Who We Are:
At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.
Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.
Job Title: Client Engagement Intern
Department: Account Services
Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of a team that values innovation and growth? Look no further than VML. We are a creative agency, consultancy, and technology powerhouse all in one, with a century of combined expertise under our belt.
Our recent merger with VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson has opened up new doors for us as a growth partner. With over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, we're a global family that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.
As an intern at VML, you'll have the chance to contribute to a culture that is always pushing boundaries and delivering revolutionary work. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, from communications to commerce, CRM to CX, data to production, and technology.
Join us and be part of a team that ignites inspiration and values diverse perspectives. As an intern, you'll have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and gain hands-on experience working on projects that make a real impact.
We can't wait to see what you'll bring to the table. Apply now and let's create something amazing together!
Our intern program will run from June 4-August 9. We are working in a hybrid work model, three days per week in person at the office listed.
Who we are looking for:
As a Client Engagement Intern, you will learn how to better understand and address business and campaign needs, solve problems, and build strong professional relationships with clients. You will help coordinate the execution of campaigns and projects and provide general support to the client engagement team.
What you’ll do:
- Assist in maintaining daily or weekly status reports
- Organize team meetings and produce conference reports
- Execute and manage aspects of creative development and production projects
- Learn VML processes and more
- Take accurate meeting notes, capture action items, and transfer actions to the weekly status when necessary
- Track revisions to jobs and ensure information is documented and communicated to team members
- Schedule and coordinate client meetings
- Assist with creating and editing business documents
- Assist in entry-level financial activities, such as drafting scopes and preparing billing for review with a supervisor
- Ensure collaboration sites are kept current
- Research client business
- Participate in key client meetings
Who you are:
- Passion and desire to pursue a career in a related field (marketing or advertising)
- Attention to detail, willingness to ask questions, ability to follow up, and knowledge of overall account logistics
- Managing up and knowing when to escalate client and/or internal concerns
- Initiative, enthusiasm to learn, and ability to follow directions
- Interest in digital and technology required
What you’ll need:
- A basic understanding of marketing principles and practices
- Familiarity with project management tools
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience working in a team environment
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail, willingness to ask questions, ability to follow up, and knowledge of overall account logistics
- Managing up and knowing when to escalate client and/or internal concerns
- Initiative, enthusiasm to learn, and ability to follow directions
- Interest in digital and technology required
The base hourly rate for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below.
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$18—$18 USD
At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.
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