Marketing & Branding Intern

At Ridgeline, we are pioneers in the fight against Ubiquitous Technical Surveillance, helping government and enterprise organizations protect what matters most in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. We are a company built for people who thrive on curiosity, creativity, and solving challenges no one else has cracked yet. Our culture rewards initiative, values collaboration over ego, and gives you the freedom to experiment and innovate. We offer meaningful work, flexible remote options, a balanced work life rhythm, and a team of talented engineers and experts who support and inspire one another. Joining Ridgeline means contributing to technology that has real impact while growing your career in a place where your ideas and expertise genuinely matter.

Ridgeline International is looking for a creative and detail-oriented Marketing & Branding Intern to join our team for the summer of 2026. This internship offers the chance to work on real projects that shape how Ridgeline presents itself to clients, partners, and talent. You will gain experience in brand strategy, content creation, digital marketing, and campaign execution alongside a collaborative marketing team.

What You Will Do

• Assist with the creation of marketing content including blog posts, social media content, email campaigns, and presentations
• Support brand consistency across all internal and external communications and collateral
• Help manage and update the company website and Linkedin
• Conduct competitive research and market analysis to inform go to market strategy
• Assist with the planning and execution of marketing campaigns and events
• Contribute to the development of branded templates, graphics, and visual assets
• Track and report on marketing metrics, campaign performance, and engagement data

What You Will Learn

• How a brand strategy is developed and maintained across multiple channels and audiences
• Practical content creation skills, from writing and editing to visual design and layout
• How digital marketing campaigns are planned, launched, and measured for effectiveness
• The role of competitive research and market analysis in shaping marketing decisions
• How to manage social media channels and website content in a professional setting
• How marketing supports business development, talent acquisition, and client engagement

What You Need to Qualify

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or master’s degree in marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design, or a related field
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing fundamentals
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and comfort learning new tools
• Creative thinker with strong attention to detail and brand awareness
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Bonus Points If You Have the Following

• Experience with design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) or Canva
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), email marketing platforms, or marketing automation tools
• Portfolio or samples of previous marketing, design, or writing work
• Prior internship or work experience in marketing, branding, or communications

Physical & Work Environment

• Must be capable of remaining stationary for 50% of the time; occasional movement within the office environment may be required
• The role involves continuous interaction with computers and other office productivity equipment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ridgeline International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Ridgeline International through its online applicant system, please contact Ridgeline's Talent Management Department at (703) 544-2424 or contact us through e-mail at [email protected]