Marketing and Graphic Design Internship- Summer 2026

Hy-Vee, Inc. • West Des Moines, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Midwest Heritage, A Hy-Vee Company, has an opening for a marketing and graphic design intern, located in West Des Moines. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to grow their portfolio and obtain creative experience working alongside a fast-paced marketing department. Our summer internship program provides qualified candidates the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally at one of the top full-service financial intuitions based in Iowa. Interns will be exposed to the development and execution of marketing plans, budgets and schedules, and will work with a team to develop strategies and materials for marketing campaigns. Candidates will also have the opportunity to collaborate with other interns on an enterprise-wide project over the summer.

Requirements

• Commitment to the Midwest Heritage mission and willingness to promote the values of the organization.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Microsoft Office preferred (Outlook, Power Point, Excel and Word.)
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to relate to and interact with people in a friendly, professional manner.
• Strong detail orientation including the ability to review forms for accuracy and completeness.
• Proficiency with design programs: Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Possess strong project management, attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and written.
• Ability to work 36-40 hours per week, for a minimum of 10 weeks starting in May.
• Junior standing minimum, majoring in graphic design, marketing, advertising, or communications.
• Relevant coursework required.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with marketing and graphic design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing materials for marketing campaigns, social media, and other creative projects as needed.
• Help manage and track creative projects and deadlines.
• Write social media posts and blogs.
• Help plan, communicate and manage marketing requirements for departmental projects and promotions.
• Assist in coordinating summer events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• When you become an employee of Midwest Heritage, you enjoy the friendliness and direct customer care of a community bank while also enjoying the many benefits of a larger organization, Hy-Vee.
• Hy-Vee is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed