Internship - Marketing

Marketing Intern

We're looking for a marketing intern! Security Benefit is a leader in the U.S. retirement market with more than $55 billion in assets under management. We offer opportunities to thrive, innovate, and make an impact. As part of our team, you'll play a key role in driving the future of the U.S. retirement industry. Security Benefit is a place where we promise to help our customers To and Through Retirement.

We're proud to have been recognized as one of the best in the business:

• Named to Ward's 50 list of top-performing life-health insurance companies
• Recognized on list of Ingram's Top 100 Private Companies in the Kansas City area in 2024

About the role: As a marketing intern, you'll play a key role in supporting the development and execution of marketing initiatives that align with Security Benefit's strategic goals. You'll gain exposure to all stages of the marketing process from strategy and storytelling to campaign performance analysis while contributing to impactful projects that enhance our brand and engage our audiences. The marketing intern position reports to the second VP, product & channel marketing and can be based in our Topeka or Overland Park, Kansas and Des Moines, Iowa offices, or remotely for the right candidate. We work a hybrid schedule, offering flexibility to work both remotely and on-site.

• Support the marketing communications team in the planning, development, and execution of marketing campaigns, conferences, and events.
• Assist with content creation and updates across multiple channels, including social media, email, internal communications, and sales enablement platforms.
• Coordinate the organization, production, and distribution of marketing and sales materials.
• Update and maintain marketing templates and materials for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support event and conference logistics, including vendor communication, deliverable coordination, and on-site or pre-event preparation as needed.
• Conduct market, competitive, and campaign research; collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to measure campaign effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging, brand alignment, and timely delivery of marketing initiatives.

What we're looking for: Students eligible for the internship will be full-time students available to work approximately 19 hours a week, beginning as soon as possible. Students will be expected to work during and between semesters and up to 40 hours per week during the summer. This is not a summer only internship.

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field.
• Strong communication both verbally and in writing, and organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently or with teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiarity with digital marketing channels and social media platforms preferred.
• Proactive attitude with interest in marketing, branding, and storytelling.

Why choose Security Benefit? When you join our team, you're not just getting a paycheck you're getting a career path full of growth opportunities, plus a robust benefits package that puts your well-being first. Here's what you can expect as part of our internship program at Security Benefit:

• Hands-on experience
• Skill development
• Networking opportunities
• Resume enhancement
• Exploration of career paths
• Personal and professional growth
• Industry insights
• Holiday pay

Ready to make an impact? Apply today by visiting our career page to submit your resume. We're excited to meet you!

Security Benefit is an equal opportunity employer.