Summer 2027 Internship - Events and Marketing

John Burns Research and Consulting; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

John Burns Research and Consulting, LLC in Irvine, California, invites motivated students to join our 2027 Summer Internship Program. This in-person internship, working with our Events, Marketing and New Home Trends Institute teams, offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and real client projects during a 10-week summer term.

Interns will work 40 hours per week, May 26 to August 6, with orientation and capstone presentation at internship end.

Qualifications

• GPA 3.3 required or higher.
• Rising seniors or master’s students preferred.
• Pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, business, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and execution of events from concept to completion.
• Coordinate event logistics.
• Help develop marketing strategies to promote events across platforms.
• Create and schedule engaging social media content to promote events and brand awareness.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on content creation (graphics, copy, videos).
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute ideas for campaigns.
• Assist in email marketing initiatives, including building lists and tracking performance.
• Assist with general admin tasks.

Skills

Social media experience

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Marketing/Communications/Business (pursuing)

Rising senior or master’s student

Graduation Dec 2027 or Spring 2028

Tools

Zoom

Adobe Suite

HubSpot

CVENT

Job description

2027 Summer Internship Program

Would you like to work for an organization committed to your professional development and personal success? John Burns Research and Consulting is an award-winning “Best Place to Work” that invests in our people through learning opportunities, professional experiences, and peer mentorship. John Burns Research and Consulting is looking for talented students who are passionate, articulate, likable, and smart to provide the most trusted source of U.S. housing analysis and help our clients make the most informed decisions possible. The Burns Internship provides meaningful work experiences and ongoing support and guidance to ensure you have valuable experience and prepare you for a professional career. This Consulting intern will be working with our Events, Marketing and New Home Trends Institute teams. This is an in-person internship in our Irvine, California office.

Program Details

As an intern, you'll begin the summer orientation delivered by experienced team members, similar to the training received by new employees. You will be working on real‑time client projects, as well as a capstone project. Your capstone project will be a significant, strategic project that aligns with our real business needs and initiatives. At the end of your 10‑week internship, you will do a final presentation of your capstone project, and what you learned throughout your internship.

• May 26th – August 6th
• June 16th – August 27th

(If the dates don’t work 100% for you, please still apply, and we can discuss.)

• Interns will work 40 hours per week in our Irvine, California office.
• Salary is $25/hour.
• Positions will be posted for students to apply in October, and each position will be posted for two weeks.
• Positions will be posted until Friday, November 6th, 2026.

What You’ll Be Working On

• Assist in the planning and execution of events, from concept to completion
• Support the coordination of event logistics
• Help develop marketing strategies to promote events across various platforms (social media, email, etc.)
• Create and schedule engaging social media content to promote events, external speaking engagements, and brand awareness
• Collaborate with the marketing team on content creation (graphics, copy, videos) for campaigns and event promotions
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas for marketing campaigns
• Assist in email marketing initiatives, including building lists, creating email templates, and tracking campaign performance
• Assist with general admin tasks

How Do You Qualify?

• Cumulative GPA: 3.3
• Major GPA: 3.3
• Graduation date of December 2027 or Spring 2028
• Rising seniors or master’s student
• Preferred Fields of study: marketing, communications, business, or related field
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Experience with social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.)
• Familiarity with marketing tools and platforms (Zoom, Adobe Suite, Hubspot, CVENT)
• Collaborative team player.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Keen eye for details.
• A strong work ethic
• A great attitudeA willingness to learn new skills
• Exceptional time management skills to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Join our team at John Burns Research and Consulting, LLC, a leading provider of independent subscription research and customized consulting services for the US housing industry. Our founder, John Burns, started the company in 2001 with the aim of revolutionizing the housing market analysis. Today, we have a team of highly passionate research analysts and consultants nationwide who work together to provide the most trusted source of US housing analysis and consulting services.
At John Burns Research and Consulting, LLC, we are proud of our award-winning culture, which includes recognition as Great Places to Work, Gallup Employee Engagement, Certified Evergreen by the Tugboat Institute, and Great Places to Work. If you want to be part of a well-established, dynamic, and high-performing team that takes it to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.