Creative Intern Writer

At GSD&M were on a mission to build First & Only brands meaning the first to do it and the only ones who can. Were able to do this because we set a high bar for ourselves and our work. We care about what we put out in the world. Were humans who like other humans. Our ideas make a difference. Shift culture. Create a smile. Inspire change. Initiate belly laughs. Deepen our understanding of the world and ourselves. We grow. We learn. We get better. We do it all over again. Because thats what it takes to build and be First & Only.

Job Title:

Creative Intern(Writer)

Position Summary:

Thisisntyour basic coffee run internship. This isGSD&M Daze of Summer.Come spendyour summer days in a daze as you experience our fast-paced creative environment for yourself. Hereyoullactually beworking alongside our talentedteams. From creative and account leadership to strategy and analytics and beyond you can expect a real hands-on competitive experience.

GSD&M is acreatively driven full-service advertising agency born and raised in the heart of Texas. Today we are a global agency in the musicfoodand weird capital of the world.Wevewon the Super Bowl cleaned up atCannesandcontinueto help iconic brands win every day. We live by our core values and believe an agency should be able to think like the diverse world thatitstalking with. We thinkitsbetter to be honest than cool. We also playfoosballin the agency bar and eatbreakfast tacosfor dinner.

Details:

What: Paid 40hr/week summer intern program

When: Tuesday June2nd - Friday August7th

Where: Austin TX Hybrid: In office (Tues Wed Thurs) / Remote (Mon Fri)

Who: Any college junior/senior/grad level students and recent graduates

Program Highlights:

Agency Experience - Acquire hands-on real work ad agency experience

Intern Team Project - Collaborate on a cross-departmental group project

Lunch & Learns - Gain insights into the role of each agency discipline

Group Gatherings - Join in meet-ups with fellow interns and agency staff

Job Highlights:

As a Creative (Writer) Internyoullsupport client teamsonwork across integrated marketing campaigns. This role is designed to give you hands-on experience real mentorship and meaningful creative responsibility.

Creative Interns typically:

• Work closely with Creative Directors and experienced GSD&M creatives

• Build a writing portfolio through real client work

• Learn how to interpret creative briefs and follow projects through the full campaign lifecycle

• Contribute ideas and concepts for client projects

• Develop strong copywriting craft attention to detail and creative discipline

KeyRequirements:

Desired Characteristics

• Ad Enthusiast:You genuinely love advertising and stay curious about the industry

• Student ofthe Craft:Yourepassionate about creativity and committed to sharpening your skills

• Proactive:You jump in wherever help is needed no task too small

• Reliable & Responsive:Yourepunctual adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced environment

• Personable:You bring positive energy initiative and confidence to your work and interactions

• Collaborative:Yourea team player who can contribute while keeping the big picture in mind

• Eager to Learn:You soak up feedback ask questions and are always looking to grow

Skills

• Strong writing communication and presentation skills

• Ability to craft clear compelling copy across multiple formats and channels

• Familiarity with collaboration and productivity tools (Google Workspace Microsoft Office Mac OS)

• Proficient in agency email calendar and meeting platforms (e.g. Outlook 365 Microsoft Teams)

• Basic understanding of social digital and integrated marketing campaigns

Nice to have:

• Bilingual (Spanish)proficiency

• Experience writing for social-first or integrated campaigns

Requirements:

Candidates must be enrolled as a juniorsenioror graduate-level student in college OR recent college graduate (less than 1 year since graduation).

Experience with analytics or research platforms (NielsenComscore MRI Mintel KANTAR etc.) is nice tohave butnotrequired.

Experience with BI/reporting or measurement platforms (Looker Studio Tableau Power BI Campaign Manager 360 etc.) is nice tohave butnotrequired.

Must be available during the length of the program (6/2/26 - 8/7/26) and able to come into the GSD&M Austin offices at least 3 days a work offsite on Mondays and Fridays.

Must be able to work full-time 40 hours per week.

Applications will close February 28 2026.

At GSD&M inclusion is our superpower. An inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are encouraged and empowered makes the work better makes our agency better and ultimately makes the industry better. Thats why were proud to be recognized by the Advertising Federations Mosaic Awards year after year for our efforts in diversity equity and inclusion.

We consider ourselves lucky. Every day we wake up and get to build First & Only brands in an inclusive environment where everyone matters all while enjoying generous benefits plenty of time off and opportunities for growth whether youre just starting out or have been in the biz for a while.

GSD&M is an equal opportunities employer and will never favor or discriminate against anyone based on their age gender ethnicity sexual orientation disability pregnancy or maternity religion or belief marriage or civil partnership gender identity expression or realignment. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process please reach out to for support.

This role requires regular in-office presence with a minimum of three days per week to engage and collaborate in in-person team interactions and meetings as required.