Brand Management Intern

This internship begins June 1st, 2026 and ends August 21st, 2026

Location – This is a hybrid role, which means that you will have the flexibility to work both onsite and at a distance. You will collaborate onsite at our Cashton, WI office for 3-5 days per week, and the rest of the time you can choose to work remotely or onsite. 
Employee Type – Hourly 
Bonus Eligibility – No
Safety Sensitive – No

If a company is going to make a difference in today’s world, it’s going to have to think differently. At Organic Valley, our philosophy and decisions are based on the health and welfare of people, animals and the earth.  We’re a mission-driven cooperative, owned by family farmers, and we’ve been leaders in organic agriculture from the very beginning.  Once pioneers of organic agriculture, we’re now an established leader.  Organic is all we do.  We are driven by our mission to promote regional farm diversity and economic stability by the means of organic agricultural methods and the sale of certified organic products.

Summary of Role

The Brand Management Intern will support the development of a holistic strategy for one of Organic Valley’s organic product portfolios. This unique opportunity offers hands-on experience in brand management, allowing the intern to contribute to impactful projects that drive category growth while learning foundational marketing skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to understand strategies and processes within category marketing.
• Analyze consumer insights using available tools and databases to understand consumer behavior and preferences.
• Conduct competitive and market analysis to identify innovative opportunities for category growth.
• Assist in evaluating Organic Valley’s business performance both internally and within the broader marketplace.
• Work cross-functionally across CROPP, engaging with key stakeholders to explore dairy supply chain complexities and identify growth opportunities.
• Present a final project that contributes to the category business strategy, shared with key stakeholders and leadership.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Currently enrolled in post-secondary education with one year or less from graduation required.
• Currently working towards degree in Business, Marketing or Product Management preferred.
• Strong communication skills; both verbal and written required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs required.
• Ability to prioritize workload and responsibilities effectively.
• Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Interest in organic and working with farmers and cooperative business model preferred.
   

Base hourly wage: $18.00/hr
Hours per week: 40

Internship Program Overview:
-Program concludes after 12 weeks (first week of June start date)
-Furnished housing provided or housing stipend
-Engaging and project-based experiences with a leading organic food brand
-Network and learn from our business leaders in a "Learn The Co-op Series"
-Various intern group events held throughout the summer
-Interns are paid hourly for time worked
-Interns are responsible for transportation to and from work