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For more than 115 years, Ferrara has created sugar confections that enable moments of sweetness, celebration, and connection for candy lovers of all generations. Today, the company is the #1 sugar confectioner in the United States. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of nearly 9,000 employees creating and delivering hundreds of products sold under 20 popular brands like Brach’s®, NERDS®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli® to more than 66 million U.S. households annually and popular Dori snacking products under brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100 in Brazil. Additionally, Jelly Belly, known world-wide for its confections, was acquired in November of 2023.

Corporate Communications Intern - Summer 2025

Job Location: ​Chicago​

Chicago

Want to make an impact?

We’re looking for current sophomores (rising juniors) interested in careers in Corporate Communications and Public Affairs for internship opportunities in the summer of 2025. Internships are competitive, ten weeks in length, and will focus on a variety of exciting projects specific to the communications field. Through these projects, mentorship, exposure to leadership, and a final presentation, you will gain invaluable experience for your future career. This role is currently planned as a hybrid opportunity in our corporate office in Chicago, IL.
 

Ways you will make a difference

  • Support Communications Strategy: Assist in the creation and execution of corporate communications strategies that enhance our reputation in local and national markets.
  • Content Creation: Help manage content development for public relations, social media, and corporate brand marketing campaigns, including blog and social media posts, press releases, and website content.
  • Media Relations: Participate in the coordination of media relations efforts, including drafting media materials, managing media lists, and supporting media outreach.
  • Corporate Reputation Projects: Contribute to key corporate reputation initiatives, such as developing materials and maintaining content for our corporate website and working a social media revamp project.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the Public Affairs & Community Relations team to align messaging and priorities across all communications efforts.
  • Mentorship: Learn from and collaborate with experienced professionals in the field, gaining exposure to high-level strategic discussions and decision-making processes.
  • Final Presentation: Present your completed project to department leaders, showcasing your contributions and insights gained during the internship.
     

Skills that will make you successful

  • Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
  • Creative Thinking: Ability to generate innovative ideas and solutions in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Comfortable using tools such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for content creation and presentations.

Experiences that will support your success

  • Current Sophomore, majoring in: Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
  • Interest in Corporate Communications: A passion for public relations, brand marketing, and storytelling, with a desire to learn best-in-class business practices.
  • Leadership & Initiative: Demonstrated leadership abilities and involvement in campus activities or related internships.

Compensation

$25/hr.

Ferrara’s success in industry-leading innovation has been driven by deep consumer insights, strong retailer co-creation and partnerships, and a dedication to diversity of thought, experience, and people. A privately held company, Ferrara has its global headquarters in Chicago and an operational network of more than 27 locations in North America, Brazil, and China that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities. Ferrara is a privately held Ferrero related company. Learn more at www.ferrara.com or www.linkedin.com/company/ferrara-.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

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