JOB SUMMARY:

The Marketing Intern we’re looking for is eager to learn, ambitious, and willing to jump into just about anything while learning the financial services industry, how we market it, and enjoying conversations about food, true crime, and pets. You’ll assist the Marketing team on a wide array of marketing projects for Michigan First Credit Union, as well as the entire portfolio of Michigan First brands.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the team with administrative tasks, such as processing invoices and maintaining an understanding of the marketing budget
• Support day-to-day marketing activities in creative and hands-on ways, while also working alongside marketing professionals to learn and grow your skills
• Research and draft new blogs
• Assist with copywriting for the newsletter, emails, website, and other marketing collateral
• Pricing, research, and ordering of collateral or promotional items
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent interpersonal, listening, and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently as part of the Michigan First team, as well as independently.
• Experience with website management, Adobe Creative Suite Programs, Google Analytics, and various social platforms.
• Background in photography, video production, graphic design, public relations, and social media is preferred but not required.
• Candidates who are working toward or recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations or a related field and are willing to work 32-40 hours per week are encouraged to apply.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Candidates who are working toward or recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations or a related field and are willing to work 32-40 hours per week are encouraged to apply.

Michigan First Credit Union was founded more than 90 years ago by educators and now delivers world-class service to more than 165,000+ members at our branches throughout Michigan, and we’re growing! We offer financial solutions for every life stage and seek to positively transform our members’ lives through personalized service that meets their unique needs.

Simply put, Michigan First Credit Union’s sole mission is to provide the highest quality member experience. Working here, you’ll get to participate in a strong culture centered around service, professionalism, and growth.

Michigan First highlights:

• 500 team members
• 30 locations spanning the Lansing area, Grand Rapids and Metro Detroit.
• Industry leader in community support and charitable giving through the Michigan First Foundation
• Member Services Call Center operates 24/7/365
• Over $1.5 Billion in assets

Awards Michigan First Credit Union has been the proud recipient of:

• 2023 Best & Brightest in the Nation
• 2023 Best & Brightest in Metro Detroit
• 2023 Best & Brightest in West Michigan
• 2023 Best Credit Unions to Work For
• 2023 Best Places to Work in Southeast Michigan
• 2023 Channel 4 - Vote for the Best - Mortgage Lenders (1st Place)
• 2023 Channel 4 - Vote for the Best - Credit Unions (3rd Place)
• 2023 Detroit Free Press Top Workplaces
• 2023 Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency - Certified Veteran Friendly Employer - Bronze Level
• 2021 Credit Union of the Year by NAFCU (National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions)

Benefits and perks of joining our award-winning team include:

• Very competitive pay
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefit options. Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) - 100% match up to 5% deferral
• Tuition reimbursement for both Undergraduate and Graduate degree program
• Access to a complimentary concierge service that assists with nearly any item on your to-do list
• Free, state-of-the-art fitness center at our Lathrup Village headquarters with exercise equipment, showers and locker rooms
• Wellness initiatives and events throughout the year to help team members stay healthy
• Loan discounts for certain secured and unsecured loans and mortgages
• Opportunities for pay increases, incentives and profit-sharing, based on performance
• Onsite subsidized top notch Cafe 26 for team members' use
• Onsite bowling center

Michigan First Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer.