Intern - Partner Marketing - Summer 2026 - Remote Eligible

Lumen Internship Program

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress. We're looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

Lumen offers students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in digital innovation through a 10-week summer internship. Interns learn, network, and advance their careers while helping drive technology forward - embark on your exciting journey with Lumen today.

The Role

Intern must be available to work full time (40 hours/week) during the 10-week program.

Program Dates: May 29 – August 7, 2026.

Location: This position is fully remote/work from home in the continental US.

Work Authorization: US work authorization required for this role. Program eligibility is contingent on the candidate's commitment to the entire 10-week program. No exceptions will be made.

The Main Responsibilities

This intern will support strategic technology partner initiatives to drive brand awareness, lead generation, and product adoption. Partners to include:

• Alliances/Hyperscalers
• ISV
• GSI
• Data Centers

Key Projects & Contributions:

• Partner GTM Planning & Campaign Execution: Assisted in planning and launching joint marketing campaigns, including email promotions, webinars, and social media activations.
• Content Collaboration: Coordinated with design and content teams to develop co-branded assets such as landing pages, blog posts, and sales enablement materials.
• Event Support: Helped organize partner-sponsored events and virtual sessions, managing logistics, outreach, and post-event follow-up.
• Performance Tracking: Monitored campaign metrics (CTR, engagement, conversions) and compiled weekly reports to assess partner impact and ROI.

What We Look For in a Candidate

Required qualifications:

Enrolled at a 4-year accredited college or university, rising senior level education status at the start of the internship. Graduating August 2026 – May 2028. Preferred fields include but not limited to: Marketing, Communications or related field.

Proficiency and understanding of:

Strong communication skills – both written and verbal, for partner outreach and content creation. Project management abilities – able to juggle multiple campaigns and deadlines. Analytical mindset – comfortable interpreting marketing metrics and drawing insights. Creativity – for co-branded content, campaign ideas, and event planning. Collaboration – works well with cross-functional teams and external partners.

Bonus Qualities:

Passion for partnerships & partnership strategy. Curiosity about emerging marketing trends and technologies. Previous internship or volunteer experience in marketing or communications.

Compensation

Internship compensation ranges depend on each individual's level of education, geographic location, and experience/qualifications aligned to the role. Hourly based pay range: Min: $26/hour Max: $38/hour.

What to Expect Next

Once you complete and submit your application, you will be invited to take part in a virtual assessment. This on-demand assessment allows Lumen to better understand how your skills and experiences align to the internship role. You will receive a separate email invitation (please check your spam folder) within 6 hours of applying. To remain eligible for the summer internship program, be sure to finish the video interview within 5 business days of your application.

Application & Interview Timeline:

• October – First round interviews with top, qualified candidates.
• November - Interview panel with work team.
• December - All summer 2026 offers will be extended by end of month.

Application Deadline: 10/21/2025

Background Screening: If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions.