Posted: Feb 11, 2026
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Marketing Intern, Summer 2026, Part-time

Lessing-Flynn - Des Moines, IA
Part-time
Application Deadline: N/A
Advertising & Agency
Job Description:

As a marketing intern, you will work alongside the Marketing Director to promote the agency and our services across various audiences. This is an incredible opportunity not only to sharpen marketing and project management skills but also to gain experience working within an agency.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Learn agency brand, messaging, services, industries served and competitors, applying that knowledge to ensure work matches branding and expectations
  • Setup projects and schedules with project management system
  • Actively manages day-to-day execution of projects, ensuring high quality work and meeting deadlines
  • Manage the routing process and workflows in the proofing system
  • Collaborates across internal teams including video, design, copywriting, digital and media to ensure project success
  • Supports Marketing Director with project management of new business proposals and resources
  • Assists social media team with content ideation and creation
  • Assists with website updates and projects, managing timelines, workflow and assets
  • Work with Marketing Director to identify a project to own and execute over the course of the internship, managing all aspects of the project and working with internal teams to complete


Requirements:

  • College student pursuing a degree in marketing, communications or related field
  • Strong creative writing experience to varied audiences across platforms
  • Ability to work 10-20 hours per week
  • Start date in late May/early June 2026 with end date in August 2026
  • Agency or previous internship experience is a plus
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace tools

Company Description:

Work environment:

  • Creative, collaborative workspace with custom-designed workstations, natural light
  • Access to GlassBox social/event space for informal meetings, games (pool and foosball), escape space, hosting events, breaks
  • 100% Mac-based
  • Evolving, trendy East Village area with access to all parts of Des Moines
  • Free access to fitness center with locker rooms
  • Free garage parking
  • Free daily snacks and beverages
  • Private mother’s room