We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions.
We are seeking an intern to support the development and rollout of Edelman’s AI platform, tooling, and transformation initiatives. This role sits at the intersection of product management, user experience research, and change management.
The intern will work closely with cross-functional teams to help assess organizational needs, identify workflow friction points, support the design of AI-enabled tools and features, and help drive adoption across the firm. This is a hands-on opportunity to contribute to shaping how Edelman works in the future — and how AI transforms the communications industry more broadly.
Key Responsibilities
Discovery & Research
Support stakeholder interviews, workshops, and discovery sessions to identify needs, pain points, and process friction
Help map current-state workflows and develop journey maps to highlight opportunity areas
Synthesize qualitative and quantitative findings into clear insights and recommendations
Product Design & Development
Assist in defining product concepts, user stories, and feature requirements for internal AI tools
Contribute to wireframes, lightweight prototypes, and feedback loops
Support pilot programs and testing cycles, capturing insights to inform iteration
Help document product updates and roadmap elements in structured, usable formats
Change Management & Enablement
Support the development of change management and adoption strategies
Help create enablement materials including adoption toolkits, training decks, guides, and FAQs
Draft internal communications plans to articulate value, behavioral shifts, and impact
Track adoption signals and feedback to help refine tools and rollout approaches
Ideal Candidate
Strong interest in product management, user experience research, organizational change, or innovation
Demonstrated curiosity and fluency with AI tools, with an interest in how AI transforms workflows and industries
Ability to break down complex systems and processes into clear, structured insights
Strong writing and presentation skills (proficiency in Figma is ideal)
Comfortable working in ambiguity and contributing to early-stage initiatives
Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks within a structured environment
Relevant coursework or prior internship experience in product, consulting, research, strategy, or innovation is a plus
Additional Information:
Interns are paid $22/ hour and are expected to work a full-time schedule (40 hours/ week)
The internship is a 10-week program beginning on Monday, June 8, 2026 to Friday, August 14, 2026
In order to be considered, candidates must be a rising senior who has completed their junior year of undergraduate study by Summer 2026, a graduating senior, or a graduate school student
The internship program will be hybrid—3 days/week in office
Edelman does not provide any form of housing reimbursement
Only students who are authorized to work in the United States will be considered
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An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.
DJEH offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.
DJEH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation in any part of the employment process, please let us know.
Edelman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Edelman and has not been reviewed or approved by Edelman.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits are described as comprehensive, with health plans commonly framed as a strong part of the overall package. Mental and physical well-being programs are also emphasized as meaningful support.
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Flexible Benefits — Work flexibility is positioned as a standout, including hybrid routines and a “Work From Anywhere” option for part of the year. Flexible public holidays are also highlighted as adding practical choice to how time is used.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings such as a 401(k) match (and pension-style contributions in some markets) are consistently presented as a solid component of total rewards. This tends to improve overall package value even when base pay feels less competitive.
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Edelman is a global communications firm that partners with businesses and organizations to evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. Our 6,000 people in more than 60 offices deliver communications strategies that give our clients the confidence to lead, act with certainty and earn the lasting trust of their stakeholders. We develop powerful ideas and tell magnetic stories that move at the speed of news, make an immediate impact, transform culture and spark movements. Since our founding in 1952 by Dan Edelman, we have remained an independent, family-run company. We use our profits to strengthen our business, provide our employees with opportunities to grow, advance our industry, and serve as a responsible citizen of the world. Every day, we strive to live and work by a long-held set of core values: the pursuit of excellence, the freedom to be curious, the courage to do the right thing, and a commitment to improving society. Edelman is an equal opportunity employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities








