Media Operations Intern

Media Mogul is a next-generation white-glove media planning, buying, and analytics agency committed to transforming how brands connect with audiences. Through our talent, data, and creativity, we drive growth. We break silos to deliver end-to-end strategy, focus on business goals, not just media goals. Our Moguls turn analytics into action, learn from every campaign and each other. From powerful storytelling to high-impact placements, we craft moments that resonate, maximize returns, and leave a lasting impression.

Our core values define everything we do:

• ACCOUNTABILITY & EXCELLENCE: Own it. Deliver. Always aim higher.

• INNOVATION & CURIOSITY: Challenge the norm. Keep learning and improving.

• TEAMWORK & RESPECT: Collaborate generously. Debate with dignity.

• PROACTIVITY & PASSION: Anticipate and act. Care deeply about what you do.

• CUSTOMER OBSESSION: See through our clients' eyes and put them first.

At Media Mogul, data is at the heart of everything we do. We continuously seek innovative and effective solutions for our clients while maintaining a consistent focus on the growth of our people and products.

Location: Chicago (hybrid)

$20/hr

Full time: up to 8-10 weeks
About the Role:
As a Media Operations Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting the day-to-day operations of advertising campaigns while learning from experienced media professionals. This internship is ideal for students or recent graduates interested in launching a career in advertising, marketing, or media strategy.

Key Responsibilities:
Note: Responsibilities will be tailored to the intern's learning goals and team needs

• Learn about the media and advertising industry, including various channels such as social, programmatic, managed search, video, mobile, and traditional media

• Stay up to date on emerging media trends, technologies, and platforms through team briefings and research assignments

• Assist in collecting and summarizing industry news, competitive insights, and consumer behavior trends

• Shadow team meetings with media vendors and tech partners to understand how media is planned, bought, and optimized

• Assist with internal preparation for campaign launches, including organizing documents and notes from kick-off calls

• Support team in gathering consumer and industry insights using research tools

• Participate in brainstorming sessions for campaign strategy development

• Collaborate with Media Operations, Data Analytics & Product, and Business Development teams

• Help compile campaign performance data for internal and client-facing reports

• Take notes and support follow-ups during internal and client meetings

• Learn how to evaluate historical performance data and contribute to optimization discussions

• Assist in maintaining organized documentation of client deliverables and campaign updates

• Provide general administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day team operations

Who You Are:

• Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in Advertising, Marketing, Communications, or a related field

• Eager to learn about media planning, buying, and campaign performance

• Familiar with MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint); knowledge of Pivot Tables/VLOOKUP is a plus but not required

• Familiar with Canva, but not required

• Curious, proactive, and detail-oriented

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

• Able to manage time effectively and multitask in a fast-paced environment

• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude

Final Internship Project:
At the end of the internship, each intern will deliver a two-part presentation to the Media Mogul team:

1. Internship Reflection Presentation:
   Interns will present to the leadership team on what they learned throughout their time at Media Mogul. This may include:

   • Key takeaways from team meetings, trainings, and campaign work

   • New skills or tools they gained familiarity with (e.g., media research, data analysis, campaign planning)

   • Industry trends or insights that stood out to them

   • How their understanding of the media landscape evolved over the course of the internship

2. Final Media Plan Project:
   Interns will also present a full-funnel media plan based on a mock brief or real-world challenge. This capstone project will demonstrate their understanding of:

   • Audience insights and media consumption habits

   • Channel selection and rationale (e.g., social, programmatic, video, search, etc.)

   • Budget allocation and media mix

   • Campaign objectives and KPIs

   • Creative/media synergy and timing considerations

   • Basic performance or measurement ideas

Interns will receive mentorship and guidance throughout the summer to help prepare for this project and are encouraged to ask questions, explore ideas, and take creative risks.

Media Mogul Technologies believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Media Mogul Technologies will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Benefits & Perks:

• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, life, HSA, and disability benefits from day one of employment

• Wellbeing programs include, but are not limited to primary care support, mental health services, pet wellness, and behavioral health

• Unlimited PTO

• Paid parental leave

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Company bonuses or sales commissions

• Equity compensation