Account Leadership Intern

SUMMARY

We are looking for a curious, motivated Account Leadership Intern to join our San Diego, CA team part‑time. This paid internship ($20/hour) offers hands‑on exposure to the day‑to‑day stewardship of client accounts — from project coordination and status reporting to budget tracking and cross‑team collaboration — while supporting the agency's existing client relationships.

This is a hybrid work from home/office position (in‑office attendance is required on Tuesdays & Thursdays) and the candidate must live near San Diego, CA
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• Support account leads in the day‑to‑day management of client accounts, including tracking deliverables, timelines, and next steps
• Help prepare and maintain status reports, meeting agendas, and recap/contact notes for internal and client‑facing meetings
• Assist with project management tasks such as maintaining timelines, task trackers, and workback schedules across multiple work streams
• Support budget tracking and reconciliation, including monitoring hours, estimates, and invoicing alongside account and finance teams
• Coordinate with creative, media, digital, and strategy teams to keep projects moving and ensure deliverables meet client expectations
• Conduct client and competitor research and analysis to inform account strategy and planning
• Participate in internal team and client meetings, taking notes and following up on action items
• Help prepare client‑facing materials such as recap decks, presentations, and reports
• Learn the fundamentals of scoping, estimating, and resource planning

• Currently pursuing a full‑time undergraduate degree; preference given to marketing, advertising, business, communications, or related majors, but all majors will be considered
• Prior internship experience in account management, client services, project management, or marketing is a plus
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines
• A proven interest in client service and the business side of marketing and advertising
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and the ability to take initiative
• Ability to work independently and in team settings within an in‑person and/or hybrid setting
• Excellent attention to detail, including proofreading
• A positive, service‑oriented attitude and strong sense of accountability
• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship.