What are the responsibilities and job description for the Digital Marketing Intern position at Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC)?
Looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience that builds your professional skills? The SMSC and Mystic Lake 10-week summer internship program offers real-world projects, mentorship, and opportunities to develop lasting connections. Our internships are more than just an internship—they’re a pathway to building futures together, inspiring possibilities, and fostering growth. With weekly pay and impactful experiences, you’ll be equipped to take the next step toward your career.
Internship Application Process:
Each week brings something new: from touring Hocokata Ti, our cultural center, to color runs, networking events, and team activities, there’s always something to look forward to. Beyond the experiences, you’ll work on meaningful projects that have an impact on the business while learning what it takes to thrive in the dynamic gaming and entertainment industry. With fun as one of our core values, you’ll enjoy connecting with fellow interns while exploring our culture and philanthropic efforts—making this summer an exciting and rewarding journey.
This is more than an internship—it’s a pathway to your career.
You’ll be a perfect fit if: You are excited to put your technical and creative skills to work by building digital experiences for guests. You enjoy working with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to bring projects to life. You are detail-oriented when it comes to formatting, coding, and making sure everything looks just right. You’re curious and eager to learn new tools, whether it’s uploading images and content, building out engaging emails for guests, or documenting processes so the team can work smarter. You don’t mind doing a little research, like exploring different CMS vendors to help improve our digital platforms. Most of all, you’re looking forward to gaining valuable hands-on experience while growing your skills in a supportive team environment!
Who We Are: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel® and Little Six Casino® are owned and operated by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC). SMSC has a diverse collection of enterprises on its lands in Prior Lake and Shakopee, Minnesota. From Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Little Six Casino, and Mystic Lake Center® to LaunchPad Golf and fitness centers, our enterprises help drive the local economy.
SMSC has donated more than $400 million to organizations and causes and has contributed millions more to regional governments and infrastructure such as roads, water and sewer systems, and emergency services. The SMSC is the largest philanthropic benefactor for Indian Country nationally and one of the largest charitable givers in Minnesota.
We are committed to building futures together—by inspiring possibilities, fostering meaningful connections, and creating memorable experiences. Here, every voice matters, innovation is encouraged, and opportunities to grow are endless. Join us, and be part of a community that invests in you while shaping a stronger tomorrow.
Internship Application Process:
- Applications held open till December 31, 2025.
- Phone Interviews start January 5, 2026.
- Final Selections to Follow
Each week brings something new: from touring Hocokata Ti, our cultural center, to color runs, networking events, and team activities, there’s always something to look forward to. Beyond the experiences, you’ll work on meaningful projects that have an impact on the business while learning what it takes to thrive in the dynamic gaming and entertainment industry. With fun as one of our core values, you’ll enjoy connecting with fellow interns while exploring our culture and philanthropic efforts—making this summer an exciting and rewarding journey.
This is more than an internship—it’s a pathway to your career.
You’ll be a perfect fit if: You are excited to put your technical and creative skills to work by building digital experiences for guests. You enjoy working with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to bring projects to life. You are detail-oriented when it comes to formatting, coding, and making sure everything looks just right. You’re curious and eager to learn new tools, whether it’s uploading images and content, building out engaging emails for guests, or documenting processes so the team can work smarter. You don’t mind doing a little research, like exploring different CMS vendors to help improve our digital platforms. Most of all, you’re looking forward to gaining valuable hands-on experience while growing your skills in a supportive team environment!
Who We Are: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel® and Little Six Casino® are owned and operated by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC). SMSC has a diverse collection of enterprises on its lands in Prior Lake and Shakopee, Minnesota. From Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Little Six Casino, and Mystic Lake Center® to LaunchPad Golf and fitness centers, our enterprises help drive the local economy.
SMSC has donated more than $400 million to organizations and causes and has contributed millions more to regional governments and infrastructure such as roads, water and sewer systems, and emergency services. The SMSC is the largest philanthropic benefactor for Indian Country nationally and one of the largest charitable givers in Minnesota.
We are committed to building futures together—by inspiring possibilities, fostering meaningful connections, and creating memorable experiences. Here, every voice matters, innovation is encouraged, and opportunities to grow are endless. Join us, and be part of a community that invests in you while shaping a stronger tomorrow.