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2026 Summer Intern: Category Marketing Intern

ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients)
Chicago, IL Intern
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

About The Experience

ofi’s internship program is a great way to gain relevant experience to jump-start your career. You will work closely with exceptional talent, building on our purpose to “Be the Change for Good Food and a Healthy Future” and contributing to critical work for the business. As a Summer 2026 Intern, you will have opportunities to learn and contribute to what’s on trend in food & beverage while building a robust network, demonstrating leadership skills, and having fun.

About The Role

Reporting to the Senior Marketing Manager Food & Beverage Solutions, the Category Marketing Intern will support the Food & Beverage Solutions team by contributing to customer engagements, developing category insights, and articulating product value propositions through clear and effective sales materials. Projects may include quantitative data analysis, market research, and the creation of sales collateral and presentations. A passion for the food & beverage industry is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with Innovation and Sales teams to support projects and customer initiatives.
  • Demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills across functions.

Marketing Insights & Analysis

  • Analyze quantitative data and review trend reports to uncover insights within key product categories.
  • Recommend strategies for how Food & Beverage Solutions can address customer needs and emerging market opportunities.

Sales Collateral Development

  • Create customer-facing materials including sell sheets, trend decks, infographics, and other marketing assets that highlight product capabilities and value propositions.

What You’ll Bring

  • Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university, working toward a bachelor’s degree in business (or related) or marketing
  • Intermediate proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint required. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Copilot or Canva is a plus
  • Willingness and ability to learn new marketing research software and tools.
  • Strong initiative, a positive “can-do” attitude, and resourcefulness in problem solving.

What You’ll Gain

At ofi, we don’t just offer internships, we provide an engaging summer intern experience built on impact, inclusion, and innovation. Come grow with us!

  • Hands-on Experience – contribute to high impact projects at a global organization
  • Professional development – continuous learning & development opportunities, mentorship, and exposure to leadership and cross functional teams.
  • Inclusive Culture – join a diverse global team that values curiosity, collaboration, innovation, and sustainability – bring your authentic self to work every day.

The pay for this role in the state of IL is $22-$23/hour and is based on position responsibilities and geographic location.

Interns whose permanent addresses more than 35 miles from the work location are eligible for a stipend to offset relocation and housing costs.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected]

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Salary : $22 - $23

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