Advertising Sales Summer Intern

About us

The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide.

At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world.

In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.

Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.

Build a newsworthy career at the FT.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion 

We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups.

Our Internships

We are looking for passionate and motivated students who are interested in pursuing a career in media to join our team! This program is a paid, ten week summer internship.

As an intern we want you to truly be part of the team and to make a meaningful contribution during your time on the team. Our internships are designed to involve you with hands-on project work from day one, you will face new challenges every day and work alongside career professionals. We want you to gain a better understanding of the professional field you aspire to work in, through learning experiences, and gain skills to ensure a successful transition there. 

The Team 

Reporting into the Account Director, the Advertising Sales Summer Intern will be responsible for assisting with comprehensive sales planning for key advertising clients and media agencies across the US. The Sales team generates in excess of $30 million in revenue, and provides advertising solutions across all platforms of the FT portfolio.

What You’ll Work On

• Master the FT digital and print product portfolio
• Thoroughly understand editorial mission and readership profile
• Grasp marketplace nuances across B2B and B2C advertising clients
• Account Management: Plan campaign schedules and preparation of client campaign proposals. Manage campaign and client relationship
• Prospecting clients: Tear-sheet competitor publications both in print and digital. Identify & contact new business leads and target brands to make initial introduction of FT’s proposition & set up meetings
• Manage client e-mailings, mailings, Salesforce updates, and other communications
• Campaign Management: Work closely with digital ad ops team to monitor results and optimize campaigns. Collate screenshots for new campaign launches
• Work closely with research team to provide proactive data to clients and create sales narratives for new business
• Prepare a capstone project to be presented to the Sales team at the end of the internship.

About You

• This is a client-facing role, therefore communication, professionalism, and strong written and verbal skills are required
• Extremely strong work ethic and drive
• Ability to communicate with high-level marketing and advertising clients in a professional setting as well as internal partners
• Strong Microsoft excel & PowerPoint skills. Salesforce and AI fluency are a plus. 
• Confidence and personality which will build strong relationships internally and externally 
• A strong interest in media, both digital and print
• A four-year or in-progress undergraduate degree with demonstrated work ethic and successful teamwork
• 1 to 2 years of business experience, with media agency or publisher experience preferred
• An interest in and basic understanding of global finance, world issues and lifestyle categories (so this speaks to more FTWeekend since the intern sits under me and I’m on the luxury team)
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced team environment and ability to multi-task.

If This Sounds Like You:

To apply please be sure to include the following documents in your application 

• Resume
• A cover letter explaining why you would be a good fit, and explaining your interest in joining our team 

This is a paid internship at $16.50 per hour. 

Application Process

• The internship will be full time from June 2nd 2025 – Aug 8th 2025. Before applying, please ensure you will be available on these dates. 
• This is a hybrid internship, meaning you are required to work from our New York office at least 2 days per week, the rest of the week can be from home. 

Accessibility

We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help.

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