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Paid Media Internship - Summer 2026

CompanyCG Life
LocationSan Diego
Work ModeRemote
PostedFebruary 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist with fielding, creating, and deploying Media RFPs, as well as helping to traffic ad placements for client campaigns. Responsibilities also include researching potential new marketing channels for clients.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
219
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
38 hours
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About The Company
CG Life is a different breed of agency, built for the unique challenges of bringing precision medicine to market. Biopharma companies advancing therapies for rare and hard-to-treat diseases face a commercialization gap. They need a partner who has been there before, fluent in complex science, deeply attuned to rare disease ecosystems, and capable of orchestrating every step of commercialization. CG Life is more than an agency—we are defining a new class of partner that understands the full journey. We’re the locals, with expertise in scientific translation and market shaping, omnichannel activation, and patient/HCP engagement, all underpinned by data, AI, and deep domain expertise in rare and complex therapies. Let’s get to extraordinary. Together. Expert capabilities in: Brand Strategy Public Relations Social Media Creative Scientific Communications Omnichannel Strategy & Enablement Media Planning Analytics & Insights
About the Role

Who We Are:

CG Life, a marketing agency, partners with life science and biopharma organizations that are looking to reach and transform care for people living with rare and hard-to-treat diseases. We are a team of experienced "locals" that's comprised of scientists, creatives, and marketers with a shared passion for translating science into brand experiences.

Who Are You: 

We are looking for an aspiring marketing professional to join our Strategic Communications Group (SCG) as a summer intern working closely with the Social Media and Public Relations team. Through this opportunity, you will gain essential skills, hands-on experience, and mentorship in social media and public relations. You'll be involved in real tasks, attend team meetings, and gain proficiency within the department, along with a strong understanding of how our agency operates.

Paid Media Intern Responsibilities

  • Help with fielding, creating, and deploying Media RFPs.
  • Assist with trafficking ad placements for campaigns.
  • Research potential new channels for clients.

What We Are Looking For: 

  • Aspiring marketers with an interest in life science, biopharma, and/or healthcare marketing.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to think critically and contribute creatively to projects.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Collaborative, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.

What to Expect:

  • 10-week, paid internship program (Tuesday, June 8 – Friday, August 14).
  • 35-40 hours per week hybrid work schedule (candidate must be able to commute into the office for their desired role 2-3 days per week).
  • Mentorship and guidance from agency professionals.
  • Collaborate on a group capstone project.

Recruiting Process & Timeline: 

  • Submit your resume and cover letter.
    • In your cover letter, introduce yourself and tell us why you! How are you the perfect match for your chosen role? Let us know your favorite scientist while you’re at it, too. 
  • Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted via email, and interviews will start in February.
  • Rolling Interviews until April 6, 2026 - the interview process for candidates will be:
    • Phone screen with HR (30 mins).
    • Complete a short written assessment to see your writing style for crafting client communications.
    • Department/Team interview (up to 60 mins).
  • Selection decisions will be made by Friday, April 10.

Hourly Rate: $20.00/hour USD

A Note to Candidates:

It has come to our attention that some candidates are being contacted by individuals falsely claiming to represent CG Life. Please note that all official communications from CG Life will come from an email address ending in @cglife.com. If you are contacted by anyone using a different domain, please consider it fraudulent. CG Life will never ask candidates to pay fees or share financial information at any stage of the hiring process

This job posting is intended for direct applicants only; please, no outside recruiters.

Key Skills
Media RFPsAd Placements TraffickingChannel ResearchSocial MediaPublic RelationsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCritical ThinkingCreativityMicrosoft Office SuiteCollaborationProactivityFast-Paced EnvironmentLife Science MarketingBiopharma Marketing
Categories
MarketingCreative & MediaScience & Research