Summer 2026 Internship

For over 85 years, Doner has worked at the intersection of Modern & Main Street. It’s where we help Main Street brands compete in the modern marketplace and Modern brands scale by connecting with everyday Americans.During our 10-week paid internship program, participants will gain hands-on, professional development experience in a full-service advertising agency. The program will run June 8 through August 14. All interns will be on-site at our Southfield, Michigan HQ 5 days a week.Our 2026 Summer Program is offered in the following disciplines:Account ServicesBrand StrategyContent StudioCreative (Art Direction and Copywriting)Creative TechnologyMediaProductionProject ManagementStudio DesignWhat you will do:Provide day-to-day support on real client projectsAttend internal meetingsLearn about our capabilities and organizationWork collaboratively across various departmentsWhat you need to succeed:Be a recent graduate or rising Senior or Junior in a relevant major. We value a wide range of academic backgrounds and experiences but require relevancy to advertising, design, and communications industry.Demonstrate an interest and desire for advertisingStrong communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation)Highly collaborative and comfortable working with diverse disciplines and varying working stylesThrive in a fast-paced environmentSelf-starter, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks with attention to detailPossess a natural curiosity to learn and ask questionsApplication Materials:In lieu of a cover letter, please respond to the following question:What does the intersection of Modern & Main mean to you?Written, video (3-minute max) and 2D responses will be accepted. Response to prompt must be submitted for consideration. If your file is too large to upload, please share a link to Google Docs, YouTube, Vimeo, etc.Application will close on February 8thDepartment overviews and requirements for application:Account Services:serves as the main liaison between clients and internal teams, ensuring strategies and creative work align with client goals and uphold agency’s standard of excellence.Brand Strategy:distills human insight into clear direction that inspires creative work and drives business impact.Curious and culturally aware problem-solverStrong communicator who blends analytical and creative thinkingFamiliar with brands, campaigns, and basic marketing conceptsContent Studio:supports the creation and execution of social-first content, collaborating with creative teams to bring ideas to life across channels.Social media and/or content creation portfolio requiredFamiliarity with various editing tools and apps such as CapCut, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and the Adobe Creative SuiteStrong interest in staying on the pulse of social trends, platform nuances, and cultural conversationsUnderstanding how different social platforms function and what content resonates whereCuriosity, creativity, and eagerness to learn new tools and workflowsCreative (Art Direction and Copywriting): develops the visual and verbal ideas that bring campaigns to life, working collaboratively to craft compelling concepts and executions across all media.Creative portfolio requiredCreative Technology: bridges the gap between creativity and technology, developing innovative digital experiences and interactive solutions that bring campaign ideas to life.Experience experimenting with emerging tech—like AI, AR/VR, and web platformsMedia:plans, buys, and optimizes where and how a brand’s messages appear across channels—from digital and social platforms to TV, print, and out-of-home.Class experiences covering consumer behavior, data analytics, and media planning are suggestedKnowledge of Google Ads, DV360, The Trade Desk, Google Analytics, Excel, Looker Studio, Tableau, Nielsen, Comscore, or MRI-SimmonsProduction (Broadcast/Integrated):translating creative ideas into compelling broadcast content while managing scope, timelines, and budgets.Project Management:coordinates timelines, resources, and deliverables across teams to keep projects organized, efficient, and running smoothly from start to finish.Studio Design:transforms creative concepts into polished, production-ready assets across digital and print channels.Design portfolio requiredPhotoshop, Illustrator, InDesignNice to see: After Effects or Premiere Pro for motion work, and familiarity with Figma or Sketch for digital layoutsWhat Doner offers:Weekly department presentationsMentorship opportunitiesBoon Health coaching

Created: 2026-01-07