Marketing Brand Management MBA Intern, Summer 2026 at Land O'Lakes

Arden Hills, Minnesota, United States

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Agribusiness, Food Production, Dairy Foods, Animal NutritionIndustries

Requirements

Current first year MBA student with an expected graduation date of Spring or Summer 2027
Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and thrive in a highly collaborative team environment
Demonstrates leadership by taking initiative, influencing outcomes, and contributing positively to team dynamics
Exhibits a strong sense of ownership by driving tasks to completion, being accountable for results, and proactively identifying opportunities for improvement
Strong analytical skills and results-oriented
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to work in a hybrid environment with minimum 3 days per week (Tuesday – Thursday) at Arden Hills, MN

Responsibilities

Contribute to a real-world, business-critical project across Dairy Foods, Animal Nutrition, or Central Marketing teams, testing strategic thinking, data insights, problem-solving, and clear communication of recommendations
Participate in potential projects such as market opportunity assessments, consumer and customer insights, marketing mix strategies, pricing, distribution, promotions, trade strategies, competitive analysis, new product or packaging development, brand strategy, or social strategy activation
Build professional skillset through mentorship and gain knowledge about the Land O’Lakes enterprise
Expand professional marketing network and connect with Land O’Lakes executive leadership team
Deliver a final presentation of project recommendations to marketing and business leaders at the conclusion of the summer internship

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Brand ManagementMarketing StrategyData InsightsStrategic ThinkingProblem SolvingCommunication

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education is required for the Marketing Brand Management MBA Intern position?

Candidates must be a current first year MBA student with an expected graduation date of Spring or Summer 2027.

What key skills are needed for this internship?

The role requires being a motivated self-starter able to work independently, thriving in a highly collaborative team environment, demonstrating leadership by taking initiative, influencing outcomes, and contributing effectively.

Is this a full-time or part-time internship?

This is a full-time summer internship.

What opportunities does this internship offer for career growth?

The internship serves as a pipeline to the full-time Associate Marketing Manager rotational program, provides mentorship, knowledge of the enterprise, networking with executive leadership, and a final presentation to leaders.

What makes a strong candidate for this MBA internship?

Strong candidates are current first-year MBA students who are motivated self-starters, can work independently and collaboratively, and demonstrate leadership through initiative and influencing outcomes.