Intern, Digital Advertising (Programmatic)

dentsu; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 8,928 - 20,088; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working arrangement

Volunteer leave (One Day for Change)

One paid day off per month

Dentsu University access

Job summary

Dentsu is seeking a Programmatic Intern to gain hands-on experience in programmatic media buying, campaign execution, and performance analysis while working with specialists to deliver data-driven digital campaigns for leading brands.

You will collaborate with Media Planning, Client Servicing, and Ad Operations, supporting setup, monitoring, and optimization, with a focus on learning in a fast-paced creative agency.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed Diploma or Degree in Digital Marketing, Marketing, Advertising, Data Analytics, or related field.
• Strong analytical mindset and interest in data-driven decision making.
• Curious, collaborative and eager to learn in a fast-paced creative agency environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, monitor, and optimize programmatic advertising campaigns across digital platforms.
• Assist in campaign reporting by tracking performance metrics and identifying optimisation opportunities.
• Conduct market, audience, and competitor research to support campaign planning and strategy.
• Collaborate with Media Planning, Client Servicing, and Ad Operations to ensure campaigns are delivered on schedule.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Data-driven decision making

Education

Diploma or Degree in Digital Marketing, Marketing, Advertising, Data Analytics, or related field

Tools

Programmatic advertising platforms

Job description

Dentsu is a global leader in integrated growth and transformation, driving sustainable solutions and innovation for some of the world's most influential brands. Founded in 1901, dentsu operates in approximately 120 countries with a team of approximately 68,000 employees, and boasts a network of world‑class brands, including Carat, Dentsu Creative, dentsu X, iProspect, Merkle, and more. These brands, each with deep expertise in media, creativity, and digital, collaborate to deliver integrated growth solutions that create lasting, meaningful impact.

As we look toward the future, dentsu is focused on Innovating to impact—fostering collaboration, creativity, and cutting‑edge technology to drive real, transformative change.

What your typical day will look like

This internship is designed for individuals who are passionate about digital marketing, data, and advertising technology. As a Programmatic Intern, you'll gain hands‑on experience in programmatic media buying, campaign execution, and performance analysis while working alongside specialists to deliver data‑driven digital campaigns for leading brands.

Core responsibilities include

• Support the team in setting up, monitoring, and optimizing programmatic advertising campaigns across digital platforms.
• Assist in campaign reporting by tracking performance metrics, analysing data, and identifying optimisation opportunities.
• Conduct market, audience, and competitor research to support campaign planning and strategy.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including Media Planning, Client Servicing, and Ad Operations, to ensure campaigns are delivered accurately and on schedule.

A bit about you

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Diploma or Degree in Digital Marketing, Marketing, Advertising, Data Analytics, or a related field, with availability for at least a 3‑month internship.
• Passionate about digital advertising, marketing technology, and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Strong analytical mindset with good attention to detail and an interest in interpreting campaign performance data.
• Curious, collaborative, and eager to learn in a fast‑paced creative agency environment.

What’s in it for you

• Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
• The opportunity to give back with dedicated volunteer leave and our whole‑company event, One Day for Change.
• 1 day of paid off day per month.
• Career Development and Learning & Development opportunities, including access to our global online dentsu University.
• Be part of a global network that truly invests in recognising performance via our Never Before Awards, and social impact, including having a clearly mapped path to becoming net zero.

Will live the dentsu 8 Ways at all times: We Dream Loud, We Inspire Change, We Team Without Limits, We All Lead, We Make It Real, We Climb High, We Choose Excitement, We Are A Force For Good.

Inclusion and Diversity

We’re proud to be different and that starts with our people. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone. We won’t define people by their race, gender, sexual‑orientation, age or disability. Individuality is what makes us great, we want everyone to bring their full self to work and create something amazing. That’s what we care about.

So, whether you’re joining us, or looking to move to a different part of the business, we work hard to make sure we create equal opportunities for everyone.