Title: Marketing Intern

LOCATION: Arlington, Texas

BACKGROUND

Looking for hands-on experience in your field of study as you enter your senior year? Join a company that creates fun, innovative products for consumers and is growing fast!

Petmate is seeking a Summer Intern to join our Marketing Team in Arlington, TX. This opportunity offers:

Real-world experience in a collaborative, creative environment
The chance to make an impact on a growing business
A casual, pet-friendly workplace that values innovation and teamwork

The internship program will be a paid, 10-week program beginning June 2026. Our interns can expect to work 40 hrs./wk. during the 10-week period and must provide their own housing and transportation.

Ready to learn, contribute, and grow? Apply today and help us create products that bring joy to pets and their families!

COMPANY PROFILE

Petmate/Doskocil Mfg., Inc was founded in 1960 as an innovative manufacturer and supplier of crates and kennels used by the airline industry to transport pets. Over the years, the Company added individual consumers to its market strategy and expanded its product offerings, both domestically and internationally. Today, doing business as Petmate, the Company manufactures and distributes a wide range of pet products under the Petmate brand and on a Private Label basis, including:

Kennels & Carriers
Shelters & Dog Houses
Bedding
Feeding & Watering
Litter Maintenance
Collars & Leashes
Toys & Accessories
Treats & Chews

SCOPE

Our summer program offers students hands-on experience and a comprehensive understanding of diverse career paths within the manufacturing and distribution industry. Marketing Interns in this program will gain exposure to the following areas:

Social Media Management–Managing social media platforms and scheduling content.
Consumer Engagement–Engaging with consumers and building online communities.
Data Analysis & Reporting–Analyzing social media performance and reporting insights.
Campaign & Program Development–Supporting brand campaigns and ambassador programs.
Event Support & Strategy–Assisting with event planning and recap activities.
Content Creation–Creating and curating content for social media.
Strategic Planning–Developing social media strategies and posting schedules.
Sales Communication–Developing brand overviews for sales teams to use in the field.

EDUCATION

The ideal candidate is a rising senior or recent graduate as of May 2026, actively pursuing or holding a bachelor’s degree in, marketing, communications, or public relations, at an accredited institution.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Social Media Platforms–Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, (backend tech preferred)
Social Media Content Creation–Photo, video, captions
Basic Analytics & Reporting–Identify and analyze trends
Copywriting & Editing– Drive customer engagement
Marketing Strategies -Marketing experience with student organizations and campus clubs.
Time Management & Organization
Basic Graphic Design–Canva or similar
Strong Communication Skills– Written and verbal
Creativity & Innovation
Attention to Detail
Adaptability in a Fast-Paced Environment
Collaboration & Teamwork
Problem-Solving
Customer Service Orientation

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