Current Interns Only - Marketing Associate, Summer 2026

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

About us:

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.

A role with Target Brand & Category Marketing is an opportunity to create clear and compelling strategies and tactics that engage guests at every touchpoint. You will apply your detailed understanding of guest attitudes and behaviors to build out the industry-leading plans that achieve Target’s business objectives. Here, your work will drive brand equity and loyalty to increase Target’s share of shopping trips. You connect all key partners, including Guest Insights, Media Strategy, Finance, Operations and creative agencies. Your deep and broad Marketing expertise will support your assigned categories and campaigns to maximize relevance and competitive advantage. Your commitment to partnership and collaboration will rally internal and external partners across functions—from merchants to vendors to industry influencers. Here, you will be challenged to deliver the compelling, seamless and innovative work that inspires guests to choose Target.

As a Marketing Associate, you’ll be a driving force in our Brand and Category Marketing team by supporting the project management of a multi-channel campaign. Your core responsibility is driving the planning and strategic implementation of projects and processes. You will partner and consult with various marketing and business functions on project coordination, establishing and communicating detailed timing and deliverables, managing product milestones and logistics, and helping to set clear expectations with partners. You’ll build connections across the organization and within projects, mitigate risks and roadblocks, and communicate roles and responsibilities throughout the project workflow. You are responsible for the financial budget responsibilities of the campaign, including daily, monthly, quarterly and annual budget management in SAP and leading communication with Marketing Finance and your leadership. We’ll support you along the way with robust onboarding, as well as personal and career development, to help you grow as a strong Marketing Associate.

Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.

About you:
• Four-year degree in Business, Marketing, or related area, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of project management or marketing experience
• Ability to manage and execute projects in many different stages and work within ambiguous situations
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines at one time
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, initiative and accountability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build strong relationships and instill confidence with a range of partners

Benefits Eligibility

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