Job Description
About SA - Our People
Think of the world’s most talented creative thinkers. Problem-solvers. Strategists. At Strategic America, we don’t bring on anything less. The way we see it, if you’re going to make the best work of your life, you may as well do it with people you like.
At SA, we’ve always been passionate about our employees. Since 2021, we’re also employee owned with participation in an Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP). Employee ownership ensures SA remains independent and allows our talented team members to share in the company’s success. With each year of employment, SAers build equity in the company, becoming fully vested after six years.
Our employee-led, leadership-supported ERGs celebrate the diversity of our team, foster inclusivity and belonging, and create a space to connect to each other. Through connections and understanding, we build a stronger and more dynamic team and help every person reach their personal peak.
About SA – The Company
When you join SA, you join a strategic team (yes, it’s in our name!) who is also wired for action. Authenticity is our focus, and every day we help our clients propel their potential. If you’re ready for a fast-paced environment that challenges you, supports you, and rewards you, then look no further. Our clients rely on us and we rely on each other to go the extra mile, to hold ourselves accountable because we’re better together and we know we can always find the better way.
We strive to create meaning in work and provide more than just a job; a place to belong and grow. As we leap toward our goals that will shape our future, our employee experience is unique. Flexibility, connection, inclusiveness, and collaboration support our well-being and help us be our best. Because when you feel like you belong, work is no longer work – it’s personal. We believe better employees lead to better results.
Join us as we transform your career!
Strategic America recognized as Best-in-Class Employer by Gallagher
About the Role
The Media Intern supports the media team in the planning, execution, and evaluation of advertising campaigns across traditional and digital channels. This role is ideal for someone curious about the media landscape, eager to learn, and excited to contribute to real client work in a collaborative environment. The Media Intern will assist with campaign coordination, research, reporting, and administrative tasks that help ensure smooth and accurate delivery of media initiatives.
As a Media Intern, you will be a part of…
Campaign Support
- Assist with trafficking creative assets and ensuring they meet media specifications.
- Help maintain accurate records of media buys, schedules, and campaign documents.
- Monitor campaign delivery and gather performance data for reporting.
Research & Analysis
- Support audience, vendor, and market research to inform media recommendations.
- Compile basic insights and assist in preparing post-buy reports.
Team & Vendor Collaboration
- Communicate with media vendors to request information, gather materials, or confirm campaign details as needed.
- Assist with reconciling vendor invoices against media plans and campaign delivery to ensure accuracy.
- Help track campaign delivery, flag discrepancies, and support resolution with internal teams or vendors.
- Work closely with internal teams to support campaign delivery and operational needs.
- Attend vendor presentations or training.
Administrative & Organizational Support
- Build Familiarity with media tools, software and agency processes.
- Update spreadsheets, tracking documents, and budget summaries.
- Assist with organizing files, timelines, and project materials to keep workflows running smoothly.
Minimum Qualifications
- Interest in marketing, media, advertising, communications, or related fields.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-moving environment.
- Comfortable working in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Curiosity about media channels — traditional, digital, or programmatic — is a plus.
- Strong communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively.
- Ideal candidate available at least 30 hours per week.
We realize applying for jobs can feel daunting at times. Even if you don’t check all the boxes in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Our Commitment to Inclusivity and Diversity
We are proud to be one of only 25 agencies nationwide, and the first in the Midwest, to earn the 4A’s Workplace Enlightenment Certification®, and we couldn’t have done it without our associates, who participated in digital learning sessions on race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, disabilities, and faith. At SA, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment where people of every background can thrive and feel welcome.
Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Because we are fully committed to our culture of diversity and inclusion, one that reflects the clients we serve and communities we work in, if you’re excited about this role but your qualifications don’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
This is a paid internship that will run through summer 2026.
This position is for candidates interested in working in the West Des Moines office (with flexibility to work remote at times) only please.
