Marketing Intern

firstglobalmanagementservicesinc; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

FIRST, a leading global brand experience agency, seeks a Marketing Intern in New York (hybrid). The 12-week program runs Jan 18–Apr 16, 2027, 20–25 hours/week with on-site Wednesdays at the New York office. You’ll support the global marketing plan, create case studies, manage media assets, and draft award submissions.

The role requires strong communication, marketing know-how, and the ability to work across time zones in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of different marketing techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Hands-on experience with marketing software (CRM tools).
• Canva and Adobe Suite experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with AI-powered tools (Gemini, ChatGPT, Canva AI).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Marketing team to promote FIRST's credentials, work, values and culture.
• Coordinate global marketing plan activities and campaigns.
• Create and manage case studies, video reels, and image library.
• Draft first submissions for awards and coordinate final versions.
• Develop content for social media and websites; assist with proofreading and design collaboration.
• Research insights and competitors; compile marketing reports and team resources.
• Support events and communications with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Marketing techniques

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Canva

Adobe Suite

CRM tools

Content creation

AI tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

Building a Brand starts with a Story FIRST is a leading global brand experience agency providing Content, Creative, Digital Technology, Management & Delivery, and Data & Insights services. For 30 years, we have utilized three flexible delivery models: Embedded teams, Corporate Campus operations, and a Full-Service Agency. Managing over 37,000 events & projects annually across 110 countries, FIRST serves 130+ brands, specializing in Fortune 500 companies within the Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Media, and Professional Services sectors. FIRST is part of the broader Encore family of companies. Encore is a global leader in event production and technology. Consistently recognized for excellence, recent honors include 2026 Chief Marketer Agency of the Year, the Ad Net Zero Award for sustainability, and more. Learn more at www.firstagency.com

Location

New York, NY (Hybrid) - Must be able to work from the FIRST New York office and reside within the Tri-State area (NY, NJ, or CT).

Important Scheduling Requirements

• 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

What You Would Get To Do

The Marketing Intern will support the global marketing plan by creating case studies, managing media assets, drafting award submissions, and producing content for social media and websites. Additionally, this role will assist with research, reports, event support, and administrative tasks. The Marketing Intern is creative, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and upholds our core values of Ambition, Creativity, Excellence, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate as a member of the Marketing team to promote FIRST's credentials, work, values, and culture to clients and prospects in support of brand and sales goals.
• Support the marketing team in day-to-day coordination of the global marketing plan activities and campaigns.
• Create and manage case studies, video reels, and image library, including the organization and upkeep.
• Develop first drafts of award submissions and coordinate approved final versions on behalf of FIRST.
• Assist team members in the creation of content for social media, websites, and other marketing and media assets, including copywriting, proofreading, and collaboration with designers.
• Perform research for insights and competitors, assist in the compiling of marketing reports, and team resources.
• Support internal and external marketing and communication events such as agency-wide meetings and client events.
• Assist with general marketing and administrative tasks as well as ad-hoc duties as necessary.
• Bring enthusiasm, inspiration, and fresh ideas to the team, and flexibility and adaptability while working with global teams across multiple time zones.
• Act as an ambassador for the FIRST brand, leading by example and displaying the company's core values (Ambition, Creativity, Excellence, Integrity, Teamwork)

What We Are Looking For

Please be aware that we know experience does not always look like we describe it.

• Understanding of different marketing techniques
• Prior events experience or working within a creative capacity is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite;
• Hands‑on experience with marketing computer software (eg CRM tools) preferred, but not required.
• Excellent project management skills, including multi‑tasking, prioritization of tasks (i.e. time management), 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
• Canva and Adobe Suite experience is a plus, but not required
• Demonstrates curiosity and a working comfort level with AI‑powered tools (e.g., Gemini, ChatGPT, Canva AI, automation platforms), with the ability to apply them thoughtfully to support content creation, research, and marketing workflows
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Energetic, positive, client‑focused, and adaptable to various situations, personalities, and requests
• Self‑starter with the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and take direction well
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships
• Calm, flexible, and resilient under pressure, with a creative problem‑solving mindset

Benefits

• Interns are not eligible for company benefits during the internship. Eligibility may be reviewed if the internship is extended or converted to a part‑time or full‑time position.

United States Residents: Bachelor's degree candidates (current students or graduates) are eligible for $20/hour, and Mas