Summer Internship - Marketing

GTE Financial 2025 Internship Program

We are thrilled to announce the opening of our Internship Program for the upcoming session! At GTE, we are committed to providing meaningful, educationally related work experiences that prepare you for the future. Here are the key details about this opportunity:

Internship Dates: The program runs from May 12, 2025, through August 15, 2025. We understand the importance of education; accommodations will be made for those returning to school.

Paid Internship: Yes, it's paid! You'll gain invaluable experience while earning.

Application Process: The recruitment and application process kick off the week of March 15th, 2025. Don't miss this chance to kickstart your career in Administration, Marketing, or Technical Support with a hands-on, immersive experience.

How to Apply: Ready to apply? Visit the GTE Financial website and click https://gtefinancial.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/GTE_Financial_Career to submit your application. We're looking forward to seeing your application and learning about the unique talents you can bring to our team.

This internship is not just about gaining work experience; it's about making meaningful contributions, learning in a dynamic environment, and setting the foundation for your future career. If you are a highly motivated, professional, and analytical individual comfortable with presenting and eager to make a difference, especially in front of our esteemed Board Members, we would love to hear from you.

Get ready to embark on an exciting journey with GTE! We look forward to your applications and the unique talents you can bring to our team.

Come join our GTE Financial team!

As part of the GTE Financial team, the Marketing Intern will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of projects spanning digital marketing, community engagement, and marketing process improvement. This role aims to offer a holistic view of our marketing efforts and the impact they have on our community and operations.

This internship is not just about gaining work experience; it's about making meaningful contributions, learning in a dynamic environment, and setting the foundation for your future career. If you are a highly motivated, professional, and analytical individual comfortable with presenting and eager to make a difference, especially in front of our esteemed Board Members, we would love to hear from you.

Get ready to embark on an exciting journey with GTE! We look forward to your applications and the unique talents you can bring to our team.

What does GTE look for in a GTE Marketing Intern?

One of the key objectives of the Marketing department internship is to provide a meaningful and educational work experience. The intern role is limited to the internship program terms only.

What You'll Learn:

GTE Financial's Marketing department oversees various brand and communication strategies, including digital and print collateral management.

• Corporate Asset Review & Stakeholder Collaboration: Work directly with stakeholders across the organization to assess the relevance of current marketing collateral, including brochures, flyers, and folders.

• Product & Service Marketing: Gain an in-depth understanding of credit union products and services while making strategic recommendations on the best ways to position benefits and features.

• Content Development & Editing: Hands-on experience in writing and editing corporate communications, ensuring clarity, effectiveness, and alignment with GTE's brand voice.

• Digital Transformation & Creative Collaboration: Partner with creative designers to develop virtual marketing assets that can be accessed via QR codes and online platforms.

• Content Management & Vendor Coordination: Work with an online content management system and third-party vendors, such as the print-on-demand system, to execute key updates.

• ROI Analysis & Cost-Saving Strategies: Conduct a return-on-investment (ROI) analysis to estimate potential cost savings and the impact of virtualizing collateral.

• Project Launch & Implementation: Develop a launch plan for integrating QR codes in retail centers, ensuring stakeholders are aware of new digital resources and phasing out outdated materials.

Program Highlights:

• Full-time hours, up to 40 per week, with the expectation that this internship will be your primary focus.

• Lead a high-impact project that contributes to cost savings and marketing efficiency.

• Gain cross-functional experience working with marketing, operations, and retail center teams.

• Present findings and recommendations to key stakeholders.

Experience:

• Strong interest in marketing, communications, or digital transformation.

• Excellent writing and editing skills, with attention to clarity and detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to analyze data and present ROI findings in a clear and actionable manner.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in a team setting.

Operational:

• Must demonstrate a functional knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act in addition to other Federal laws, including but not limited to the U.S. Patriot Act, Office of Foreign Assets & Control, Anti-Money Laundering, Right to Financial Privacy Act, and the Bank Bribery Act.

• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish).

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

• Enrolled in an accredited University

• Must submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts and provide three references

• Demonstration of extra-curricular and community service activities

Position Details:

• Location: Downtown Tampa - GTE Headquarters

• Department Hours: Monday- Friday (8:00 am to 5:00 pm)

Full-time hours required, with additional hours as necessary to accomplish objectives, goals, and projects.

The position, however, is defined as hybrid in nature, (in-office, or remote) and may be changed at any time by management with appropriate notice, if possible.

Required for Remote/Hybrid Work:

• A quiet workplace so you can focus on delivering excellent service to our members.

• Some positions will require performance standards to be met to qualify for alternative work arrangements.

• Required to have power and high-speed internet over 100MB (minimum).

• Video capability (connection of 1.5 Mbps up and down recommended).

• Candidates must provide and meet all technical requirements prior to the first day of training.

• Hybrid candidates must live within driving distance of the office location and be able to regularly commute to and from the office location as needed.

Come and join our award-winning team!

GTE Financial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Note: The above statements describe the general nature and level of the work being performed and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of an employee in this job. GTE Reserves the right to revise or change job duties at any time as directed by management. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.