Marketing & Business Development Internship

Marketing & Business Development InternshipFisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is hiring a Marketing & Business Development Intern to join our team. In this essential role, you will support a variety of marketing and business development activities while gaining broad exposure to the firms operations and strategic initiatives. This 10-week summer internship reports to the Marketing Director/CMO and is open to candidates in Tampa, Charlotte, Raleigh, or Atlanta. The role is fully remote with some travel and requires a 40-hour workweek.About the InternshipFisher Phillips offers a highly structured, hands-on Marketing & Business Development Internship designed to provide graduate and undergraduate students with comprehensive exposure to legal marketing, business development strategy, and professional services communications.This is not a coffee and copies internship. You will work on real projects, collaborate directly with senior marketing professionals and department leadership, and gain experience across eight specialized teams that collectively drive the firm's growth, brand, and market position.Interns rotate through two primary team tracks a Weekly Track (one-week deep dives) and a Bi-Weekly Track (two-week immersions for more complex disciplines) to ensure both breadth and depth of experience. At the conclusion of the program, interns present a capstone project to team leadership.This internship is designed to serve as a pipeline for full-time roles in legal marketing and professional services business development. High-performing interns are given priority consideration for full-time positions upon graduation.What You'll ExperienceOver the course of your internship, you will gain hands-on experience in:Developing and executing marketing strategies for a large professional services firmSupporting business development activities including pitch preparation and client researchWriting and editing client-facing communications and contentManaging social media platforms and digital marketing campaignsConducting competitive intelligence and market analyticsAssisting with proposal development and RFP responsesLearning legal technology platforms used in marketing and CRMCollaborating with marketing & business development teams on real client initiativesThe TeamsYour rotation will span all eight teams within the Marketing & Business Development department:TeamFocus AreaTrackBusiness DevelopmentClient growth, pitches, cross-sellingBi-WeeklyMarketingBrand, campaigns, client programsBi-WeeklyCommunicationsPR, media relations, internal commsWeeklyContentEditorial, competitive researchWeeklyTechnologyMarTech, CRM, digital tools, SEOBi-WeeklyProposalsRFPs, pitch decks, capability statementsWeeklyAnalyticsData, reporting, market researchWeeklyDigital MediaSocial media, digital advertising, videoWeeklyQualificationsRequiredCurrently enrolled in a bachelors or masters degree program (rising junior, senior, or graduate student preferred)Major or concentration in Marketing, Communications, Business, Public Relations, English, Journalism, Law, or a related fieldStrong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detailProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlinesProfessional demeanor and the ability to handle confidential information with discretionGenuine interest in marketing, business development, or the legal/professional services industryPreferredPrior internship experience in marketing, communications, or business developmentFamiliarity with CRM platforms (Salesforce, HubSpot, InterAction, or similar)Experience with social media management (LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram)Basic understanding of SEO, Google Analytics, or digital marketing conceptsExposure to graphic design tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)Strong research and analytical skills with experience in data interpretationPrior work or academic exposure to the legal industryYou're a Strong Candidate If You Are...A self-starter who asks questions and takes initiative without being askedComfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentCurious about the intersection of law, business strategy, and marketingA strong collaborator who can work effectively across teamsDetail-oriented with a commitment to quality in everything you produceEager to learn new tools, platforms, and techniquesRotation StructureThe internship is divided into two track types designed to maximize learning at the appropriate depth for each discipline.Weekly Track Teams (1-Week Rotations)Teams on the Weekly Track offer focused, project-based immersions where you will complete defined deliverables each week. These teams move quickly and provide high-volume exposure to real-world work.Weekly Track Teams: Communications | Technology | Proposals | Analytics | MediaBi-Weekly Track Teams (2-Week Rotations)Teams on the Bi-Weekly Track involve more complex, strategic work that benefits from deeper engagement. Two weeks allows you to see projects through from briefing to completion and understand the full workflow.Bi-Weekly Track Teams: Business Development | Marketing | ContentCompensationThe hourly range for this position is $23.84 - $28.90. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.Why Join UsAt Fisher Phillips, we believe exceptional talent is the foundation of our success and the key to delivering outstanding service to our clients. When you join our team, you become part of a professional yet dynamic environment that embraces innovation and leverages cutting-edge technology. Our leadership is committed to your growth, offering meaningful opportunities to develop your skills and take on new challenges.We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to eligible staff, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) with profit sharing; 15 days of paid time off (including sick leave where applicable); and 10 paid holidays per benefit year. To learn more about our firm, visit