Intern, Strategy

Company description

Hi there! We're Razorfish. We've been leading the marketing industry with our digital expertise since the start of the internet. But in 2020, we did a full reboot. What's different? It all starts with people. Weird, wonderful, complex people - with diverse backgrounds in strategy, creative and technology. But no matter how different we are, we all have one thing in common.

We believe our differences are our strength. So we push for inclusion, challenge convention and bring in new perspectives, to inspire new ideas. Because when we connect by understanding what makes people different, we can create unforgettable experiences that enrich lives. Join us at

Overview

Curious about what's next in marketing, technology, and creativity?

At Razorfish, we don't just follow trends-we help shape them. Our 2026 Summer Internship Program is designed for bold thinkers who want hands-on experience, meaningful collaboration, and exposure to real client work.

Applications are now open for college juniors, seniors, and recent graduates (up to six months post-graduation) who are eager to learn, contribute, and grow alongside industry leaders.

Program Details

* Internship Dates:
June 1 - July 31, 2026

In-Office:
Hybrid (3 days per week in-office) - designed for collaboration, creativity, and connection

* Office Locations:
Chicago | Miami | New York | Birmingham, MI

What You'll Experience

* Real Client Work:
Gain hands-on real-world experience working with leading brands, and see your ideas move from concept to execution.

* Mentorship & Support:
Learn from experienced teammates who provide guidance, feedback, and insight into agency life.

* A Culture That Values Your Voice:
We encourage fresh perspectives and thoughtful ideas. You'll be invited to participate, share, and challenge our thinking.

* Professional Development:
Build your skills through a guided campaign pitch competition, with access to industry-leading learning tools.

* Connection & Growth:
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams and build relationships across the agency. High-performing interns may be considered for full-time opportunities, with continued growth supported through our early career development programs.

Who You Are

* A college junior, senior, or recent graduate (up to six months post-graduation)

* A student or recent graduate in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Business, or a related field

* A strong communicator with an interest in storytelling, branding, and digital marketing

* Collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Responsibilities

This role is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the business, its stakeholders, and various crafts within the Strategy & Performance discipline.

Interns are expected to be eager learners, proactive initiators, and team players, ready to absorb as much knowledge as possible.

Strategy & Performance Craft areas:

* Brand & Experience Strategy

* Performance & Growth Strategy

* Product Strategy

* CRM Strategy

The Strategy Team provides actionable insights and strategic direction for our clients. We analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscapes to shape effective and innovative marketing solutions. Our team ensures that every campaign is data-driven, purposeful, and aligned with the brand's long-term vision.

Your impact:

* Learning & Development:

* You are new to digital and experience strategy, and spend a lot of time learning the fundamentals of research, brief writing, campaign development and performance marketing.

* Self-motivated autodidacts with inherent curiosity to stay on top of industry case studies and best practices.

* Engage in regular feedback sessions to enhance personal and professional growth.

* Organizational Familiarization:

* Understand the agency's mission, vision, and values.

* Familiarize oneself with the company's organizational structure, departments, and key personnel.

* Attend agency meetings and events to network with professionals and learn about current projects.

* Project Support:

* Work in collaboration with Senior Strategists to support the development of Brand & Experience strategies from conception and proposal through creative briefing, production and insights reporting.

* Support project teams with research, brainstorming, and administrative tasks.

* Provide primary and secondary research that informs the strategic planning process for the Brand & Experience craft

* Stakeholder Engagement:

* Collaborate with different teams and attend client meetings to understand client-agency relationships.

* Build relationships within and outside the agency to understand the larger advertising ecosystem.

Qualifications

* Strong passion for the digital marketing and advertising industry

* Ability to express complex ideas in conversation, presentation, and prose

* Ability to Synthesize qualitative and quantitative input from multiple sources to generate insights

* Self-motivated with a strong willingness to learn

* Ability to adapt…