Intern - Paid Media

LSG • Washington, DC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

LSG is seeking a Paid Media intern to gain hands-on experience in the firm’s paid media practice, working across a diverse portfolio of clients and issues. The internship offers recent graduates and college students practical experience and opportunities to grow. Interns work in person at LSG’s downtown Washington, DC office for the spring term, January 5 through May 14, for up to 30 hours per week. The hourly rate is $23.00.

LSG is an impact agency specializing in brand building, corporate reputation management, and public affairs. It works with corporations, trade associations, and nonprofits to influence public opinion and help brands connect with the public conscience. Its practices include strategic insights, stakeholder engagement, public relations, and community marketing. Founded in 2008, LSG is headquartered in Washington, DC, with offices in Boston, Denver, Houston, Portland, Louisiana, and New York.

LSG is committed to attracting and hiring a diverse staff and provides equal employment opportunities. It prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Requirements

• Be a college junior or senior, recent graduate, or graduate student with an interest in political science, communications, marketing, public policy, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to anticipate, communicate about, and solve practical problems or issues effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Passion for government affairs, technology, and digital media.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of digital advertising platforms, including Meta, Google Ads, and Campaign Manager 360.
• Working knowledge of media planning.
• Prior agency experience in communications, public affairs, or marketing, and/or relevant political campaign or government experience.

Responsibilities

• Traffic digital advertising campaigns across self-serve platforms, including Meta, Google Ads, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Campaign Manager 360.
• Draft insertion order (IO) requests for managed-service platforms.
• Learn how to track vendor payments.
• Upload digital assets to self-serve advertising platforms and update and maintain them as needed.
• Pace active campaigns to ensure spending aligns with approved budgets.
• Perform research and other administrative duties as necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed