Intern - Paid Media

LSG; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

LSG, an impact agency in Washington, DC, invites applications for a Paid Media intern in our downtown office. You’ll gain hands-on experience supporting a busy paid media practice across multiple clients, with up to 30 hours weekly and a clear path to growth during the spring term.

This internship runs January 5 to May 14, with an hourly rate of $23.00. You’ll learn to manage digital campaigns, draft IOs, track spend, and contribute to research and administrative tasks while developing a strong

Qualifications

• College junior or senior, recent grad, or grad student in relevant fields.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to anticipate and solve problems effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Familiar with Meta, Google Ads, Campaign Manager 360 preferred.
• Interest in government affairs, technology, and digital media.
• Willingness to learn and be flexible.

Responsibilities

• Traffic digital advertising campaigns in a variety of self-serve ad platforms including Meta, Google Ads, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Campaign Manager 360.
• Draft IO requests for managed service platforms.
• Learn how to track vendor payments.
• Upload digital assets to self-serve ad platforms, updating and maintaining them as needed.
• Pace active campaigns to ensure spending is in line with approved budgets.
• Perform research and other administrative duties as necessary.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interest in political science

Education

College student or recent graduate

Tools

Meta

Google Ads

Campaign Manager 360

Job description

LSG, an impact agency specializing in brand building, corporate reputation management, and public affairs, seeks a Paid Media intern. If you thrive on variety, take pride in your craft, and want to see your work make a tangible difference, this role is made for you.

Our internship program offers recent graduates and college students up to 30 hours a week of hands‑on experience working in the firm’s paid media practice. You'll work across a diverse portfolio of clients and issues, with real opportunities to grow. We move fast, care deeply about the work, and invest in people who show up ready to contribute.

Interns work in person at our downtown DC office. This spring internship will run from January 5 to May 14. Hourly Rate: $23.00 per hour.

Responsibilities may include:

• Traffic digital advertising campaigns in variety of self-serve ad platforms, including Meta, Google Ads, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Campaign Manager 360
• Draft IO requests for managed service platforms
• Learn how to track vendor payments
• Upload digital assets to self-serve ad platforms, updating and maintaining them as needed
• Pace active campaigns to ensure spending is in line with approved budgets
• Perform research and other administrative duties, as necessary

Qualifications:

• College junior or senior, recent graduate, or graduate student with an interest in political science, communications, marketing, public policy, or related fields
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and effectively communicate and solve practical problems or issues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of digital advertising platforms including Meta, Google Ads, and Campaign Manager 360 preferred, but not required
• Working knowledge of media planning preferred, but not required
• Passion for government affairs, technology, and digital media
• Flexibility and willingness to learn
• Prior experience at an agency in communications, public affairs, marketing, and/or relevant political campaign/government experience preferred

About LSG:

We work with corporations, trade associations, and nonprofits to change hearts and minds, move public opinion, and help brands connect to the public conscience in a rapidly changing environment. Our experts in brand building, corporate reputation management, and public affairs help solve the most complex communications challenges. With practices in strategic insights, stakeholder engagement, public relations, and community marketing, we are leaders in engaging diverse audiences in the U.S. and around the world to drive results and deliver impact. Founded in 2008, LSG is headquartered in Washington, DC and has offices in Boston, Denver, Houston, Portland, Louisiana and New York.

Learn more at teamlsg.com.

LSG is committed to attracting and hiring a diverse staff, one that honors employees’ experience, perspectives, and unique identity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.