Communications & Marketing Intern (Summer 2026)

Communications & Marketing Intern (Summer 2026)

St. Louis, MO

Join Advantage Capital's Diverse Internship Journey

Discover Your Impact

Are you ready to apply your skills in a meaningful, hands-on way? An internship with Advantage Capital offers the opportunity to collaborate with talented professionals across finance, marketing, communications, and impact investing while working on real-world projects that drive measurable change. With more than three decades of investing in underserved communities through conscious impact investing, our internship program is designed to develop your skills while giving you the chance to make a real difference.

This internship is ideal for students interested in marketing, communications, storytelling, branding, impact reporting, and stakeholder engagement, all within the broader context of finance and investment.

A Vibrant Community

At Advantage Capital, we believe investment capital has the power to transform lives and communities. Our team is made up of passionate, innovative professionals who value collaboration, integrity, and creative problem-solving. We foster a culture that encourages growth, autonomy, accountability, and teamwork while pushing the boundaries of traditional finance to create positive, lasting impact.

Let Us Invest in You

As a Communications & Marketing Intern, your voice matters. You'll be trusted with meaningful work that aligns with your interests and strengths, supported by mentorship and professional development opportunities, including:

• A 2-day immersive orientation with leaders, peers, and fellow interns

• Ongoing performance feedback to support your growth

• Opportunities to connect with Advantage Capital leaders through presentations and interactive sessions

• Collaboration on a capstone project alongside other interns

Your Work Makes a Difference

As a key member of the team, you may contribute to:

• Supporting internal and external communications and marketing initiatives

• Assisting with content creation, including written materials, presentations, and digital assets

• Helping manage and organize data, metrics, and reporting related to marketing and outreach efforts

• Supporting brand awareness through social media, campaigns, and storytelling

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to highlight impact investing outcomes

• Assisting with special projects based on organizational and departmental needs

Your Qualifications: The Journey Begins

Students with an expected graduation date between May 2026 and May 2027 are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Interest in marketing, communications, impact investing, or finance

• Attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Curiosity about business practices, storytelling, and community impact

• Interest in local, state, or federal legislation is a plus, but not required

• St. Louis-based internships require a minimum 3.5 GPA

Join Our Movement

If you're looking for an internship with purpose-where your work contributes to meaningful change-Advantage Capital is more than a steppingstone; it's a launchpad. Join us to gain hands-on experience, build professional connections, and help shape the future of impact investing.

Advantage Capital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

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