Writing Intern

We’re looking for three ambitious college students who want to learn what it's like to work at a marketing agency. As a Paulsen intern, you’ll get to work with a team of smart marketers and gain valuable, real-world experience. This is a full-time paid internship opportunity, so get ready to be challenged and inspired.

Our internship team for 2023 will have three members:

One account service intern
Two interns selected from these areas of interest:

  • Design
  • Writing
  • Public relations
  • Social and paid media
  • Website development

Highlights:

  • Receive mentorship from experienced marketing professionals
  • Create real campaigns for actual clients
  • Expand your network with professionals outside the agency
  • Attend internal and client meetings
  • Build your portfolio

As part of your onboarding process you can expect:

  • A CliftonStrengths assessment and coaching sessions—learn to understand and work from your strengths
  • Meet one-on-one with each team member at Paulsen
  • Benefit from your very own Paulsen Guide—an informal mentor to show you the ropes and help you navigate agency life during your internship

Be a Paulsen-ite!

  • Join our events committee and shape our culture
  • Sharpen your shuffleboard skills
  • Summer picnic for family and friends
  • Monthly socials

Job details:

  • 12-week internship from May through August
  • $15.00 per hour, 40 hours per week

Writing

Our writing internship is all about creating great content for our clients. You must be ready to concept and deliver well-researched, accurate and engaging content across all digital and traditional media tactics.

Responsibilities

  • Create compelling headlines and body copy
  • Brainstorm and collaborate with team members for new ideas and strategies
  • Research markets and industries to create original, compelling content
  • Interview sources and gather third-party data
  • Collaborate with account service, creative and media teams
  • Write about a wide variety of topics for multiple platforms (website, blogs, articles, social updates, banners, case studies, guides, white papers, etc.)

Requirements

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Creative and innovative thinker
  • Assist team members when needed to accomplish team goals
  • Able to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently
  • Ability to work independently or as an active member of a team
  • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Google Docs and Slides
  • Marketing, advertising, English or journalism major
Come Work for Us