Marketing Internship: Summer 2026
About The Position
Willis Johnson & Associates is seeking creative and motivated college Juniors and Seniors to join our Marketing and Business Development team for a Summer Internship in our Houston office. This internship provides hands-on experience in digital marketing, content creation, and brand storytelling within a growing wealth management firm. Interns will work alongside experienced team members on meaningful projects that support the firm’s marketing strategy, business development efforts, and client communication initiatives. This is not a traditional coffee and errands internship. Interns will contribute directly to real marketing initiatives, gain exposure to the financial services industry, and develop practical skills in marketing strategy, content production, and digital marketing execution. Throughout the summer, interns will have opportunities to collaborate with team members across the firm, receive mentorship, and participate in company events and team building activities.
Requirements
- Currently a Junior or Senior pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Strong research, organizational, and communication skills
- Experience with design tools such as Canva, PowerPoint, or other graphic tools
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Canva design and video editing skills
- Experience creating short form video content for YouTube, LinkedIn, or other social platforms
- Basic familiarity with personal finance or financial planning concepts
- Experience producing content for a professional audience
- A portfolio of individual design or content creation work including writing samples, graphic design, web content, or video
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and scheduling social media content calendars
- Design and create digital content for social media and marketing campaigns
- Conduct competitor research and analyze digital marketing trends including SEO, email marketing, webinars, and digital advertising
- Support business development initiatives through email campaigns, outreach, and marketing materials
- Assist with creating marketing collateral including infographics, presentations, social media graphics, and short form video content
- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and improve content across multiple channels
Benefits
- Paid internship
- Undergraduates: $21 per hour
- Graduates, Post Grad, MBA: $23 per hour
- Collaborative and supportive teammates
- Mentorship and learning opportunities
- Exposure to a growing wealth management firm
- Meaningful work that contributes to real business initiatives
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Career Level
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