Smartly is excited to kick off applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program!
We’re looking for curious, motivated, and driven students to join us across a variety of teams, where you’ll gain hands-on experience working on meaningful projects that make a real impact. Over the course of the 10-week program, interns will collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute fresh ideas, and explore innovative ways to improve how we work—often leveraging data, technology, and AI.
This is a unique opportunity to build real-world skills, learn from experienced professionals, and gain insight into how a global organization operates. Whether your interests lie in People & HR, Operations, Commercial, Data, or beyond, you’ll have the chance to contribute to impactful initiatives and grow your professional toolkit.
As a Smartly Intern, you will…- Work on high-impact projects aligned with your team’s goals
- Collaborate with stakeholders across functions and geographies
- Conduct research, analyze data, and present insights or recommendations
- Explore innovative tools and technologies, including AI, to improve processes
- Participate in team meetings, mentorship opportunities, and intern programming
- Deliver a final project or presentation showcasing your work and learnings
- Is a rising Junior, Senior, or recent graduate from an accredited 4-year college or university
- Is curious, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Has strong analytical and communication skills
- Enjoys problem-solving and thinking critically
- Is interested in technology, innovation, and/or business operations
- Is a team player who can collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Is authorized to work in the United States
This internship is paid at $20 per hour and will be approximately 30 hours per week between June 2nd and August 7th of 2026.
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Smartly is the AI-powered advertising technology company transforming ad experiences for brands and their consumers. Our comprehensive advertising platform seamlessly integrates the capabilities of media, creative, and intelligence to power more than 800 billion impressions and generate more than 300 billion creatives annually, delivering tangible business outcomes for brands and advertisers.
Smartly is the only company in the industry recognized as a Leader in The Forrester Wave: Creative Advertising Technologies with PwC validating the results it delivers for brands. We manage creative and media for 700+ brands worldwide and $6B in ad spend across the largest media platforms, including Facebook, Google, Instagram, Pinterest, Snap, and TikTok. Our end-to-end technology, unmatched access to media platforms and exceptional customer service help Fortune 500 brands to reach and engage consumers and learn what performs best.Smartly is a multinational and diverse team of 750+ Smartlies from 60+ nationalities, working in 13 countries. Together, we want to create and maintain an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and heard. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach is at the heart of it.
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