Marketing Intern

Located in the heart of Central Ohio, Illuminate USA is transforming solar panel manufacturing from our cutting-edge facility in Pataskala. As a new standalone joint venture established by two global leaders in renewable energy, we’ve rapidly grown to over 1,500 associates and are now fully operational in our 1.1 million-square-foot factory. Our vision is to establish one of the largest solar panel manufacturing operations in the Western Hemisphere. 

This is an exciting time to join Illuminate USA as we continue to grow and innovate. We’re not just building solar panels—we’re building a team of dedicated, passionate associates eager to make a real impact. If you’re looking to be part of a collaborative, people-focused, and forward-thinking workplace, we want to hear from you! 

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and continuous opportunities for career growth. Come join us on this journey to create a brighter, more sustainable future in the Columbus area. 

Job Summary: 

Illuminate USA is seeking a creative, data-curious, and motivated Marketing Intern to join our team for a hands-on internship experience. This is an exciting opportunity to gain real-world exposure to a wide range of marketing activities including content creation, campaign performance tracking, branding, social media, and internal communications. You’ll work closely with our Marketing and Communications team and contribute to projects that support both internal initiatives and external brand presence. 

Key Responsibilities 

Assist with content development for digital channels, including social media, email campaigns, and internal communications 

Support the execution and performance tracking of marketing campaigns using basic math functions (e.g., calculating click-through rates, conversion percentages, and engagement growth) 

Help collect and analyze engagement metrics to evaluate campaign success and recommend improvements 

Create simple marketing reports using Excel or Google Sheets (e.g., comparing week-over-week performance, calculating event participation rates) 

Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas for events, branding, and promotions 

Help maintain and update marketing assets, including presentations, templates, and digital files 

Conduct market research and competitive analysis, using basic data comparison and summarization 

Assist in coordinating photo/video shoots or gathering content from internal teams 

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR, Operations, etc.) to support company-wide communications and events 

Support special projects and other marketing-related tasks as assigned 

Qualifications 

Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field 

Strong written and verbal communication skills 

Creativity, attention to detail, and a collaborative attitude 

Interest in marketing analytics and comfort using basic math in Excel or Google Sheets (e.g., formulas, charts, simple percentages) 

Familiarity with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) and digital tools 

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus 

Ability to manage time effectively and contribute in a fast-paced environment 

Illuminate USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.