1871 Member Company
1871 - Marketing Project Management Intern
1871 Member Company, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
The story of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 isn't really about the fire. It's about what happened next—a remarkable moment when the most brilliant engineers, architects, and inventors came together to build a new city. Their innovations—born of passion and practical ingenuity—shaped not just Chicago but also the modern world. What started 140 years ago continues to this day.
1871 exists to inspire, equip, and support extraordinary tech businesses. We deliver unfair advantages at scale. The team supports members made up of Chicago's brightest digital designers, engineers, and leaders shaping new technologies, disrupting old business models, and resetting the boundaries of what's possible.
Come to a place where you can share ideas, make mistakes, partner with others, work hard, grow professionally and change the world with a bit of luck. If that sounds like you, join us!
Time Commitment
This internship is from June 5 to August 7, 2025, and is virtual with occasional on-site collaboration. Hours and time commitment may be flexible if agreed upon by the supervisor and the internship candidate prior to the start of the internship. Duties and Responsibilities 1871 seeks a professionally driven, creative, and highly motivated intern to support our Marketing Team. Support project planning and timeline development Manage tasks and track progress using project management software (Asana) Contribute to project management process improvement Develop campaign tracking dashboards Provide data-driven recommendations for campaign performance optimization Develop and implement marketing asset organization systems Identify and implement process improvements for team workflows Optimize team resource utilization Requirements Currently enrolled at an accredited university (recent grads will also be considered) with a focus in business, human resources, or a related field preferred. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency in Asana Ability to work independently and as part of a team Interest in the marketing field Knowledge of digital marketing and campaign management Strong interest in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented Benefits Letters of recommendation from our leadership team. College credit (upon school approval). Work with some of the best and brightest entrepreneurs and startups in the country. Develop in-demand skills and enhance your resume with hands-on experience.
This internship is from June 5 to August 7, 2025, and is virtual with occasional on-site collaboration. Hours and time commitment may be flexible if agreed upon by the supervisor and the internship candidate prior to the start of the internship. Duties and Responsibilities 1871 seeks a professionally driven, creative, and highly motivated intern to support our Marketing Team. Support project planning and timeline development Manage tasks and track progress using project management software (Asana) Contribute to project management process improvement Develop campaign tracking dashboards Provide data-driven recommendations for campaign performance optimization Develop and implement marketing asset organization systems Identify and implement process improvements for team workflows Optimize team resource utilization Requirements Currently enrolled at an accredited university (recent grads will also be considered) with a focus in business, human resources, or a related field preferred. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency in Asana Ability to work independently and as part of a team Interest in the marketing field Knowledge of digital marketing and campaign management Strong interest in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented Benefits Letters of recommendation from our leadership team. College credit (upon school approval). Work with some of the best and brightest entrepreneurs and startups in the country. Develop in-demand skills and enhance your resume with hands-on experience.