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Summer 2027 Internship - Upstream Marketing & Marketing Communication - California
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What they do
A Marketing Communications Specialist describes and promotes an organization and its products including graphics, product collateral, logos, or other promotional products. Analyzes customer requirements, develops messaging architecture and competitive positioning, specifies vehicles/projects, secures resources, communicates project development and drives creative development processes. Works with outside vendors/agencies for design and execution of advertising campaigns, trade show exhibitions, mail campaigns, and seminars.
$89,770 / year median in California
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Upstream Marketing :
Support product development activities and strategic marketing initiatives that shape the future of Stryker's portfolio. Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, and customer insights teams to align decisions with customer needs while applying the Big Picture Marketing framework.Marketing Communications :
Partner with internal teams and external vendors to create customer-facing marketing materials. Contribute to the execution of Stryker's communication strategy, including digital, advertising, and sales communications. Assist with product launches, trade shows, and sales meetings to ensure brand consistency and effective engagement with customers and internal stakeholders.Majors Targeted:
Marketing, Business, Business Administration/Management, Communications $20 min hourly wage - $35 max hourly wage, sign-on bonus, 11 paid holidays annually, and either paid corporate housing or a living stipend, dependent upon hiring location What You Need Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field; must remain enrolled in a degree-seeking program after the internship. Cumulative 3.0 GPA or above (preferred) Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and not require employment-based sponsorship now or in the future. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to collaborate and build relationships Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and eagerness to learn in a dynamic environment. Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Bonuses/Stipends