2027 - Marketing Assistant Intern

NOTICE: Application closes on 11/16/2026 at 11:59PM.

As an intern within Metro Transit’s Marketing department, you will gain hands-on experience supporting the planning and execution of marketing initiatives, campaigns, and events. You will have the opportunity to learn about media buying, ad trafficking, and campaign performance monitoring while contributing to the department’s day-to-day marketing efforts.

You will also have opportunities to attend photo, video, and radio shoots, gaining firsthand exposure to the creative production process and building valuable experience and portfolio content. This role offers a well-rounded introduction to marketing within a dynamic public transit environment while providing opportunities to develop practical skills, expand your professional network, and explore different areas of the industry.

Through this internship, interns will develop hands-on experience conducting market segment research, analyzing project data, tracking and evaluating marketing initiatives, and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. They will also gain practical experience developing a comprehensive marketing plan and seeing it through from strategy and planning to execution and evaluation.

This role will help strengthen your skills in research, analytics, project management, organization, collaboration, and marketing strategy while providing a real-world understanding of how marketing initiatives are developed and delivered.

We will not review resumes, cover letters, or any additional documents that are not specifically requested as part of this application.
This recruitment will establish a six (6) month Eligibility List for current and potential vacancies.

Internship Information:

• Length: Summer and may be extended to the school year
• Hours: Full-time during summer and Part-time during school year
• Start Date: 04/26/2027
• Location: Minneapolis, MN 

NOTE: This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. 

What does an internship with the Metropolitan Council entail?
Our internships are designed to provide students meaningful work, be an introduction to public service and a chance to discover the Metropolitan Council.
 

Who is the Metropolitan Council?

The Metropolitan Council is made up of several operating divisions that service the Twin Cities Metropolitan area in a number of ways.

• Community Development is responsible for helping the Council shape its regional growth plan and Metro HRA provides affordable housing programs in the region
• Environmental Services manages wastewater treatment plants and the regional wastewater collection system for the seven-county metropolitan region
• Metro Transit provides bus and light rail public transportation for the greater metropolitan area
• Metropolitan Transportation Services (MTS) is responsible for the transportation planning functions as the Twin Cities metropolitan planning organization (MPO) for transportation
• Regional Administration provides support services (Finance, Payroll, HR, etc.) for the Council

What you would do in this job:

• Support the tracking, planning, and coordination of summer events and promotional activities.
• Assist with marketing campaigns, including media research, media buying, ad trafficking, and performance tracking.
• Support marketing and promotional efforts for new transit routes, as well as community event planning and coordination.
• Assist with photo, video, and other creative production shoots.
• Research, coordinate, and compile insights and analysis on key marketing topics, including events, fares, ridership growth, and other customer engagement initiatives.
• Support the development and execution of marketing initiatives from planning through implementation and evaluation.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications):

• Must be enrolled in an accredited institution, a degree seeking program (Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD.) OR be a recent graduate (within 12 months from posting date) from a degree program.
• Candidate's residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin during the internship. 
• An UNOFFICIAL transcript is required to be attached to application. 
• Valid MN/WI driver's license.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Organized, detailed-oriented, motivated
• Excellent communication skills across a diverse group of individuals
• Experience working independently, being a reliable self-starter and inquisitive

DEGREE PROGRAM/AREA OF STUDY PREFERRED

• Marketing, Advertising, Communications or related field

What you can expect from us:

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area. 
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us!

Additional information:

Union: Non-Rep
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive:  No

What steps the recruitment process involves:
1. We review your minimum qualifications.
2. We rate your education and experience.
3. We conduct a structured panel interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history.  A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job.  If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards.  A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.