2026 Summer Intern: Marketing - MBA - 384071

PepsiCo

Chicago, IL

Internship

Intern

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18 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

PepsiCo's marketing internship offers a summer experience where interns tackle business challenges alongside experienced marketers at one of three U.S. headquarters locations: Chicago, IL; Purchase, NY; or Plano, TX. The program provides autonomy, mentorship, professional development, and the opportunity to learn about brands, campaigns, and marketing strategies within a global company committed to innovation and inclusivity. Interns can develop their skills, build networks, and potentially earn full-time positions after graduation.

Key Responsibilities

Create high impact marketing recommendations that support PepsiCo's short and long-term strategic business objectives.
Develop overall brand strategies, including commercialization ideas for in-store and online channels to meet business goals.
Leverage consumer insights to inform product, packaging, and communication development.
Build new product innovation concepts and develop launch strategies.
Design impactful consumer promotions, events, and marketing programs.
Design social and digital campaigns using insights and measurement tactics.
Partner with agencies to create brand positioning and communication strategies.
Use data to analyze category and competitive dynamics to guide future business opportunities.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree.
3+ years of related work experience.
Highly motivated self-starter with strong analytical skills.
Excellent communication and influence skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Proven leadership in people or projects, academic or professional.
Ability to work in unstructured environments and make quick tradeoff decisions.
Experience working in results-oriented, challenging environments.
Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team-building skills.
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
Prior knowledge or experience with a consumer packaged goods corporation is preferred.
Experience in marketing is preferred.
Graduate with MBA degree within one year of internship completion (Dec 2026 or May 2027).
2-5 years of work experience.
Ability to be located in Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; or Purchase, NY.
Must have indefinite right to work in the United States.

Nice to Have

Prior knowledge and/or experience with a consumer packaged goods corporation.
Experience in marketing.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive hourly pay ranging from $55.50 to $56.00.
Full-time position conversion opportunities.
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Insurance options, and Retirement Plan.
Mentorship, networking events, and exposure to executive leadership.
Insight into various marketing career paths at PepsiCo.

Working at PepsiCo

PepsiCo fosters a culture of curiosity, innovation, inclusivity, and support. The company encourages employees to dare to be themselves, influence others, and make a global impact. Interns are integrated into a collaborative environment that values professional growth, mentorship, and building lasting relationships.

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