Open The Door to Opportunity!
At Leggett & Platt, we provide real-world experiences that shape the future of young professionals. Our Doors Internship Program is a paid opportunity for students to contribute to and learn from a global leader in manufacturing, design, and innovation. We offer internships in fields ranging from engineering, business, finance, operations, environmental health science, and technology, allowing you to explore a variety of industries such as automotive, aerospace, home furnishings, bedding, and industrial products.
About The Program:
The Doors Internship Program is an immersive experience designed to build your expertise, grow your network, and give you hands-on experience across different functions. You’ll work on real-world tasks and/or projects, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and be part of a company that enhances people’s lives through innovation in comfort-driven design and manufacturing.
Learn more about the history of Leggett: https://leggett.com/history
At Leggett & Platt, our Marketing Team plays a vital role in shaping product launches, competitive analysis, brand storytelling, and market strategy. Our department works collaboratively to create compelling content, refine strategy, and support the execution of high-impact marketing initiatives that drive success across various markets. As a Marketing Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience while working alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic, innovative environment.
As a Marketing Intern, you will have the opportunity to contribute to key marketing efforts, from product launch asset development to trade show planning and social media execution. This role provides a comprehensive view of marketing operations while equipping you with valuable skills to succeed in the industry.
This internship is perfect for someone eager to learn, contribute, and grow in the field of marketing. Whether you’re interested in brand strategy, digital content creation, or competitive research, this role allows you to gain practical experience while making a real impact.\
So, what will you be doing as a Marketing Intern?
- Support product launches by assisting with sales training and customer-facing presentations, conducting market research, and coordinating sales sample shipping.
- Analyze competitor product launches across North America and Europe and create summary reports to inform strategy.
- Create and refine social media content by capturing images/videos and collaborating with the social media team to optimize messaging and scheduling.
- Assist with strategic marketing initiatives, including slide and graphic design, to enhance branding and communication efforts.
- Prepare and execute trade show deliverables, including NeoCon product launch lists, Internum press release follow-ups, and post-show reports with key insights.
- Additional duties as assigned.
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
- Currently enrolled in a Marketing, Business, Communications, or related program.
- Strong skills in PowerPoint, Canva, or graphic design software.
- Excellent research, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation tools.
Things we consider a plus:
- Previous internship or work experience in marketing.
- Familiarity with marketing analytics tools.
- Knowledge of product positioning, branding strategies, or market research methods.
- Experience with social media analytics and content scheduling.
What to Do Next
Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.
Our Values
Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.
- Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
- Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
- Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
- Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.
Our Commitment to You
We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture, processes and practices promote equal opportunity for all. Join us!
We welcome and encourage all applicants to apply. We’d love the opportunity to consider you.
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