Growth & Partnerships Intern

Growth & Partnerships Intern

Summer 2026

June 22nd to August 31st 2026

East Los Angeles (Glassell Park)

About

ACRONYM is a creative firm that builds unreal experiences in the real world. We partner with ambitious brands to turn complex, slightly unhinged ideas into moments people actually feel -  through strategic thinking, technical craft, and the kind of creative problem-solving that thrives on complexity. Serious work, unserious energy.

Founded in the mid-2000s, ACRONYM started out in a small studio in East Los Angeles has since expanded to over 80 employees. Our team works across the majority of North America but has also expanded to Europe, China, and the Middle East.

In 2022, ACRONYM merged with global creative company BUCK, expanding our reach and reinforcing a shared focus on innovative, human-centered design.

Inside the Company

Our work is structured into three core areas:

1. Imagine – Concept development, narrative strategy, and multimedia design

2. Invent – Creative tech, robotics, custom engineering, and software development

3. Implement – Production, AV integration, project management, and fabrication

ACRONYM has delivered large-scale experiences for clients like Google, Netflix, McDonald’s, Gatorade, Meta, Ray-Ban, and Heineken.

Mission & Vision

ACRONYM is driven by a singular goal: to push the boundaries of what’s possible in storytelling through experience. We aim to create unforgettable, engaging experiences that transport and connect audiences through innovative use of technology.

Our core values are:

Innovation & Impossibility: We believe that no idea is unachievable, embracing challenges as opportunities to identify the best tools and solutions to complex problems posed by clients.

Collaboration: We value open and collaborative relationships with clients and partners and emphasize teamwork as a critical component of our creative process.

Emotion & Connection: Our work is designed to evoke emotions and foster human connection, aiming to inspire wonder and bring people together through shared experiences.

Culture 

The culture at ACRONYM is highly collaborative, multidisciplinary, and innovation-driven. Our team is made up of designers, engineers, artists, and technologists who value creativity, hands-on problem-solving, and storytelling through cutting-edge technology. We emphasize emotionally resonant work and seamless integration of the digital and physical.

We support open communication, experimentation, and cross-functional collaboration. We offer a flexible work culture, creative freedom, opportunities to work on high-impact projects, and professional growth through workshops and internship programs.

About the Role

We are looking for a curious, collaborative, and highly organized Growth & Partnerships Intern to join our team and support the development of new business opportunities, partnership initiatives, and industry intelligence efforts. This role is ideal for someone excited by the fast-moving world of experiential marketing and eager to gain hands-on experience inside a creative agency environment.

As part of the Growth team, you will help uncover opportunities, track industry and brand activity, support internal systems, and contribute to the research and materials that help shape future partnerships and projects. You will work closely with the Growth & Partnerships Coordinator and collaborate across teams to support initiatives that directly impact the agency’s growth pipeline.

What You'll Be Part Of

Industry & Event Intelligence

You will help the team stay informed on the evolving experiential landscape by tracking key events, activations, and emerging opportunities across culture, entertainment, sports, technology, and lifestyle.

Responsibilities include:

• Researching and tracking brand participation across major industry and cultural events 
• Monitoring platforms, industry, and news publications to surface notable activations, partnerships, and market trends
• Supporting event coverage efforts and gathering key insights from industry happenings
• Maintaining recurring internal event calendars with updated dates, locations, and brand intelligence
• Identifying new experiential opportunities and relevant market shifts that align with ACRONYM’s client and partnership goals

Account Intelligence & Growth Support

You’ll contribute to the research and organizational work that helps the team build stronger relationships and stay informed on key accounts and prospective partners.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with research on target brands, agencies, and prospective collaborators
• Maintaining account intelligence documents with relevant updates including campaign launches, company news, leadership changes, and strategic initiatives
• Tracking new hires, promotions, and organizational shifts at key target companies
• Contributing to a weekly internal Slack digest highlighting relevant happenings across the experiential and partnerships landscape
• Supporting outreach preparation through brand sourcing, contact research, and opportunity tracking

Internal Systems & Team Operations

Organization and detail are essential to how our team operates. In this role, you’ll support the upkeep of internal systems and collaborative workflows that help keep projects and opportunities moving efficiently.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting maintenance and organization of CODA dashboards, databases, and tracking tables
• Assisting with data entry and internal system updates across Growth and Partnerships workflows
• Helping maintain accurate records of opportunities, account activity, and event research
• Supporting ongoing organization of internal documentation, research libraries, and recurring processes

Proposals, Presentations & Creative Support

You will also contribute to the materials and presentations that help communicate ACRONYM’s capabilities and approach to prospective clients and partners.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the development of tailored capabilities decks and proposal materials for new opportunities
• Gathering supporting references, imagery, and case study materials for presentations
• Taking notes during capabilities and partnership meetings and logging key takeaways into relevant account pages and systems
• Collaborating with the team to ensure materials are organized, current, and aligned with agency priorities

What We're Looking For

• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Interest in experiential marketing, partnerships, live events, media, culture, and brand strategy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn and contribute
• Strong research skills with the ability to synthesize information clearly and thoughtfully
• Comfort working across spreadsheets, presentations, and collaborative platforms
• Familiarity with Google Workspace, Slack, and project management tools; CODA experience is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, creative environment

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience inside a creative technology and live events agency
• Exposure to business development, partnerships, and experiential strategy processes
• Insight into how cultural marketing campaigns and brand experiences are developed and sold
• Opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams across strategy, production, creative, and operations
• Mentorship and real-world experience supporting projects for globally recognized brands and partners

At ACRONYM, we value curiosity, collaboration, and people who are excited to contribute ideas while learning alongside a passionate team. If you’re energized by culture, experiences, and the future of brand storytelling, we’d love to hear from you.

Reporting Structure

This position reports directly to the Growth & Partnerships Analyst and collaborates closely with strategists, administration, operations, and producers across the organization.

What You'll Get

• Paid internship ($21.00/hr) College Credit if available
• Exposure to business development and partnerships
• Experience with experiential marketing and live events
• Direct insight into how agencies win new business
• Collaboration with strategy, creative, production, and operations teams
• Experience working with major brands and potential partners
• Development of research, account management, and presentation-building skills
• Mentorship from senior partnerships team and cross-functional teams
• Networking opportunities with other interns, ACRONYM team members, and industry partners

Position Details

• Reports To: Growth & Partnerships Analyst
• Job Status: Full Time (32 - 40 hours weekly)
• Hourly Rate: $21.00 Hourly
• Location: Office in Glassell Park, CA (East Los Angeles)
• Duration: 9-12 weeks (June 22nd to August 31st)
• Onsite Requirements: Work is hybrid 

1. Monday through Friday
2. 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (32 to 40 hours weekly)
3. In office Days - Tuesday & Thursday weekly