Paid Media Internship

Job Overview

Job Description

Paid Media Internship Learn, Launch, and Grow with a Global Digital Team
Get Hands-On with Google Ads, Meta Campaigns & Real Client Results

Want to Break Into the World of Digital Advertising?
If you’re obsessed with performance marketing, driven by data, and ready to get your hands dirty in real campaigns this internship is your springboard.

Join Pearl Lemon a globally distributed digital marketing agency with 100+ team members working across 20+ countries as a Paid Media Intern and gain hands-on experience managing Google Ads, Facebook/Instagram campaigns, LinkedIn Ads, and more.

We don’t hand you fake projects or training modules we put you in the arena. You’ll be managing real budgets, optimizing live campaigns, and learning from PPC experts who’ve spent millions across every ad platform under the sun.

Who We Are
Pearl Lemon is a fast-growing, fully remote digital marketing agency with a presence in London, New York, and around the globe. We work with clients in SaaS, eCommerce, coaching, tech, and professional services and deliver real business outcomes using SEO, paid media, CRO, and outbound sales.

We believe in giving hungry, smart people a chance to prove themselves and our internship program is a launchpad for full-time roles.

What You’ll Learn (and Actually Do)
Assist in building and launching paid campaigns on Google Ads, Facebook Ads, LinkedIn, and TikTok

Learn the ropes of media planning, keyword research, and ad targeting

Write and test high-performing ad copy and creative concepts

Monitor and analyze campaign performance CTR, CPC, ROAS, conversion rates

Use tools like Google Analytics, Data Studio, and Meta Business Manager

Help develop client reports, performance dashboards, and strategic recommendations

Troubleshoot tracking issues and learn about pixels, UTMs, and attribution

Attend client meetings and internal team reviews to see real-world campaign management in action

What You’ll Gain
Real-world experience working on active client accounts

Hands-on training in paid media platforms and analytics tools

Mentorship from top-tier PPC strategists and digital growth hackers

Certification support (Google Ads, Meta Blueprint)

Potential for a full-time role offer after 8 12 weeks based on performance

What We’re Looking For
A strong interest in digital advertising, media buying, and data-driven marketing

Quick learners who take feedback seriously and execute fast

Analytical thinkers who enjoy experimenting, A/B testing, and solving problems

Strong communication skills and ability to write clean, persuasive copy

No formal experience needed but a basic understanding of how ads work is a plus

Familiarity with platforms like Google Ads, Facebook Business Manager, or GA4 is a major bonus

Why Pearl Lemon?
Global team of marketers, designers, strategists, and developers

Fast-paced, remote-first culture that rewards initiative and curiosity

You’ll work directly with leaders not buried under layers of managers

Regular feedback loops, so you grow 10x faster than in traditional internships

Work on international accounts across multiple industries

Option to move into a paid full-time role based entirely on merit

Internship Details
Location: Remote (or in-office if you're in the UK or South Africa)

Duration: 8 12 weeks (with flexibility)

Compensation: Unpaid (with path to paid role) OR small stipend based on project scope

Time Commitment: 15 25 hours per week (flexible schedule)

This Internship Is for You If:
You’ve been watching YouTube videos about PPC and want to apply that knowledge

You want to work with real budgets, real clients, real stakes

You’re not afraid to make mistakes as long as you learn from them

You’re not just looking for experience. You’re looking to break into a real career