Clayton Homes

Content Marketing Intern

Maryville, TN Full time

Content Marketing Internship

Position Summary: Clayton offers a multitude of different opportunities through our Summer Internship Program. The Clayton Summer Internship Program challenges students to think critically and analytically within their field of study while allowing them direct, hands-on working experience. The Content Marketing Intern will aid in the brand perception of clayton by completing and presenting a brand audit, and other content optimization projects.

Internship Program Details:

  • Internships are paid, full-time, hourly positions.
  • Internship dates are May 18th – August 7th 2026
  • Internships include several professional development workshops and opportunities for networking with other interns across Clayton's various lines of business.
  • Interns will facilitate a presentation of their Summer project to Clayton Senior Leadership at the completion of their internship.

What you will do:

  • Writing and editing short-form copy assignments
  • Participating in brainstorms and other relevant meetings for content optimization projects
  • Completing and presenting a brand audit

What skills you will learn or develop:

  • Experience writing for and collaborating with a digital content team
  • Practical knowledge of SEO/AEO strategies
  • Auditing a brand’s messaging and marketing tatics
  • Comfort in presenting for a corporate audience

Qualifications:

  • Must be a rising senior, or recent graduate majoring in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or English.
  • Strong command of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
  • Ability to write clear, engaging, and concise copy
  • Understanding of tone, style, and voice consistency
  • Ability to research topics, industries, and competitors effectively
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
  • Willingness to learn from feedback and adapt writing style
  • Ability to collaborate with designers, marketers, and editors
  • Comfortable creating slide decks and reports to present to the team

Perks of Interning at Clayton:

  • Clayton’s internship program offers the opportunity for interns to complete real, value-add work projects while building both interpersonal and technical skillsets. Interns will gain insight into career paths within their chosen field of study, and many have the opportunity to continue employment with Clayton post-internship completion.
  • Clayton’s Home Office campus offers an onsite restaurant, onsite fitness facility with full gym, in-person and virtual workout classes, yoga / barre studio, volleyball and basketball courts, walking paths, and disc golf course.
  • Clayton is proud to have earned spots on the following Forbes lists: America’s Best Employers, America’s Best Employers by State, Best Employers for Diversity, Best Employers for Women.
  • At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.

Clayton is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Why Clayton?

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.

As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.

At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members. Clayton’s Home Office campus offers an onsite restaurant, onsite fitness facility with full gym, in-person and virtual workout classes, yoga / barre studio, volleyball and basketball courts, walking paths, and a disc golf course.

Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Compensation Grade Pay Range

$21.69 - $27.11

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