Marketing Intern

About the Company

For the past 162 years, Swisher has been an industry leader known for its iconic products and commitment to high quality standards. With a rich history, Swisher serves adult consumers through a diverse range of businesses, including Swisher Sweets Cigar Company, Helme Tobacco Co., Hempire, Rogue Holdings, and Drew Estate: The Rebirth of Cigars. We have a passion for people and helping them build rewarding careers. If you’re ready to create excitement and drive what’s next in the industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Internship Details:

• On or about May 11, 2026 – July 30, 2026 (12 weeks)
• 35 hours a week / $22 per hour
• Hybrid work environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and implementing brand strategies and plans that drive brand growth and market share gains.


• Conduct consumer research and analyze market trends to identify growth opportunities and inform brand decisions.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g. finance, sales, supply chain) to help bring a program, line extension or innovation to market, including briefing, managing the timeline and decision-making facilitation.


• Contribute to the creation and execution of marketing elements (e.g. digital, social and traditional advertising), package design and retail point of sale.


• Collaborate with Business Analytics to monitor and report on key brand performance metrics such as sales, market share and distribution and conduct analysis on market trends and competitor performance.


• Gain exposure to brand P&L management and financial performance evaluation.


• Assist in the preparation of brand updates and presentations for internal stakeholders, communicating insights, progress, key learnings and recommendations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.


• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in business administration.


• One to three years of work experience in a professional environment.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an enthusiasm for consumer behavior and market trends.


• Knowledge of and ability to apply basic marketing concepts (e.g. brand positioning, brand architecture, SWOT analysis, competitive assessment, consumer segmentation) used in the development of marketing plans.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present and influence effectively.


• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills.


• Enthusiastic, goal-driven attitude with the ability to follow up and follow through proactively.


• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.


• Demonstrated critical-thinking, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.


• Proficiency with MS Office software (Excel, PowerPoint & Word).


• Submit resume, letter of recommendation, and personal statement (no more than 200 words) no later than Friday, March 2 at 5 pm EST