Retail Marketing Intern

The Retail Marketing Internship is a great opportunity to gain hands-on marketing experience while working side by side with professionals from all levels in our Waltham, MA office. We're looking for an out-of-the-box thinker, entrepreneur and 'not afraid to get their hands dirty' go-getter to live and breathe the marketing for our chain of convenience store brands. This intern will support Global Partners, LP Marketing team, by optimizing marketing plans and strategies, executing in-store initiatives and events (including grand openings), conducting market and competitor research and aiding in social media and digital efforts. This is an opportunity for candidates to gain hands-on experience in all facets of marketing operations in a progressive, start-up corporate setting. We offer a flexible work environment, with the option of working from home up to two days a week for all staff.

For over 90 years Global Partners LP has been delivering the energy our communities need to grow, move, and thrive. From Alltown Fresh, with its innovative chef-led creations and guest-focused retail experience, to our vast network of over 50 liquid energy terminals across the eastern seaboard and beyond, Global Partner's integrated network of businesses delivers value day-in and day-out to our guests and customers across the US. At Global Partners we embrace the future, investing in the energy transition with initiatives like GlobalGLO and supporting the communities in which we operate with our charitable work.

We're excited for the next 90 years at Global Partners and what innovative new ideas we can bring to our guests and customers in the future. We're looking for passionate people with great ideas to contribute to our company's future. If you're motivated by what's next, Global Partners can provide you the opportunities to push your career to the next level.

The Types of "Energy" You Bring

• You bring your strong academic credentials and excellent attention to detail.
• You bring your strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several simultaneous projects in a dynamic, fluid environment.
• You bring your ability to work independently and take 100% ownership of projects.
• You bring your superior communication skills and writing skills.

"Gauges" of Responsibility

• Support marketing campaign planning and execution
• Assist in the brainstorming and coordination of in-store events, openings and initiatives
• Produce and write content for print and web - including website news sections and GlobalOne app
• Interact and engage with both internal and external stakeholders
• Research and evaluate competitor marketing and digital content
• Work to attract and retain guests through creative activations and "boots on the ground" efforts.
• Support digital initiatives including Search Engine Optimization and Search Engine Marketing
• Aide in social media content creation, development and execution - be a participating member in gathering and capturing assets as well as occasionally be featured
• Be an active participant in marketing activities and administrative tasks

"Fuel" for You

• Coins! $18/hour
• Meet with executives
• Participate in a personal development workshop
• Work on a group research project for the end of the program Experiential field trips to learn the business

The GPS of our Interview Process

• First thing first, if you're interested in the role, please apply.
• A talent acquisition team member will review your resume in partnership with the hiring manager. If your experience would lend to this opportunity a recruiter will contact you.
• We conduct "in-person" (ZOOM) interviews and provide additional interview information or other items needed at that time.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, energetic personality comfortable engaging with our consumers and store associates
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be a licensed driver with his/her own reliable automobile
• Self-starter with strong work ethic
• Demonstrated analytical capabilities and problem-solving skills
• Completed marketing or business administration coursework
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Must have a high school diploma and be enrolled in a degree program leading to a bachelor's degree.
• Must be able to commit to 40 hours per week. Internship starts on June 2nd and runs for 10 weeks.
• The internship program is designed to give students not only corporate experience but also the opportunity to learn more about the industry and Global itself. This summer program consists of formal info sessions with the executive team and others from around the business and developing a group project that is presented at the end of the 10 weeks.

We value passion and potential. If you are enthusiastic about a position and think you can make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply even if you don't check every box. We embrace different perspectives, backgrounds and experiences.

Global Partners LP is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a company culture where ideas from all people help us grow, move and thrive. We embrace the diversity of all applicants and do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to apply, please contact our recruiting department at 781-891-4000.

*Disclaimer: At Global Partners, we don't use lie detector tests for any employment decisions. We follow all the rules and regulations, so we need to let you know: In Massachusetts, it's illegal to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment of continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.