Partnerships & Operations Intern - Summer 2026

Position Overview

We encourage candidates to apply for no more than three internship opportunities within a 90‑day period. Our recruiting team will review your application and ensure you are considered for the opportunities that best align with your skills and interests. Cox Ideabar, an integrated brand, creative, and media marketing center for creativity, is seeking an intern to join us for the summer of 2026 within the Partnerships & Operations department. The role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across four key groups: Creative Project Management, Account Management, Integrated Media, and Business Operations. The intern will assist in day‑to‑day operations, contribute to strategic initiatives, and collaborate with internal and external partners to help bring creative visions to life. This role is ideal for a highly organized, curious, and proactive individual eager to learn how creativity and operations intersect to drive business and environmental impact. Don’t miss out on the first steps toward your future. Apply today! Intern/Co‑Op sessions are considered temporary employment; no full‑time employment commitments are made. However, depending on our business needs, some interns may be considered for a full‑time position following the session, conditioned upon graduation and availability to commence full‑time employment at a specified time. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project tracking, documentation, and resource coordination across creative and media initiatives.
• Assist account managers with client communications, meeting preparation, and status reporting.
• Help compile media performance data and support integrated media planning efforts.
• Contribute to business operations tasks such as budget tracking, KPI monitoring, and process documentation.
• Participate in cross‑functional meetings and brainstorming sessions to support enterprise‑wide initiatives.
• Conduct research to inform partnership strategies, operational improvements, and industry best practices.
• Assist with internal communications and presentation development for leadership updates.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Media, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with project management tools and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Interest in creative production, media strategy, and business operations.

Benefits & Perks

• Exposure to the full lifecycle of creative and media projects.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams and external partners.
• Insight into strategic planning, operational excellence, and partnership development.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals across creative and operational disciplines.
• A deeper understanding of how creativity and business strategy align to drive enterprise and environmental impact.