AAR is a global company seeking a Marketing Intern for their headquarters in Wood Dale, IL. The intern will gain hands-on experience in marketing functions, assist with campaign development, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support brand and corporate marketing initiatives.
Responsibilities
Spend 10 weeks gaining hands-on experience across key marketing functions, including product marketing, corporate materials (advertising), and events
Assist with the development and execution of marketing campaigns, advertisements, content creation, and promotional initiatives across multiple channels
Conduct market and competitive research to support business development, product positioning, and go-to-market strategies
Assist in preparing marketing materials such as presentations and sales collateral
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Product, and Corporate Communications to ensure alignment and consistency of messaging
Develop professional skills through mentorship, learning sessions, and exposure to marketing tools, platforms, and best practices
Build a strong foundation for a future career in Marketing, Graphic Design, or related business disciplines at AAR or within the broader business community
Participate in structured learning sessions and mentorship opportunities with marketing leaders and subject matter experts across the organization
Take ownership of a meaningful marketing-related project, applying creativity and analytical thinking to develop insights, recommendations, and final deliverables presented to Marketing Leadership
Gain a strong understanding of how a global organization operates by learning how marketing supports growth, customer engagement, and brand strategy within the aerospace industry
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree
Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
Creative mindset with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while completing tasks as part of a team
Preferred
Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Graphic Design, or a related field preferred
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite applications (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) is a plus
Benefits
Modern office environment with an on-site cafeteria and fitness center supporting work-life balance.
AAR is a $2.7B global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company with operations in 20+ countries.
