What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategy Intern (Summer 2026) position at Five Hundred Degrees Studio?
Were Hiring: Strategy Intern (Summer 2026)
Columbus, OH | 500° Hot Start Program
Program Length: 10 weeks (Summer 2026)
Schedule: Part-time, hourly (on-site)
If youre the person whos always asking why, spotting patterns, and connecting dots others missthis ones for you.
This summer, were launching the first-ever Hot Start Internship Program at 500°, and were looking for Strategy Interns ready to roll up their sleeves and help shape how brands show up in the world.
This is not a sit-on-the-sidelines internship. Youll contribute to real strategy work, digging into competitive landscapes, identifying trends, and helping turn insights into direction that drives creative.
What Youll Do
- Research competitive landscapes and cultural trends
- Help uncover insights about audiences, brands, and behavior
- Support the development of strategy that informs creative briefs
- Participate in brainstorms and creative reviews
- Assist with client prep and background research
- Develop original strategy work for your portfolio
What Makes This Different
- Youll work on real projects, not mock assignments
- Youll help shape a pilot internship program
- Youll gain exposure across strategy, creative, account, and production
- Top performers will be considered first for full-time roles
What Youll Gain
- Hands-on experience turning research into strategic direction
- Exposure to the full agency ecosystem
- A final presentation portfolio-ready work
- Resume portfolio development support at the end of the program
What Were Looking For
- Students or recent grads in marketing, communications, business, journalism, or similar
- Strong research and analytical instincts
- Ability to synthesize information into clear, compelling insights
- Strong written communication skills
- Curiosity about brands, culture, and consumer behavior
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and stay organized
Bonus: experience with research tools, data visualization, or brand strategy coursework.
How Youll Stand Out
Were looking for people who:
- Take initiative and follow through
- Bring curiosity and rigor
- Ask smart questions and apply feedback
- Collaborate and show up as true team players
If you want an internship where you actually build strategic thinking, create meaningful work, and understand how agencies really operatethis is it.