Position Overview/Introduction

It’s an exciting time to join Ocean Spray’s Brand Marketing team! The world of marketing is changing, and we are evolving with it. You are passionate about food & beverage along with the strategy and consumer insights that drive attitudes and behaviors. You’re eager to learn about new and upcoming forms of marketing, you organize yourself to learn quickly, and you are strong in developing cross functional, collaborative relationships. Taking ownership is big at Ocean Spray and there will be plenty of opportunity to be empowered to do so over your summer internship. Our Marketing Team is looking for an MBA Brand Marketing Intern for the Summer of 2024!

All internships start June 4t h , 2024 and are 10-12 weeks long.

Position location: We're all about flexibility! This will be a hybrid role based out of our corporate headquarters in Lakeville, MA or Boston, MA Seaport location with Mondays & Fridays remote.

What You Will Do & What You Will Learn :

You’ll dive into the world of the Ocean Spray Cranberries and partner alongside the Beverage Marketing team. You’ll own your own workstreams - this could entail developing strategy for a new consumer target, exploring size of prize potential and developing an execution plan based on consumer needs, customer requirements and category dynamics. You’ll experience agile marketing while working within a company that operates in a legacy industry. And of course, you’ll sample a lot of food/drinks and have fun!

What You’ll Need:

Currently pursuing or recently completed (as of winter/spring 2024 ) an MBA/Master’s degree
Good energy, consumer empathy and open-mindedness, a positive “can-do” mindset
Preferred 2-4 years’ experience in Food & Beverage related industries (Brand, Agency, Insights, Sales, Finance, etc.)
Self-starter who isn’t afraid to find their own answers
Analytical, organized, significant attention to detail, ability to work autonomously

Confidence in presenting ideas and recommendations in front of Senior Leadership
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs ( e.g. MS Excel, MS Word)

Compensation/Benefits:

Competitive hourly wage
Direct exposure to Senior Leadership Team
Where applicable: one-time relocation stipend to assist with relocation costs for the Summer
Fun & Informative events which may include plant tours, bog tour and more!
Interact and network with interns across a variety of job functions
Work cross functionally for a purpose-driven, farmer-owned co-operative

Who We Are:

You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what’s better - canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future.

Team members, farmers, consumers and communities alike--we value what makes us unique and strive to connect our farms to families for a better life by living our values:

G rower Mindset – We embrace our grower-owners innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning and focus on the future.
Sustainable R esults – Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower-owners.
I ntegrity Above All – We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower-owners, customers, consumers and each other
Inclusive T eamwork – We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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