Undergraduate Intern - Marketing & Social Media Intern (Hybrid in CA)

ForFutures Financial, Planning, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services LLC • Santa Ana, CA

Not Applicable Posted April 3, 2026 Job link

Responsibilities

On the Summer Marketing & Social Media Intern role at ForFutures Financial, Planning, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services LLC, you’ll support digital marketing by creating and scheduling social media content, basic graphics, and short-form videos across multiple platforms while monitoring trends and audience engagement. You’ll assist with marketing campaigns, email marketing, events, market research, analytics reporting, and coordination of the content calendar, as well as collaborate with internal teams and handle administrative tasks within the marketing department. The role also provides hands-on campaign experience, portfolio-building content creation, exposure to strategy and brand management, mentorship, and practical skills for future marketing and digital media roles.

Commitments

This is a paid Summer Marketing & Social Media Internship offering a flexible schedule of 15–25 hours per week with the potential to increase to 40 hours after the school year, worked remotely or in-office as required, including occasional days in the Santa Ana office. It targets creative, motivated, detail-oriented students or early-career candidates interested in social media strategy, content creation, brand engagement, and analytics, and it is open to all qualified applicants in compliance with applicable fair chance laws, including a post-offer criminal history review tied to specific job duties. The employer emphasizes an inclusive culture that embraces and supports individuality.

Commitments

First American’s Internship Program is a paid internship, which can be worked from an office or remotely depending on the job opportunity. We are seeking a creative, motivated, and detail-oriented Summer Marketing & Social Media Intern to support our marketing initiatives and help enhance our digital presence. This role is ideal for a student or early career candidate interested in social media strategy, content creation, brand engagement, and analytics. This role offers a flexible schedule of 15–25 hours per week, with the opportunity to transition to full-time (40 hours per week) once the school year ends. Occasional in-office days in Santa Ana are required. Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements. By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it!

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Requirements

Exposure to marketing strategy, analytics, and brand management
Strong understanding of major social media platforms and current trends
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Creative mindset with interest in content creation and storytelling
Basic experience with tools such as Canva, CapCut, Adobe Create Suite or similar preferred
Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently or collaboratively
Positive attitude, curiosity, and eagerness to learn

Preferred Skills

Basic experience with tools such as Canva, CapCut, Adobe Create Suite or similar preferred

Education

(Not required) – Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field

Who We Are
Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of the First American family of companies, First American Trust is a federal savings bank that has provided banking, wealth management, and trust solutions on a national, full-service basis for more than five decades. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.
What We Do
First American’s Internship Program is a paid internship, which can be worked from an office or remotely depending on the job opportunity. As a First American Intern you will work in a program designed to help you gain experience and develop the technical, professional and interpersonal skills that will be invaluable throughout your career. As a First American Intern you will gain exposure to working in a corporate environment within the Financial/Title Industry – balanced with intern-specific activities, executive level presentations and networking opportunities – while under the guidance of a manager and/or mentor. Undergraduate students are assigned significant work assignments to support specific business functions including Marketing, Human Resources, Technology, Accounting and Finance.
We are seeking a creative, motivated, and detail-oriented Summer Marketing & Social Media Intern to support our marketing initiatives and help enhance our digital presence. This role is ideal for a student or early career candidate interested in social media strategy, content creation, brand engagement, and analytics.
This role offers a flexible schedule of 15–25 hours per week, with the opportunity to transition to full-time (40 hours per week) once the school year ends. Occasional in-office days in Santa Ana are required.
What You'll Do

Assist in developing and executing social media content across platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.)
Create engaging posts, stories, short‑form videos, and basic graphics using Canva or similar tools
Monitor social media channels for trends, engagement opportunities, and audience insights
Support marketing campaigns, including email marketing, promotions, and events
Conduct market research on competitors, industry trends, and audience behavior
Help manage the content calendar and ensure consistent posting
Track and report weekly metrics, including reach, engagement, follower growth, and campaign performance
Collaborate with internal teams to align messaging and branding
Assist with administrative and organizational tasks as needed within the marketing department
Hands‑on experience executing real marketing and social media campaigns
Portfolio‑building content creation opportunities
Exposure to marketing strategy, analytics, and brand management
Mentorship from industry professionals
Practical skills that prepare you for future roles in marketing, communications, or digital media
What You'll Bring

Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field
Strong understanding of major social media platforms and current trends
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Creative mindset with interest in content creation and storytelling
Basic experience with tools such as Canva, CapCut, Adobe Create Suite or similar preferred
Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently or collaboratively
Positive attitude, curiosity, and eagerness to learn
Pay Range: $15.37 - $20.49 Hourly
This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. **
First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).
First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.
What We Offer
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.
Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.