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Intern- Client Service

CompanyVML
LocationDurban
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 3, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the Client Service team in managing day-to-day client relationships and coordinating projects from briefing through to delivery. They will also assist with preparing presentations, monitoring project timelines, and liaising with internal teams to ensure deliverables meet expectations.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
30661
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
VML is a global powerhouse born from the unification of Wunderman Thompson and VMLY&R — two of the world's most powerful and accomplished creative agencies with complementary capabilities and geographic strengths. We have an industry-unique opportunity to provide our client partners with a fully integrated offering across brand experience, customer experience and commerce practices — powered by deep data and technology experience. For more information, visit www.vml.com.
About the Role

Who We Are

VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

 

Internship - Client Service

We're looking for an enthusiastic, organised, and proactive Client Service Intern to join our Client Service team. If you're passionate about building relationships, solving problems, and bringing creative projects to life, this internship is for you.

What You'll Do

  • Support the Client Service team in managing day-to-day client relationships.
  • Assist with coordinating projects from briefing through to delivery.
  • Prepare meeting agendas, take meeting notes, and follow up on action items.
  • Help develop client presentations, status reports, and project documentation.
  • Liaise with internal teams, including Strategy, Creative, Experience Design, Production, and Media, to ensure projects stay on track.
  • Monitor project timelines and support with workflow coordination.
  • Assist with gathering client feedback and ensuring deliverables meet expectations.
  • Conduct market, competitor, and industry research to support client recommendations.
  • Learn agency processes, campaign development, and integrated marketing communication

We're Looking For Someone Who...

  • Is studying or has completed a qualification in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, Business, Public Relations, or a related field.
  • Loves working with people and building relationships.
  • Be organised and pays full attention to detail.
  • Enjoys juggling different tasks without dropping the ball.
  • Has excellent communication skills.
  • Is curious, proactive, and always asking, "How can I help?"
  • Brings positive energy and isn't afraid to share ideas.

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We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. 

VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit  www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.

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Key Skills
Client relationship managementProject coordinationCommunicationOrganizationAttention to detailTime managementMarket researchPresentation preparationWorkflow coordinationProblem solvingProactiveTeam collaboration
Categories
MarketingCreative & MediaCustomer Service & SupportManagement & Leadership