Shopper Marketing Internship Job at KLN Family Brands in Perham

Shopper Marketing Internship

KLN Family Brands/Tuffy's Pet Foods/Tuffy’s Treat Company

College Juniors and Seniors…We’re looking for you!

Our Story

KLN Family Brands is a 3rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in Perham, MN, in the heart of MN lakes country. Together, our companies manufacture a diverse and expanding range of high-quality human and pet food products.

At KLN Family Brands, our vision is that “We are a proud people-first company. We are successful because of trust-based relationships, and first-rate products for our families and friends. We better the world by caring for others. We challenge. We grow. We inspire.”

Some companies have to “fudge the story” a little. Some need the extra “spin” to shine a positive light on themselves. That’s not who we are at KLN Family Brands, and that’s not what we do. We tell the story of our brand – our people, the quality & safety of our products, our tradition & trust, our bold innovation, and the way we treat our community & beyond. We do it in a genuine way because we genuinely believe we’re a pretty amazing company.

We’re looking for a Shopper Marketing Intern for the summer of 2025 that is serious about a career in manufacturing. If you are willing to learn from the best, and have a desire to participate in the growth of some of the fastest growing brands in the pet food industry, you’ve stumbled upon the right job.

The Opportunity

As a Shopper Marketing Intern, you’ll work closely with our Shopper Marketing Coordinator and other members of the marketing and sales team.

Daily Duties and Responsibilities:

• Market Analysis
  1. Perform comprehensive market research to stay on the latest trends and industry insights
  2. Analyze competitor marketing strategies and digital content to identify opportunities and gain a competitive edge
• Administrative Support
  1. Provide essential support in daily administrative tasks to ensure the efficient operation of the marketing department
• Project Leadership & Tracking
  1. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to help plan, execute, and analyze various shopper and activation projects and initiatives
• In-Store Activation
  1. Assist with the implementation of in-store activation projects, including organizing materials for point-of-purchase (POP) displays and maintaining strong relationships with shopper and activation vendors

Unique Projects:

• In-store activations
• Branding strategy for new product launches
• Final presentation to sales and marketing team on a unique, innovative treat, kibble, etc. idea
• Brand strategy
• Attend brand photoshoots
• Point of sale creative ideas
• Point of sale management

You Will Learn Things Like:

• Innovation and creativity
• Goal setting and KPI measurement
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Oral and written communication
• Teamwork and leadership

What You’ll Need to be Successful at KLN Family Brands/Tuffy's Pet Foods/Tuffy’s Treat Company:

• At least a Junior in college pursuing a degree in Marketing, Sales, or a related field
• The ability to dedicate 10-12 weeks to the internship program for the summer of 2025
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• The ability to work in a team atmosphere and be a great co-worker
• The ability to work remotely and meet once a week in Minneapolis/St. Paul with the Shopper Marketing Coordinator

Interns who demonstrate exceptional performance and a passion for our business may have the opportunity for full-time employment upon graduation.

Pay for this position will be a percentage of industry standards based on typical full-time starting salaries, and will depend on your year in school and your timeline to graduation.