Job Title:
Product Development Intern
Job Type:
Full Time - 40 hours per week
Timeframe:
Summer 2023, June - August (3 months)
Typical/Expected % Of Overnight Travel:
0%


About You:
Under relatively close supervision, interns perform a variety of structured and unstructured tasks and assignments that provide both practical experience and broad exposure to the typical tasks and activities performed by entry-level professionals in their occupation/discipline.

YOU HAVE:
Technical skills. Exceptional MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) skills. Strong technical aptitude and the ability to quickly learn new technical tools and applications.
Attention to detail. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and the ability to prioritize for greatest impact.
Great communication skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work well both individually and in a team. Strong interpersonal skills.
Experience. Preferred work experience in an office setting.
Education. Recent college graduate or enrolled in accredited 4-year undergraduate program majoring in Product Management, Retail, Marketing, or similar program with 3 years completed. Minimum 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale. Preference in majors within business, product development, or merchandising.

YOU WILL:
Help. Support the Product Development team by working on a variety of tasks and projects relating to scholastic and college product development and maintenance.
Assist. Aid in projects, including apparel color, announcement Rep sample, jewelry product portfolio transition. Assist in product line rationalization.
Research. Review, research, and compile consumer and industry trends. Develop market research testing surveys and analyze results.

Love Where you Work:
We care about your personal development. We offer tailored internships focused on your growth and personal path.
We believe in flexibility. We provide hybrid work options that work with your schedule.
We want you to unplug when needed. We believe in taking your time off without guilt, including company paid holidays.

About Us:
Celebrating 125 years of business, Jostens has been a part of local communities, working with K-12 schools, colleges and universities, teams, and affiliation groups. Representatives from Jostens touch thousands of schools and groups every day, working to make a difference with products and services that recognize accomplishments and help people tell their stories. These products, along with resources for educators, yearbook curriculum and services to help motivate and inspire like Jostens Renaissance® and Commitment to Graduate (C2G) are all designed to contribute to a positive and rewarding school experience. As a household name and leading brand in our market, we are passionate about being the most trusted partner in celebrating moments that matter. We are a mid-size company with a small company feel, allowing us to move fast and explore innovative ideas.

All About Product:

Our Product team drives the ideation and development of a product offering that supports our consumers; educators, parents and students alike, in celebrating their achievement with pride. The team is comprised of several product categories including jewelry, stationery, graduation regalia, apparel, and celebratory accessories. This highly collaborative group works directly with Marketing, Sales, Digital & Operations in business decision-making and strategy decisions to support product introductions. Team members are expected to be immersed in consumer data, direct and indirect competitive landscape, and relevant product trends. We proudly manufacture the large majority of our products in the USA by Jostens owned and operated factories. The product team is the driver of the development process and decision making, whilst working side by side with our sourcing team to make the best purchasing and development decisions for the overall business. The success of our team is directly related to a culture of cross-team collaboration. Jostens allows for a hybrid work setting that focuses on creating professional and personal development. We can’t wait to show you what our Product Team has to offer at Jostens!


Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
Jostens is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please reach out to our HR team at recruiter@jostens.com or (952) 830-3399.

Jostens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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https://www.jostens.com/about/california-employee-privacy-policy