Digital Marketing Specialist Internships
Digital marketing specialist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working digital marketers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Medical Devices, Agriculture & Farming, and Technology & Software, with WebFX, Red Moon Marketing, and IEWC among the employers posting roles now.
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Reingold is a full-service marketing and creative firm in Alexandria, VA. For more than 40 years, we’ve been driven by a simple mission: to help organizations –– whether in the government, nonprofit, or business sector –– as they strive to make the world a better place. We hire top-notch talent to develop and launch compelling, inventive communications campaigns, leveraging the latest technology and digital media strategies that enable our clients to meet their audiences where they are.
That’s where you come in. Reingold seeks a Digital Marketing Intern with a passion for digital marketing to join our integrated digital marketing internship program. This is no ordinary internship. You will gain hands-on exposure to many elements of digital marketing, including online paid media, digital content strategy, SEO, and web analytics, working directly with experienced, passionate digital marketers and creative specialists on client projects.
A Reingold intern has high standards and a fearless mindset. Our interns are energetic and innovative, take initiative, and demonstrate professionalism in everything they do. This internship is your opportunity to discover what it really means to work for a full-service communications agency. You’ll learn the ins and outs of the department, work as a valued member of project teams, and tailor the experience to your interests and strengths — all while working on causes that really matter.
This internship is a great fit for recent college graduates, graduate school students, and anyone else serious about pursuing a career in digital marketing.
Internships at Reingold are full-time (40 hours) during the standard workweek and pay an hourly rate of $20. The internship class begins on Thursday, January 7, 2027, and runs through Friday, May 28, 2027. Core hours during the internship are 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eastern time. This internship requires five in-office days (Monday – Friday) at our office in Alexandria, Virginia.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Support media planning and research for client campaigns, including audience, keyword, and competitive research.
- Help set up, launch, and monitor online paid media campaigns on platforms such as Google Ads and Meta Ads.
- Pull campaign and website data from tools such as Google Analytics and ad platforms, and help prepare campaign performance reports.
- Help create digital content, such as social media posts, ad copy, and web content, that follows the content strategy and client brand standards.
- Support SEO work, including keyword research, on-page recommendations, and content audits.
- Work alongside both the paid media and content teams throughout the term, and collaborate with creative, account, and project management colleagues on client projects.
- Participate in team meetings, trainings, and feedback sessions to share updates, ask questions, and build knowledge of digital marketing tools, processes, and best practices.
A Reingold intern must:
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in marketing, communications, or a related field.
- Ability to communicate clearly and confidently, orally and in writing.
- Capacity to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Entrepreneurial spirit and a positive attitude.
- Eagerness to learn by doing and take initiative.
- Motivation to chart unfamiliar territory and a curious, creative nature.
- A collaborative, team-player attitude and the ability to receive and incorporate feedback.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Digital marketing coursework or previous experience using digital platforms (e.g., Google Ads, Google Analytics, Meta Ads).
- Certifications in Google Analytics, Google Ads, Meta Ads, or other digital marketing platforms.
Reingold is dedicated to providing equal opportunity for individuals of all abilities. If you require assistance or need accommodation at any stage of the application process because of a disability or medical condition, please feel free to email careers@reingold.com or contact a member of the People & Experience team at 202-333-0400.
Reingold has a policy of maintaining a workplace free of drugs and alcohol. For access to the full policy, which is part of the Reingold Employee Handbook, email careers@reingold.com. Reingold ensures a safe, healthy, and productive work environment for its employees and others. All applicants are advised that full compliance with this policy is a condition of employment at Reingold.
Applicants must have authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or to take over sponsorship of an employment visa. U.S. citizenship may be required for future project assignments that involve access to classified information. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance if required.
Reingold is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite applications from all interested individuals including veterans and persons with disabilities.
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Reingold is a full-service marketing and creative firm in Alexandria, VA. For more than 40 years, we’ve been driven by a simple mission: to help organizations –– whether in the government, nonprofit, or business sector –– as they strive to make the world a better place. We hire top-notch talent to develop and launch compelling, inventive communications campaigns, leveraging the latest technology and digital media strategies that enable our clients to meet their audiences where they are.
That’s where you come in. Reingold seeks a Digital Marketing Intern with a passion for digital marketing to join our integrated digital marketing internship program. This is no ordinary internship. You will gain hands-on exposure to many elements of digital marketing, including online paid media, digital content strategy, SEO, and web analytics, working directly with experienced, passionate digital marketers and creative specialists on client projects.
A Reingold intern has high standards and a fearless mindset. Our interns are energetic and innovative, take initiative, and demonstrate professionalism in everything they do. This internship is your opportunity to discover what it really means to work for a full-service communications agency. You’ll learn the ins and outs of the department, work as a valued member of project teams, and tailor the experience to your interests and strengths — all while working on causes that really matter.
This internship is a great fit for recent college graduates, graduate school students, and anyone else serious about pursuing a career in digital marketing.
Internships at Reingold are full-time (40 hours) during the standard workweek and pay an hourly rate of $20. The internship class begins on Thursday, January 7, 2027, and runs through Friday, May 28, 2027. Core hours during the internship are 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eastern time. This internship requires five in-office days (Monday – Friday) at our office in Alexandria, Virginia.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Support media planning and research for client campaigns, including audience, keyword, and competitive research.
- Help set up, launch, and monitor online paid media campaigns on platforms such as Google Ads and Meta Ads.
- Pull campaign and website data from tools such as Google Analytics and ad platforms, and help prepare campaign performance reports.
- Help create digital content, such as social media posts, ad copy, and web content, that follows the content strategy and client brand standards.
- Support SEO work, including keyword research, on-page recommendations, and content audits.
- Work alongside both the paid media and content teams throughout the term, and collaborate with creative, account, and project management colleagues on client projects.
- Participate in team meetings, trainings, and feedback sessions to share updates, ask questions, and build knowledge of digital marketing tools, processes, and best practices.
A Reingold intern must:
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in marketing, communications, or a related field.
- Ability to communicate clearly and confidently, orally and in writing.
- Capacity to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Entrepreneurial spirit and a positive attitude.
- Eagerness to learn by doing and take initiative.
- Motivation to chart unfamiliar territory and a curious, creative nature.
- A collaborative, team-player attitude and the ability to receive and incorporate feedback.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Digital marketing coursework or previous experience using digital platforms (e.g., Google Ads, Google Analytics, Meta Ads).
- Certifications in Google Analytics, Google Ads, Meta Ads, or other digital marketing platforms.
Reingold is dedicated to providing equal opportunity for individuals of all abilities. If you require assistance or need accommodation at any stage of the application process because of a disability or medical condition, please feel free to email careers@reingold.com or contact a member of the People & Experience team at 202-333-0400.
Reingold has a policy of maintaining a workplace free of drugs and alcohol. For access to the full policy, which is part of the Reingold Employee Handbook, email careers@reingold.com. Reingold ensures a safe, healthy, and productive work environment for its employees and others. All applicants are advised that full compliance with this policy is a condition of employment at Reingold.
Applicants must have authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or to take over sponsorship of an employment visa. U.S. citizenship may be required for future project assignments that involve access to classified information. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance if required.
Reingold is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite applications from all interested individuals including veterans and persons with disabilities.
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Tips for Your Digital Marketing Specialist Internship Search
Apply before the semester starts
Large employers fill summer digital marketing specialist intern cohorts the preceding fall, sometimes by October or November. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates. Check for openings regularly rather than waiting until spring, so you don't miss the structured programs that recruit earliest.
Build a portfolio before you send a single application
Digital marketing specialist intern candidates get assessed on concrete work, not job titles. Document two or three projects, a real or simulated campaign, an SEO audit, a social media content plan with performance notes, or a written analytics breakdown, and make them accessible online. A linked portfolio gives recruiters something to evaluate when your work history is thin.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, combining both channels widens your reach and keeps you from relying on a single pipeline.
Practice the digital marketing specialist intern screen out loud
Digital marketing specialist intern interviews often include a case exercise, a mock campaign brief, a channel strategy question, or a data interpretation prompt. Practice answering out loud, walking through your reasoning step by step, because interviewers weigh how you think about a marketing problem as much as the final answer you land on.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Many larger companies run dedicated marketing internship cohorts designed to train people new to the field, rotating interns through channels like paid media, SEO, and content. These programs recruit early and fill fast. Identify the ones that match your interests and apply in the first wave rather than after you've exhausted other options.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 35% of the digital marketing specialist internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, on-site, hybrid, or remote, before you start applying, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through roles you can't take. Knowing your constraint early saves time and keeps your applications focused.
Digital Marketing Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a digital marketing specialist internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For digital marketing specialist candidates, a portfolio showing real campaigns, content you've produced, or analytics reports gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications to companies you want with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a digital marketing specialist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For digital marketing specialist interns, what actually drives it is consistent performance on real campaign or analytics work, available headcount on the team, and understanding the employer's return-offer timeline early in your internship. Position for the offer by delivering results and expressing interest clearly, without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for digital marketing specialist internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, so applications for June start dates can open as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, which means digital marketing specialist internship openings appear year-round, checking regularly, not just in spring, keeps you from missing roles that fill quietly.
Are digital marketing specialist internships paid?
Most professional digital marketing specialist internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show pay where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships exist but are less common at established companies, and some states have rules that limit them for for-profit employers.
What should a digital marketing specialist internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used and link to the work itself, published campaign analyses, content pieces, SEO audits, or social media case studies are the role-specific proof recruiters look for in digital marketing specialist candidates. Add relevant coursework, keep the resume to one page, and cut anything that doesn't directly support your marketing skills.
Are there remote digital marketing specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 65% of the digital marketing specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract candidates from anywhere, so apply early once you decide remote is the right fit for you, and filter by work type to see those listings without sorting through roles you can't take.
Can international students get digital marketing specialist internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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