authorized to work full-time in the United States without requiring future employment visa sponsorship
What We Do
PPI (Precision Pulley and Idler) is an employee owned company that was founded in 1977 with the goals of providing high-performance conveyor components and competitive pricing, both combined with unparalleled customer service. These goals have not changed over the years, but in fact, have been enhanced. Every PPI employee is involved in the process of putting the customer first. We listen to understand customer needs and know that by responding quickly, we help improve business profitability and potential. New product ideas and product changes are direct results of customer input. The PPI staff of Production, Engineering, Quality Assurance, Customer Service, and Regional Sales People are dedicated to meeting your requirements for quality conveyor components. Our commitment to product performance, competitiveness, and service will continue as we respond to customer requests for the finest conveyor components in the marketplace. Precision Pulley and idler fue fundada en 1977 con la meta de proporcionar componentes de alto rendimiento y a precios competitivos, combinados con un servicio al cliente especial. Estos objetivos no han cambiado con los años, pero de hecho, han mejorado. Hoy, PPI cuenta con mas de 700 empleados globales y 12 plantas manufactureras en los Estados Unidos, así como dos instalaciones internacionales. Cada planta está dedicada a la fabricación de productos específicos y a servir sus clientes de la mejor manera posible. Nuestra promesa es simple: Productos de calidad con un precio competitivo y un servicio al cliente inmejorable para suplir sus necesidades al rededor del mundo con la confianza de tener al equipo PPI trabajando a su lado. Agradecemos su negocio y apoyo. Usted tiene nuestro compromiso de que nuestros objetivos para el rendimiento del producto, la competitividad, y el servicio continuará a medida que respondamos a sus solicitud por mejores componentes de bandas de transporte en el mercado. IMPRESSUM PPI – Precision Pulley & Idler LinkedIn page is a place where fans, including employees, suppliers, customer and others, can participate in an open dialog format. We welcome the exchange of ideas and debate when participants engage respectfully. To maintain a healthy and fun environment PPI will do its best to monitor, moderate, screen and ensure that all posted content is appropriate. The following guidelines are in place to uphold site values and ensure content is suitable for public viewing. Please understand that
