Marketing Intern

4/8/2026

The intern will assist the marketing team with campaign planning, event coordination, and digital content creation within a casino and racing environment. They will also support player services, guest engagement initiatives, and media department activities.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Prairie Meadows is the premier destination for gaming and entertainment in the Midwest. Our casino and hotel boast amenities unrivaled by our competitors: Award-winning dining, exclusive concerts, and heart-pounding racing action. With the highest payouts in the state, you are always a winner, and so is our community. Since we began, we have given back more than $2.3 billion through grants, taxes and charitable donations to Iowa’s communities. Prairie Meadows offers slot machines, table games, live and simulcast racing, sports wagering, hotel accommodations, entertainment, and more. Prairie Meadows employs more than 800 people in the areas of finance, community relations, facilities, food & beverage, hotel, information technology, marketing, racing, security, table games, and player development. For more information on career opportunities, visit prairiemeadows.com/careers. Prairie Meadows is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify participant. Prairie Meadows is Your Place To Play.

About the Role

Location: Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
Duration: 10–12 Weeks
Schedule: Must be flexible with business needs, including evenings/weekends/holidays
Pay: $16.50/hr

Position Overview:

Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino is seeking a creative and motivated Marketing Intern to join our structured internship program. This internship provides hands-on experience in casino and hospitality marketing, player services, promotions, and media operations, including exposure to TV and digital marketing initiatives.

The intern will work closely with the marketing team and gain real-world experience in campaign planning, promotions, player engagement, social media, and guest communication strategies within a fast-paced casino and racing environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in marketing, communications, advertising, media, or business to gain practical experience in the gaming and hospitality industry.

What You Will Do

Assist with marketing campaigns and promotions
Support player services and guest engagement initiatives
Help coordinate casino promotions and events
Assist with social media and digital marketing content
Support TV and media department activities
Observe advertising and branding strategies
Help track marketing performance and guest engagement
Assist with promotional materials and communications
Attend marketing and planning meetings
Participate in a structured internship and mentoring program
Complete a marketing-related business challenge project

What You Will Learn

Casino and hospitality marketing strategies
Player services and guest engagement techniques
Promotions and event coordination
Media and TV marketing operations
Social media and digital marketing fundamentals
Marketing analytics and campaign tracking
Brand communication and advertising strategies
Professional communication and teamwork

Qualifications

Pursuing/graduated with a degree in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, Business, or related field
Strong communication and creative thinking skills
Interest in marketing and promotions
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to learn and collaborate with teams
Professional attitude and work ethic
Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends & holidays

Key Skills

MarketingCommunicationsAdvertisingEvent CoordinationSocial MediaDigital MarketingGuest EngagementCampaign PlanningMedia OperationsMarketing AnalyticsBrand CommunicationTeamworkCreative ThinkingProfessional Communication