The Ogilvy Group | 2026 Summer Internships Program

Locations: New York, NY & Chicago, IL

Deadline: January 5, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET

Duration: 10 weeks (June–August)

Compensation: $20–$25 USD/hour

Format: Hybrid (35–40 hours/week, 3–4 days in office)

Ogilvy is seeking the next generation of creative and business talent. These 10-week paid summer internships program offer hands-on experience working with live client briefs, contributing to campaigns that make cultural impact, and collaborating with award-winning teams. Interns gain mentorship, exposure to diverse brands, and real-world skills that strengthen portfolios and resumes.

Internship Tracks

Ogilvy offers placements across both Creative Craft and Business & Strategy roles. Applicants must choose the track that best fits their skills and interests.

Creative Craft Internships

Art Director
- Conceptualize ideas and translate them into impactful visual solutions.
- Collaborate with copywriters, designers, animators, and producers.
- Portfolio required: show creative process and unique point of view.
Copywriter
- Write across formats: headlines, taglines, social posts, video scripts, manifestos.
- Strong writing habits and ability to adapt tone across categories.
- Portfolio required: demonstrate conceptual thinking and executional craft.
Designer
- Explore design principles, motion, 2D/3D, and visual trends.
- Support design team with visuals and scrap collection.
- Portfolio required: highlight problem-solving through design.
Integrated Production
- Shadow producers and learn how departments collaborate for production.
- Support tasks such as timelines, completion reports, and client liaison.
- Portfolio required: demonstrate creativity and resourcefulness.

Business & Strategy Internships

Account Management
Analytics
Brand Planning
Strategy Consulting
Finance
Influencer Strategy
Media & Connections
New Business
Project Management & Operations
Public Relations
Social Strategy
Note: Creative internships require a portfolio submission. Business internships do not.

Responsibilities

Across all tracks, interns will:

Contribute to live projects and fast-moving campaigns.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Learn to adapt to agency deadlines and client needs.
Gain exposure to Ogilvy’s culture of Borderless Creativity.

Eligibility

Must be 18 years or older.
Current undergraduate juniors preferred (Business track).
Current & future U.S. work authorization required.
Must live within commutable distance of chosen office (New York or Chicago).

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

Resume/CV
Portfolio or sample of work (for Creative roles)
Responses to application questions:
1. Impact Story (Business track):
  - Share a time when your actions, attention to detail, or thoughtful approach made a difference.
  - Describe the situation, what you did, and how it shaped your view of teamwork and impact.
2. Uniqueness Prompt (Creative track):
  - Tell us what makes you uniquely you.
  - What can you bring to the Ogilvy community that no one else can?
  - Response options:
    - Written piece (max 250 words)
    - Video submission (max 3 minutes)
    - Other creative output

Additional Information

Commitment to Diversity & Equity: Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer. No discrimination based on protected characteristics.
Benefits: Competitive package offered.
Quote to inspire: “What you show is more important than what you say.” – David Ogilvy

Why Join Ogilvy?

Work at one of the world’s leading creative agencies.
Gain mentorship from industry leaders.
Build a portfolio or resume with real-world impact.
Experience Ogilvy’s culture of collaboration, integrity, and self-expression.
Be part of initiatives that leave a positive impact on global communities.

Key Dates

Application Deadline: January 5, 2026
Program Start: June 2026
Program End: August 2026