Ogilvy is looking for the next generation of creative talent. The insatiably curious, the dot-connectors, the ones who love to “make it happen.” Your passion for creation has gotten you this far; now see if it can earn you a spot at Ogilvy.
Please note: The application deadline is January 5, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
The Summer Internship Program:
Ready to gain hands-on experience working with live client briefs and contribute to work that makes a cultural impact? Our Summer Internship is the place for you. For 10 weeks, from June to August, interns jump right into the action, contributing to current campaigns and fast-moving projects alongside our award-winning creative teams. Interns gain wide exposure to different brands and creative leaders, with dedicated mentorship to sharpen their craft and gain the real-world experience that makes a portfolio shine.
We’re not just interested in what you’ve done, but how you think. To be considered for a creative role, your application must include a link to a portfolio or sample of work – show us your creative process and unique point of view.
What We’re Looking For: Art Director – Chicago
You think BIG. Yet, your ideas are often simple as you know how to translate them to a social post, an activation or even a product for an impactful solution. You are a team player and know how to partner well. Whether it’s a copywriter or a team of specialists (designers, animators, producers, etc.), you’re able to convey your vision. If the project calls for it, you can be scrappy and resourceful. Ogilvy sets the bar high for taste, artistry, and craft and you are up for the challenge.
What You’ll Be Doing: Learning, absorbing fast-paced agency life & deadlines, concepting ideas for client briefs, creating visual layouts for various media and supporting the larger team with various tasks like pulling visuals/scrap.
What We’re Looking For: Copywriter – Chicago
You write a lot. And read a lot! You know good writing. You can think in big conceptual ideas, but also understand the execution, craft, and nuance of the various forms of copywriting. You understand that there are no dead mediums, only bad writing. And at Ogilvy, you could be working on categories from candles to tech to soda to insurance, so your book proves you are up for the challenge of jumping in/out of voices, tones, and targets.
What You’ll be Doing: Learning, absorbing fast-paced agency life & deadlines, concepting ideas, lots of writing…headlines, taglines, social posts, video scripts, manifestos & more!
What We’re Looking For: Designer – Chicago
You ‘geek out’ on design principles, philosophy, techniques, tools, trends, and love learning the latest, greatest when it comes to anything/everything design, so probably have explored visual motion, 2D, 3D, and beyond. You are logical, analytical, understand the value of design and how it can solve human problems. You have a unique POV, discerning editing eye and can think conceptually when needed. You are also empathetic, collaborative and can communicate clearly.
What You’ll Be Doing: Adapting to fast-paced environment & learning new design software while supporting the design team designing visual for various mediums or helping pull scrap for projects.
What We’re Looking For: Integrated Production – Chicago
You are a ‘Make It Happen’ person, passionate about bringing ideas to life. Since production is an extension of creative, you are an imaginative spirit yourself with an elevated taste-level and eye for impactful work. You understand that there can be trade-offs in production, but to you, nothing is impossible and find ways to be scrappy and inventive when needed. You are organized and business-minded making sure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
What You’ll Be Doing: Learning the basics of production by shadowing on projects, learning the functions of every agency department & how they come together for production, supporting the producer team on various tasks such as timelines, completion reports, work release, liaising between creative & client.
What We’re Looking For: Technical Producer – Chicago
You are a ‘Maker’, a native ‘Content Creator’. You want to learn anything and everything you can about the ins/outs of in-house video production and post-production. From directing, lighting, set direction, editing and sound engineering. You also have a knack for the latest production tech in AI, how it’s helpful tool for creating quick turn social and maybe can teach us a thing or two.
What You’ll Be Doing: Learning the basics of small, medium content and post-production by shadowing our Ogilvy Studio production team. Whether it’s shadowing our Sound Engineer in a VO session or organizing video footage for our Editors to acting as a PA for an in-house production. Whatever the task, you have a ‘can do’ attitude ready to jump in to support & be part of the team.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Learning, absorbing fast-paced agency life & deadlines, concepting ideas for client briefs, creating visual layouts for various media and supporting the larger team with various tasks like pulling visuals/scrap.
Please note: This application is specifically for creative craft internships. A separate application exists for other Business & Strategy roles and can be found on our careers page.
The Fine Print:
- Locations: The 2026 Summer Internship Program will be offered in our Chicago and New York offices.
- Hybrid Model: This is a full-time (35-40 hours a week) paid internship that operates in a hybrid model, with 3-4 days expected to be in office. To ensure you can fully immerse yourself in our collaborative culture, come the start of the program in June, you must be located within a commutable distance of the office you plan to work in.
- Eligibility: All applicants must be 18 years or older, have current and future U.S. work authorization, and submit a link to a portfolio or sample of work.
Compensation: $20 – $25 USD