Media Strategy Intern

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:

MediaStrategyIntern

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 MediaStrategyInternyou will:

-Use research tools to understand target audiences analyze market trends and gather insights for media plans

-Identifycultural trends that will be important towardsestablishinga personal connection with our target audience

-Support POVs and The Future Of content creation toestablishthought leadership work

-Assistin writing case studies to highlight our best work

-Use data toestablishreach and frequency benchmarks that will supportclientsbusiness goals

-Assistincreatingmedia plansflowcharts and managing budgets for campaigns

-Stay updated on new platforms technologies and advertising innovations

KeyRequirements:

Desired Characteristics:

-High curiosity quotient

-Ability to quickly pick up on new tools & software
-Great communication skills
-High self-sufficiency proactivity
-Attention to detail
-Highly organized
-Superb time management skills
-Demeanor to speak up or present in internal meetings
-Willingness to go above and beyond
-Eagerness to jump on a project at a moments notice


Skills:
-Familiarity of social media platforms (Instagram Facebook TikTokX Snapchat LinkedIn Reddit) connected TV platforms and emerging platforms (e.g. gaming audio)
-Strong writing experience
-Strong desk research skills and ability to use AI to speed up research

Requirements:

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

Experience with secondary research platforms (Mintel KANTAR etc.) is nice to have but not required

Experience with social listening & analytics platforms (BrandwatchTalkwalker etc.) is nice to have but not required

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

Must be able to work full-time40 hoursper week.

Applications will closeFebruary 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.