Remote Paid Media Intern: Strategy & Analytics

ICF International; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Remote work available

In-person meetings in DC/MD/VA/NYC

Job summary

ICF International is seeking a Paid Media Intern to support a dynamic team serving regulated client portfolios across the United States. The 10-week summer internship offers full-time hours with remote work options and occasional in-person meetings in the DC/Maryland/Virginia area or near New York City.

You will rotate across media strategy, digital buying, reporting and operations, assisting with Google Ads, The Trade Desk, Basis, Meta, and other platforms while gaining exposure to

Qualifications

• By start date at least 30 credit hours in advertising, marketing (media), analytics, or related field.
• A completed bachelor's degree, with enrollment verification in a graduate program.
• Operational understanding of marketing tactics and cross-channel execution.
• Exceptional analytical, process-oriented, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Focus on service; willingness to assist team members across projects.
• Genuine passion for paid media and growth in a dynamic team.
• Ability to think beyond paid media as a strategic and creative collaborator.
• Strong Microsoft Office experience (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Participate in a rotational internship program across media strategy and execution.
• Support planning teams in paid media strategies and cross-channel plans.
• Contribute to deliverables using research, audience insights, and performance data.
• Gain hands-on experience with digital campaign activation on major platforms.
• Assist with campaign setup, monitoring, and performance reporting.
• Trafficking of creative assets and campaign materials while learning QA practices.
• Maintain insertion orders, flowcharts, creative specs, trackers, and budgets.
• Collaborate with analysts and strategists to understand campaign flow from strategy to measurement.
• Research media partners and industry trends, sharing key learnings with the team.
• Participate in team meetings and training to deepen paid media knowledge.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree completed

Tools

Google Ads

The Trade Desk

Basis

Meta

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

ICF International is seeking a Paid Media Intern to support a dynamic team serving regulated client portfolios across the United States. The 10-week summer internship offers full-time hours with remote work options and occasional in-person meetings in the DC/Maryland/Virginia area or near New York City.

You will rotate across media strategy, digital buying, reporting and operations, assisting with Google Ads, The Trade Desk, Basis, Meta, and other platforms while gaining exposure to