Marketing Intern - Summer 2027

Graham Construction, a 3G Company’s core purpose is to build relationships. Relationships both internally and externally help guide our clients from concept to completion. We operate with 5 core values in mind each day. We Live the Graham Mentality We Never Compromise Our Reputation We Do Whatever it Takes to Get the Job Done We Are Professional We Are ALL Committed to Safety. Hear more from our employees. JOB TITLE: Marketing Intern REPORTS TO: Business Development Assistant PURPOSE: This intern will support marketing and business development efforts across Graham Construction/3G Companies through market research, content creation, proposal development, and organization of marketing materials and client information. The intern will gain exposure to the construction industry, company projects, and marketing strategies. At the end of the internship, the intern will complete a project and presentation to communicate their findings and recommendations to the leadership team. JOB DUTIES: Attend weekly Sales/Marketing L10 meetings Update contacts in and generate reports from TrebleHook Inventory/gather project photos for proposals Create content for Graham/3G Companies social media platforms Make basic updates to marketing materials using InDesign Provide research on customers/companies Graham & 3G Companies are pursuing Attend meetings for RFP kickoffs and interview prep Support Graham Golf & Wine Dinner Committee in preparation for event Review and organize marketing project pages and materials Conduct research on vertical markets Follow Graham Core Processes Assist with development and execution of marketing initiatives across the company Assist with RFQ/RFP submissions including research and content writing. Research industry trends, competitors and clients to support marketing and business development efforts. Collaborate with regional teams to gather marketing content Organize client and prospect information and support business development data tracking Attend job site tours to gain an understanding of construction projects and the markets 3G Companies serves Create and present end of internship project to leadership team Complete intern education projects and assignments related to marketing, business development and the construction industry Help organize digital assets, update marketing spreadsheets, and coordinate logistics for events or webinars. Attend company-wide events, such as the safety meeting, quarterly retreats, State of the Company meeting, and the company golf tournament JOB REQUIREMENTS (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities): Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree (preferred) or associate degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business Development, Communications, or a related field. Bonus - Provide marketing portfolio of work to date Familiar with Adobe suite, especially InDesign, Canva, Excel, photography is a bonus Comfortable learning and working with CRM and database systems Great verbal and written communication skills Extremely detail-oriented Strong leadership skills Organizational skills and the ability to manage large amounts of information accurately Strong research and analytical skills Professional attitude and willingness to learn Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team LEGAL REQUIREMENTS: Valid driver’s license Ability to pass post-offer employment testing Ability to pass a post-offer drug test This is an onsite position. Must be able to work Monday–Friday from the Des Moines, IA office. About Graham Construction, a 3G Company: John Graham, a well-known developer, in the Midwest founded Graham Construction in 1981. John believed in building relationships, always doing the right thing, and looking at each project as a long-term promise; that needed to stand the test of time. More than 40 years later our company still holds these values. Graham Construction, a 3G Company, has grown into a premier Midwest General Contractor and Construction Manager. The commitment to quality and client satisfaction has led us to a long list of repetitive business, growth into three regions, and a leading employer. Note - This is a summer 2027 internship and will be from May - August 2027.