At Idea Peddler, we see interns as the next wave of creative thinkers, and investing in them is an investment in the future of our industry. We give interns real-world experience, helping them grow through hands-on projects, mentorship, and collaboration. Their fresh ideas and perspectives challenge us to think differently, and in return, we offer the opportunity to build skills, confidence, and a network through hands-on client experience. We're not just teaching—we're shaping the future of creativity together.

Who we're looking for:

You are a self-starter with an eagerness to learn. You have a strong voice and are looking for a chance to hone your craft. You have some experience writing in advertising whether it be through previous internships or through student/portfolio work.

This internship is an opportunity to understand copywriting from a holistic perspective. The position will include short-term, mid-term and long-term projects. Over the course of the internship, you will report directly to the Senior Copywriter and will have exposure to other team members on a day-to-day basis. This role is in-person, hourly pay, with a flexible schedule relevant to your commitments.

Responsibilities:

• Develop compelling copy for various clients including websites, social media, emails, print, commercial, etc.
• Adapt your writing style to match the tonality and relevant needs of each client.
• Conduct research to understand target audiences, industry trends, competitor content and specific motifs to create relevant and engaging creative.
• Collaborate across departments including Design, Media, Pr and Social to ensure consistency in messaging.
• Assist in organizing and maintaining content for internal and external use.

Qualities needed:

• Avid writer with strong skills across different mediums.
• Creative thinker and original doer when it comes to bringing ideas to life.
• Live and thrive in the details.
• Strong researcher for in-depth content creation.
• Good communicator, both written and verbal.
• Adaptable to different tasks, timelines, and feedback.
• Comfortable with critique and constructive criticism in the spirit of growth and development.
• Have a basic understanding of different marketing concepts/channel needs.
• Must have clips or writing samples… ** bonus points for a portfolio site**

Our Spring 2025 Internship Program will run from January 15th - April 30th and is 20 hours per week. The agency is remote on Monday and Fridays and in-office on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays and we'll need you in the office at least 80% of the time (16 hrs). This is a great opportunity to gain professional experience, grow your network, and learn more about yourself and the industry. Lastly, our internships have the potential to turn into full-time positions with Idea Peddler based on timing, business needs, and individual performance.

What's it like to work at Idea Peddler?

We're the rehab for big agency life. If you love doing smart and thoughtful work, but hate the big agency B.S., Idea Peddler might be the place for you. With appreciative and purpose-driven clients, a caring and transparent team culture, and true work-life balance, Idea Peddler is a place where you can thrive based on your own drive; a true meritocracy. In addition to having the chops to concept and execute campaigns flawlessly, curiosity, adventure, and a damn good attitude will carry you far here. We are a team of self-starters who hold dear our core values of adventure, accountability, discernment, motivation and no B.S.

Idea Peddler, founded in 2011, is a full-service agency operating on a hybrid work model that offers big agency expertise with boutique agency service. We create bespoke campaigns that deliver on clients' unique goals and follow through with exceptional execution. In uncertain times, ideas win. Ideas that inspire. Ideas that shift behavior. And ideas that create growth. Idea Peddler holds true to the promise of doing good work for nice people. www.ideapeddler.com

Idea Peddler is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable environment for all employees. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need.