The Future of Marketing Starts Here

We believe the best way to learn marketing is by actually doing it. That’s why our 2026 POWER Marketing Internship Program is built around real experience, real collaboration, and real client work from day one.

Over the next 12 weeks, we’ll be welcoming 10 driven interns to the POWER team as they step into the fast-paced world of agency marketing. Throughout the summer, they’ll gain hands-on experience across social media, paid advertising, branding, email marketing, website development, analytics, content creation, and more, all while working directly alongside our team on active client accounts.

This program is about building real skills, developing confidence, learning how strategy turns into execution, and understanding what it takes to create marketing that actually performs.

Built for Hands-On Experience

Marketing moves fast, and we designed this internship to reflect that. As part of the program, interns will contribute to projects involving:

• Social media content creation for Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn

• Google Search and Meta advertising campaigns

• Email marketing strategy and campaign writing

• Blog development and SEO-focused content

• Website projects and creative development

• Campaign reporting, analytics, and optimization

Throughout the summer, they’ll gain hands-on experience in multiple areas of digital marketing while discovering where their strengths and passions align.

And because POWER operates as a collaborative agency environment, our interns won’t just observe from the sidelines. They’ll actively contribute ideas, problem-solve with the team, and gain exposure to the day-to-day reality of modern marketing.

A Program Focused on Growth

One of the biggest goals of this internship program is development. We’re welcoming individuals who are willing to learn, take initiative, ask questions, think creatively, and push themselves outside of their comfort zones.

Some interns may enter the summer passionate about graphic design. Others may be interested in analytics. A few interns could be looking to learn more about advertising strategy. This program is designed to help them sharpen those skills while also exposing them to entirely new areas of marketing they may not have explored before.

Real Work. Real Impact.

One thing that makes the POWER internship experience different is the level of responsibility our interns receive. Throughout the summer, they’ll work with real clients, on real campaigns, with real business objectives, helping contribute to measurable marketing results for actual business owners.

Not only does the experience build confidence and professional skills, but it also gives interns the opportunity to understand how marketing strategy translates into business growth. They’ll leave the program with three months of real agency work and projects they can share with future clients.

Meet the Interns

We’re excited to introduce the talented group of students joining our 2026 Summer Internship Program.

Cayley Davidson

University of Pittsburgh | Class of 2028 | Advertising Team

Cayley will bring an energetic, people-first mindset to POWER’s Advertising team, with a strong interest in social media strategy, branding, and client communication. As a dual major in Marketing and Psychology, she combines creativity with a strong understanding of consumer behavior, while her leadership experience in organizations like Corporate Connections has helped her develop skills in content creation, public speaking, and relationship-building.

Carly Grimm

University of Pittsburgh | Class of 2027 | Advertising Team

Carly will join POWER’s Advertising team with real-world experience managing social media for small businesses, where she has worked on content strategy, branding, analytics, and audience growth across Meta platforms. Through her hands-on work with restaurants and lifestyle brands, combined with leadership involvement in organizations like AMA and Phi Beta Lambda, she has developed a strong passion for digital marketing, creative storytelling, and helping brands build meaningful online communities.

Grace Huang

Cornell University | Class of 2027 | Advertising Team

Grace will bring a unique blend of creativity, storytelling, and analytical thinking to POWER’s Advertising team through her background in fashion design and marketing strategy. With experience spanning social media marketing, branding, UGC creation, product marketing, and audience analytics, she is passionate about helping brands build stronger identities and meaningful connections through strategic, narrative-driven content.

Marina Kontos

University of Pittsburgh | Class of 2027 | Advertising Team

Marina will bring a highly creative, storytelling-driven perspective to POWER’s Advertising team through her background in media, communications, and digital content creation. With experience leading social media strategy for Her Campus Pitt and developing campaigns for nonprofits through coursework and creative projects, she is passionate about helping brands build authentic identities, grow engagement, and connect with audiences through thoughtful, visually compelling content.

Justin Lauffer

University of Pittsburgh | Class of 2029 | Advertising Team

Justin will bring a strong analytical and problem-solving mindset to POWER’s Advertising team, with experience spanning social media marketing, web design, branding, and competitive research. From leading outreach and sponsorship initiatives for his robotics team to contributing to national AMA case competitions focused on strategy and audience engagement, he has developed a growing passion for data-driven marketing, campaign strategy, and helping brands connect more effectively with their audiences.

Simon Mroz

Woodland Hills High School | Class of 2028 | Social Media Team

Simon will join POWER’s Social Media team with a strong creative mindset and a passion for visual storytelling, photography, and digital creativity. Balancing elite athletics, advanced coursework, and artistic interests, he brings discipline, adaptability, and a fresh perspective to content creation while looking to expand his experience in social media marketing and brand storytelling.

Dhruva Patel

University of North Carolina at Charlotte | Class of 2028 | Social Media Team 

Dhruva will bring a thoughtful, growth-oriented approach to POWER’s Social Media team, with a strong interest in digital marketing, consumer behavior, and brand communication. Through her work as a Peer Advisor and the development of independent mock marketing campaigns and creative portfolio projects, she has built a foundation in audience engagement, content strategy, and CRM-focused communication while continuing to expand her hands-on experience in social media marketing.

Alexandria Pickel

University of Pittsburgh | Class of 2027 | Social Media Team

Alexandria will bring a strong blend of creativity and strategy to POWER’s Social Media team, with hands-on experience in graphic design, video advertising, branding, and content planning. Through previous internships and leadership roles with organizations like AMA and Phi Beta Lambda, she has developed a passion for creating engaging social content backed by performance insights and real audience connection.

Sydney Purcell

University of Pittsburgh | Class of 2027 | Social Media Team 

Sydney will bring a collaborative, detail-oriented approach to POWER’s Social Media team through her experience in nonprofit marketing, branding, website development, and event promotion. With leadership roles in organizations like Phi Chi Theta and the Fashion Business Association, along with hands-on experience managing campaigns, social media strategy, and community outreach, she is passionate about helping brands create stronger connections through engaging digital content and thoughtful storytelling.

Greta Reinke

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | Class of 2027 | Social Media Team

Greta will bring a highly collaborative and strategy-driven mindset to POWER’s Social Media team, combining creativity with strong project management and communication skills. After transitioning from mechanical engineering into marketing, she discovered a passion for campaign strategy, storytelling, and content creation through hands-on projects involving brand positioning, audience research, and advertising pitches for companies like Swiss International Air Lines.

The Future of Marketing Starts with Opportunity

Our team is passionate about creating opportunities for young marketers to grow, experiment, gain confidence, and develop meaningful real-world experience before stepping into their careers full-time. This internship program is about building future leaders, creators, strategists, and problem-solvers who are ready to make an impact. 

We’re excited to watch this team grow over the next 12 weeks, and we’re even more excited to see what they build.