Summer Paid Intern
Saylor
Los Angeles, CAThis is a Full Time Paid Internship
About the Program
Welcome aboard the Saylor Cadet Program, a summer internship experience designed for aspiring creatives, strategists, and producers looking to break into the world of entertainment-forward marketing. Inspired by the deck cadet model—a nautical apprentice training to navigate real-world challenges—our Cadets gain hands-on experience on real client work at a fast-paced, culture-driven agency.
Cadets will be embedded within one of four departments—Copy, Creators (Influencer), Design, Production or Social—while also engaging in cross-functional learning, mentorship, and agency-wide collaboration. This is your chance to pitch ideas, join brainstorms, shadow leaders, and contribute to the work we put out into the world.
What You'll Do
• Collaborate on real client projects across social, digital, and entertainment campaigns
• Receive hands-on mentorship from experienced team members
• Participate in brainstorms, internal reviews, and final deliveries
• Join monthly agency roundtables featuring leadership across departments
• Tackle a capstone project to present to Saylor's senior leadership in the final week
• Take part in Cadet Takeover Week, running our agency's social channels
• Engage with the full Saylor crew through team-building events and cultural moments
What We're Looking For
We're not expecting years of experience—we're looking for curiosity, clarity of thought, creative energy, and a collaborative spirit. Whether your background is in marketing, design, film, media studies, or just TikTok deep dives, if you've got the drive to learn and contribute, we want to hear from you.
Eligibility & Requirements
• Available May–August for approximately 14 weeks
• Able to commit to at least 3 days/week (2 in office at our LA HQ)
• Strong interest in creative marketing, advertising, or branded content
• Must submit:
• Resume
• 2–3 work samples (portfolio, campaign, writing, case study, or personal project)
• Written prompt: “Tell us about a piece of marketing that excited you and why.”
• 1-2 minute video attachment introducing yourself, what you're passionate about, why you want to join Saylor, and which of Saylor's culture values resonated most with you - Curiosity, Impact, Inclusivity, Respect, or Trust.
Ready to Set Sail?
Applications are open through April 15th. Spots are limited—don't miss your chance to join one of the most hands-on, creative internship programs in the industry!
Salary/Benefits
$18.00 - $22.00 /hour USD
Interns are paid depending on experience
Perks
• Assigned mentor and weekly check-ins
• Cadet Welcome Kit onboarding bootcamp
• Feedback and growth reviews
• Final showcase and send-off celebration
• Early access to job postings and freelance opportunities
• Potential extension for standout cadets
Additional Information
The Saylor Cadet Program is a summer internship experience tailored for aspiring creatives, strategists, and producers aiming to enter the realm of entertainment-forward marketing. Drawing inspiration from the deck cadet model, which trains apprentices to navigate real-world challenges, our Cadets receive hands-on experience working on actual client projects within a fast-paced, culture-driven agency.