Account Executive Internship - Summer 2027

Fifth Color • Sheboygan Falls, WI

30d • Onsite

About The Position

FifthColor's Account Executive Internship Program offers students hands-on experience in managing client relationships, supporting account operations, and contributing to strategic initiatives. As a full-service, independent, omnichannel agency, FifthColor is dedicated to developing early career talent and building a pipeline for future full-time roles. Interns will contribute to initiatives that deliver distinguished service to clients, working alongside experienced account managers and strategists to understand how client relationships, strategy, and cross-functional collaboration build memorable brands. Through meaningful project work, mentorship, and hands-on collaboration, interns will develop practical skills and help shape the client experience.

Requirements

• Junior or Senior working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Communications or related field, for the duration of the internship.
• Quick, resourceful, flexible and a strong team player with solid analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Heightened attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and intellectually curious.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Support the account team on day-to-day client business, including status tracking, follow-ups, and issue resolution.
• Attend Client and internal meetings; capture notes, draft recaps, and track action items to completion.
• Conduct competitive, category, and audience research to inform creative briefs and strategic recommendations.
• Maintain internal account management platforms, project files, and brand asset libraries.
• Support automation and analytics initiatives that improve account team efficiency and reporting.
• Contribute to new business efforts, including pitch materials, RFP responses, and case studies.
• Collaborate with the account team on strategic planning and campaign execution.
• Deliver a program-long strategic project of direct value to the Account Strategy team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern