About the role#
Great Southern Wood Preserving is hiring a Marketing Intern for the Summer 2027 program. This role provides hands-on experience in the lumber industry through real-world projects and professional networking.
What you'll do#
- Design and update promotional materials like flyers, ads, and posters.
- Use Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, to create graphics.
- Format documents and forms for readability.
- Edit and retouch images for various projects.
- Collaborate with the team on creative concepts and gather project requirements from stakeholders.
- Manage digital files, archive completed work, and maintain design documentation.
- Prepare files for print by setting correct specifications.
- Incorporate feedback from managers into your design revisions.
- Ensure all work follows branding guidelines and copyright laws.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as at least a sophomore in a Bachelor or Master degree program.
- Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, or a closely related field.
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, as well as Microsoft Teams and Outlook.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site position based in Abbeville, Alabama.
- The role is paid and eligible for college course credit.
About Great Southern Wood Preserving
Great Southern Wood Preserving is a manufacturer of pressure treated pine products based in Abbeville, Alabama. Founded in 1970, the company produces the YellaWood brand for retail home centers and professional building dealers. It operates 14 facilities and distributes building materials across 27 states and the District of Columbia. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and offers a range of lumber, fencing, and decking products.
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