Summer 2027 Intern, Marketing & Communications

All Athena internships are hosted in person at our Philadelphia headquarters. The Summer 2027 cohort will run from June 15th through August 11. Interns are expected to work 20–30 hours per week.

About the Role

As a Marketing and Communications Intern, you’ll collaborate with experienced marketers and communication specialists to support the planning, execution, and delivery of both client-facing and internal campaigns. You’ll gain exposure to brand messaging, content creation, and audience engagement—while developing foundational skills in strategic communication, digital marketing, and storytelling. As part of the Athena team, you’ll contribute to impactful initiatives across a range of industries, with opportunities to take ownership of key marketing projects and benefit from hands-on training and professional development. About the Program The Athena internship program immerses interns in a collaborative, cross-functional environment where they work closely with teams across Creative, Marketing, Events, Operations, and Data Analytics—gaining exposure to how departments align to bring projects to life. Our Capstone Project allows interns to collaborate and contribute to real-world initiatives by presenting their proposal to internal stakeholders. Interns are mentored through weekly managerial check-ins and executive support. Athena fosters a culture of support, curiosity, connection, and inclusivity, which allows interns to shine. Our intern program begins in June 2026 and is a full-time opportunity to join the organization.

Requirements

What you’ll be responsible for

Support client initiatives through research, content development, and presentation design. Assist in communication logistics for clientele & coordinate with key stakeholders. Create and manage social media content and internal engagement to promote Athena’s brand, such as event coverage. Conduct research, build Excel reports, and create slide decks to support cross-functional marketing efforts. P