<p>Were Hiring Strategy Intern Summer 2026 Columbus OH 500 Hot Start Program Program Length 10 weeks Summer 2026 Schedule Part time hourly on site If youre the person whos always asking why spotting patterns and connecting dots others missthis ones for you This summer were launching the first ever Hot Start Internship Program at 500 and were looking for Strategy Interns ready to roll up their sleeves and help shape how brands show up in the world This is not a sit on the sidelines internship Youll contribute to real strategy work digging into competitive landscapes identifying trends and helping turn insights into direction that drives creative What Youll DoResearch competitive landscapes and cultural trendsHelp uncover insights about audiences brands and behaviorSupport the development of strategy that informs creative briefsParticipate in brainstorms and creative reviewsAssist with client prep and background researchDevelop original strategy work for your portfolioWhat Makes This DifferentYoull work on real projects not mock assignmentsYoull help shape a pilot internship programYoull gain exposure across strategy creative account and productionTop performers will be considered first for full time rolesWhat Youll GainHands on experience turning research into strategic directionExposure to the full agency ecosystemA final presentation portfolio ready workResume portfolio development support at the end of the programWhat Were Looking ForStudents or recent grads in marketing communications business journalism or similarStrong research and analytical instinctsAbility to synthesize information into clear compelling insightsStrong written communication skillsCuriosity about brands culture and consumer behaviorAbility to manage multiple priorities and stay organizedBonus experience with research tools data visualization or brand strategy coursework How Youll Stand OutWere looking for people who Take initiative and follow throughBring curiosity and rigorAsk smart questions and apply feedbackCollaborate and show up as true team playersIf you want an internship where you actually build strategic thinking create meaningful work and understand how agencies really operatethis is it</p>