Field Marketing & Special Events Intern

TDS Telecom has an exciting internship opportunity that offers real-time experience in marketing. Come join and add value to our Wisconsin offices as a Field Marketing & Special Events Intern!

We are looking for an Intern to work 15-25 hours per week during the summer months to help us coordinate local events in the Johnson Creek, Whitewater, Jefferson, Stoughton, Oregon and McFarland, WI area.

The office this internship will report to (around 1-2 times per week) is located on Depot Street in Johnson Creek. We offer a flexible schedule and are seeking someone that has availability to work evenings, nights and weekends.

About Us: At TDS Telecom our interns are our future. We provide you with the opportunity to get hands-on learning in a real-world environment, while helping you to sharpen your skills and knowledge in the designated area you are pursuing in school or your career. Our goal is to help make you successful to compete for opportunities within our company now or in the future. Whether you join us directly after your internship, or you find your way back to TDS later on in your career, our mission is that you leave us better and more knowledgeable than when you started!

Pay: The base pay rate offered for this position is expected to be $17/hour.

At TDS Telecom, our interns are the future of our company. We provide hands-on learning experiences in a real-world environment, helping you sharpen the skills and knowledge relevant to your field of study or career path. Our goal is to equip you for success and prepare you to compete for opportunities within our company, both now and in the future. Whether you join us immediately after your internship or return to TDS later in your career, we are committed to ensuring you leave with more experience and insight than when you started.

Intern Resources:

As an intern at TDS, you'll have the opportunity to partner with seasoned professionals on high-priority company projects and day-to-day operations. During your internship, TDS offers you:

Access to our Intern Associate Resource Group (ARG): This group provides extra resources for your development, opportunities for internal advancement, and forums to connect with other interns across the company. Our ARG meets monthly, where you can hear about other interns' projects and engage with leaders from various teams. The group also hosts networking events to help you build valuable connections, with the goal of helping you secure full-time employment upon graduation.
• Prioritization of Your Professional Development: TDS offers in-depth training to ensure you are continuously growing and developing your skills.
• Focus on Ethics and a Healthy Work-Life Balance: We emphasize ethical practices and offer a business casual work environment to promote a balanced, supportive culture.
• Encouragement to Volunteer: Interns are encouraged to engage in local charities, university activities, and community events, fostering personal and professional growth through meaningful contributions.

As a Field Marketing Intern on our team, you will get the opportunity to -

• Support the Marketing team (AM-Field Marketing) on marketing events and projects to meet goals. This may include, but is not limited to:
• Coordination of materials used at community events, parades and pop up events, and engaging with potential customers to support all activities in the market.
• Managing materials used to collect customer information for the sales team for lead generation follow up.
• Coordinating, tracking and ordering promotional items, ordering food, organizing entertainment and assuring proper set up.
• Creating promotional content for marketing events in collaboration with local marketing team.
• Managing promotional inventory.
• Representing TDS on external events and engaging with the community.
• Continuously gaining knowledge on TDS products and services to answer questions regarding TDS products and services

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency
• Must be able to work daytime, evenings, and some weekends
• Must have a valid drivers license

Do you meet the Required Qualifications but are unsure if your experience aligns with the Other Qualifications? We encourage you to apply! Research shows that many candidates hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the qualifications, even when they possess the skills and experience needed to succeed in the role. Experience and skills come in many forms, and they may not always match exactly what's listed on paper, but they can still lead to success. If you meet the Required Qualifications and believe you have the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply today!

Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits to support your health, financial well-being, and overall happiness. Our limited term associates are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) plan (if 18 or older)
• Sick leave (10 days accrued per year for full-time and pro-rated for all other associates)
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

Who is TDS Telecom?

TDS Telecom provides high-speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to a diverse range of communities, including small to mid-sized urban, suburban, and rural areas across the U.S. With over 50 years of experience, TDS is committed to building and expanding fiber optic networks that bring cutting-edge connectivity to neighborhoods nationwide. Serving over 1 million connections, our mission is to create a better world by delivering innovative communication solutions that enhance the way people live, work, and connect. Visit tdstelecom.com to learn more!

At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the difference of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives in our workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.