Spring 2026 DC Digital Paid Media Intern

Overview

FleishmanHillard is a global integrated communications agency delivering transformational outcomes for some of the world’s biggest brands. The FleishmanHillard Social & Digital team is seeking qualified candidates for a paid, full-time internship position at our Washington, D.C. office.

Interns are an integral part of our dynamic team and work closely with staff across social media strategy & activation, paid media & advertising, social media research, data analytics, and more. From consumer brands to government agencies, trade associations to pharmaceuticals, this position touches many high-profile accounts in FleishmanHillard’s global client network. At FleishmanHillard, you define it. We help you make it happen. Are you ready to join the team?

FleishmanHillard is intentional about ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion strengthens the bonds between us, grows our people, and creates spaces for everyone to thrive. Staying true to our commitment to our people and the communities in which we live and work, we do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. As part of our ongoing effort to be the world’s most inclusive agency, we are committed to seeking candidates who possess and demonstrate a profound interest in furthering our DE&I goals.

Responsibilities

Day-to-day (and hour-to-hour) responsibilities may span from analyzing campaign data, crafting customized social media metrics reports, monitoring and optimizing active campaigns, assisting in the management and creation of paid social campaigns, building custom audiences, navigating advertising opportunities for existing and emerging social platforms, conducting social media research and ongoing monitoring, etc. Online communication is constantly evolving, therefore, so does our work!

NOTE: This internship offers a hybrid work experience with required in-office days (remote and in-office). The position is available to applicants local to the FleishmanHillard Washington, D.C. office or applicants willing to relocate, as necessary.

Qualifications

Candidates must be a college junior, senior or a recent college graduate and hard working with at least a 3.0 GPA. The candidates must also display an eagerness to expand their skills in social-focused communications, marketing, advertising, and project management and be available to work full time Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. ET.

The ideal candidate for this position must be social media savvy, comfortable manipulating and interpreting data, has experience pivoting between multiple projects, able to navigate data analytics and is highly detail oriented. Specifically, the candidate should also have some experience in the following areas:

• Familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.).

• Interested in learning paid social media tools such as Meta Ads Manager, Twitter Ads Manager and LinkedIn Ads Manager.

• Proficient or interested in analyzing and interpreting high volumes of data. Excel proficiency is not required, but highly recommended.

• Ability to synthesize data and develop insights, outcomes, and implications in a straightforward and impactful way for internal and external teams.

• Ability to adapt content to adhere to paid media best practices across Meta, LinkedIn, Reddit, X, YouTube, etc.

• Committed to cultivating diverse teams and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Application Deadline

For the Spring internship program, please apply by January 31st, 2026.

Our Story

We are more motivated by what we can give than what we receive. That holds true for our colleagues, clients and communities across cultures and time zones. We believe giving our best is only possible in an environment that empowers us to truly be our best, so we focus on creating belonging for all and caring for the whole person. Because when you belong and have what you need to thrive — both at work and in life — you’re free to be you. To pursue your dreams and passions. To be bold and try new things, in the name of personal and professional growth and of work that leads to meaningful progress for the world. So, we respect and support one another amid differences, and we acknowledge and celebrate who each of us is. We accept that we don't all have to have the same perspectives, beliefs, background, or experiences to do great things together. A combination of our employee experience, industry-leading client work, global community service and contributions to inclusion has earned FleishmanHillard recognition as 2021, 2022 and 2023 Campaign Global PR Agency of the Year; 2023 ICCO Large Agency of the Year – The Americas; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Agency of the Year; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Outstanding Extra-Large Agency of the Year; 2023 Campaign US PR Agency of the Year; 2021 PRovoke APAC Consultancy of the Year; and 2021 PRWeek UK Large Consultancy of the Year. FleishmanHillard is part of Omnicom PR Group and has nearly 80 offices in more than 30 countries, plus affiliates in 45 countries.

FleishmanHillard offers a hybrid work model and seeks employees who are comfortable working in the office for a portion of their week, in accordance with their local office hybrid work policy. We value the collaboration and camaraderie that in-person interactions provide but also understand the importance of flexibility and balance in our employees’ lives. We acknowledge that our people are diverse individuals with unique circumstances and needs, and therefore our goal is to foster a productive and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive, both in and out of the office.

FleishmanHillard is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, alienage, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state or local laws. Please do not contact the office directly to apply – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered. If you need assistance reviewing career opportunities or completing an application, please email our careers team or call 314-982-1700 and ask to be connected to Talent Development.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $17.50-$20 an hour.

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography.