AAR CORP. Defense & Aerospace

Marketing Intern

Chicago, IL +1 In person Internship

Location: Wood Dale, IL

Join AAR’s Marketing team at our global headquarters in Wood Dale for an engaging 10-week summer internship. As a Marketing Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting AAR’s brand, events, and Corporate Marketing initiatives while working closely with cross-functional partners across the organization.

What you'll be responsible for

  • Spend 10 weeks gaining hands-on experience across key marketing functions, including product marketing, corporate materials (advertising), and events.
  • Assist with the development and execution of marketing campaigns, advertisements, content creation, and promotional initiatives across multiple channels.
  • Conduct market and competitive research to support business development, product positioning, and go-to-market strategies.
  • Assist in preparing marketing materials such as presentations and sales collateral.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Product, and Corporate Communications to ensure alignment and consistency of messaging.
  • Develop professional skills through mentorship, learning sessions, and exposure to marketing tools, platforms, and best practices.
  • Build a strong foundation for a future career in Marketing, Graphic Design, or related business disciplines at AAR or within the broader business community.

Performance Objectives

Learning & Development: Participate in structured learning sessions and mentorship opportunities with marketing leaders and subject matter experts across the organization.

Project Management: Take ownership of a meaningful marketing-related project, applying creativity and analytical thinking to develop insights, recommendations, and final deliverables presented to Marketing Leadership.

Business Acumen: Gain a strong understanding of how a global organization operates by learning how marketing supports growth, customer engagement, and brand strategy within the aerospace industry.

What you need to be successful in the role

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Graphic Design, or a related field preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
  • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite applications (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) is a plus.
  • Creative mindset with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while completing tasks as part of a team. Why
  • Should You Apply?
  • AAR will provide you with the tools, resources, and hands-on experience needed to build a strong foundation in marketing.
  • Modern office environment with an on-site cafeteria and fitness center supporting work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to collaborate with and learn from marketing professionals and business leaders across all levels of the organization.

Compensation

The anticipated salary range for this position is $21/hr. This range reflects the base pay for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location.

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