Marketing & Communications Intern

Want to work for a great Organization?

The American Bankers Association is the banking industry's champion. Joining ABA makes you part of a team that: • has Extraordinary People - ABA experts are the "go to" sources for bankers, policy makers and the media for credible information and insights for the banking industry. • has Unmatched Scope and Scale - ABA's unparalleled information and services keep members current, knowledgeable and prepared. • is Impact-Driven - ABA has a proven record of bringing about positive change for our members and the industry. We take action and achieve results. Plus competitive pay, an outstanding benefits package, a convenient DC location, a professional collegial work environment and an opportunity to work on issues of national significance equals a winning combination!

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Employer of Choice: ABA is recognized with a 2025 Great Company Culture Award and 2025 Great Place to Work designation!

Job Description:

Duration/Hours:

June 7, 2027 – August 13, 2027

Pay rate is $25/hour for undergraduate students (Rising Junior or Senior)

Full-time; 37.5 hours per week

Based in Washington, DC, with an expectation to work onsite at least two days per week.

ABA’s Internship provides students with a paid opportunity to work with one of the biggest trade associations in Washington, DC. This extremely selective opportunity provides students with the opportunity to do substantial work in various divisions across ABA, connect with leadership, build a network, and make a difference.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support marketing campaign execution for ABA programs and initiatives, including webinars, certificates, Foundation programs, fraud prevention campaigns and member-focused resources.
• Coordinate production tasks such as email communications, ad submissions, social media assets, landing page updates, toolkits and promotional materials.
• Assist with content development and updates across digital channels, including websites, emails, social media, newsletters and internal project materials.
• Track campaign details, organize assets, compile performance data and provide day-to-day operational support to help marketing projects stay on schedule.

Required Skills

• Strong writing, editing and communication skills, with the ability to create clear, audience-focused marketing content.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and moving pieces at once.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and digital marketing tools; experience with social media, email marketing platforms, websites or reporting tools is a plus.
• Able to work independently, take initiative and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a remote or hybrid work environment.

Minimum Education Requirements

Must be enrolled as an undergraduate student at an accredited college/university as a rising Junior or Senior (Graduation date: December 2027 through May 2029)

Preferred Fields of Study:

Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Advertising or a related field.

Salary Band Range:

$15.00 - $37.50 - $60.00

American Bankers Association (ABA) is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, personal appearance, political affiliation, family responsibilities, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.