Marketing Intern

About the Role

FIRST is a leading global brand experience agency seeking a Marketing Intern for their New York, NY office. This is a hybrid role requiring on-site presence every Wednesday.

Internship Details

• Dates: January 18 – April 16, 2027 (12 weeks)
• Hours: 20–25 hours per week
• Availability: Minimum 4-hour blocks during standard business hours, Monday–Friday
• Onsite: Must be available to work from the FIRST New York office every Wednesday.
• Location: New York, NY (Hybrid) – Must reside within the Tri-State area (NY, NJ, or CT).

Key Responsibilities

• Support the global marketing plan by creating case studies, managing media assets, drafting award submissions, and producing content for social media and websites.
• Assist with research, compile reports, support events, and perform administrative tasks.
• Collaborate as a member of the Marketing team to promote FIRST’s credentials, work, values, and culture.
• Support the marketing team in day-to-day coordination of global marketing plan activities and campaigns.
• Create and manage case studies, video reels, and image library, including organization and upkeep.
• Develop first drafts of award submissions and coordinate approved final versions.
• Assist in the creation of content for social media, websites, and other marketing and media assets, including copywriting and proofreading.
• Perform research for insights and competitors.
• Support internal and external marketing and communication events.
• Assist with general marketing and administrative tasks and ad-hoc duties.
• Bring enthusiasm, inspiration, and fresh ideas, with flexibility and adaptability working with global teams.
• Act as an ambassador for the FIRST brand, leading by example and displaying the company’s core values: Ambition, Creativity, Excellence, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Understanding of different marketing techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Excellent project management skills, including multi-tasking, prioritization, attention to detail, and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• A self-starter who is able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and take direction well.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Energetic, positive, client-focused, and adaptable to various situations.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Calm, flexible, and resilient under pressure, with a creative problem-solving mindset.
• Demonstrates curiosity and a working comfort level with AI-powered tools (e.g., Gemini, ChatGPT, Canva AI, automation platforms).

Qualifications (Preferred, but not required)

• Prior events experience or working within a creative capacity.
• Hands-on experience with marketing computer software (e.g., CRM tools).
• Canva and Adobe Suite experience.

Compensation

• Bachelor's degree candidates (current students or graduates): $20/hour
• Master's degree candidates (current students or graduates): $25/hour