Advertising Sales Summer 2026 Intern

Job Description

About Roku: Changing How the World Watches TV

Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, with aspirations to power every television globally. As a pioneer in TV streaming, Roku’s mission is to be the central platform connecting the entire TV ecosystem. They connect consumers to beloved content, empower publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and offer advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.

Joining Roku means making a valuable contribution from day one within a fast-growing public company. Employees have the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers worldwide while gaining meaningful experience across various disciplines.

The Roku Culture: Roku fosters a fast-paced environment focused on company success. They seek individuals who are great at their jobs, easy to work with, keep their egos in check, and appreciate a sense of humor. The company values independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast, and achieve extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. Roku prides itself on being problem-solvers who not only devise solutions but also build and deliver them to customers, demonstrating a pragmatic approach to innovation since 2002.

About the Role: Advertising Sales Summer 2026 Intern

Roku is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented student to join its Advertising Sales team as a Summer 2026 Intern in their New York City Office.

In this role, the intern will gain hands-on exposure to the full advertising sales lifecycle by supporting Account Executives across Roku’s sales organization. Key contributions will involve core sales functions, including client research, account and meeting preparation, development of pitch materials, and proposal creation. The intern will also collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as Client Services, Sales Planning, Advertising Operations, Inventory, Measurement, and Marketing to support client needs and business objectives.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings curiosity and enthusiasm to their work, and is willing to take ownership of both large initiatives and day-to-day tasks. This individual should be thoughtful, a self-starter, and excited to contribute to an innovative company operating at the intersection of media and technology.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Build a foundational understanding of connected TV advertising sales and the broader market.
• Gain live business exposure by sitting in on select internal sales meetings and client calls.
• Support pre-sale deliverables.
• Assist with competitive/industry research and analysis.
• Become knowledgeable with Roku’s Ad Sales tools & internal systems.
• Take part in broader business team meetings, ranging from weekly connects with Account Executives to larger org-wide meetings and company-wide town halls.
• Network with other cross-functional teams including Advertising Operations, Inventory, Sales Planning, Measurement, and Marketing – and understanding how each team works with the Sales team.
• Develop a keen understanding of how the Roku platform and unique ad products deliver brand value to support client advertising goals.
• Deliver a 30-minute presentation at internship completion, taking what you have learned to complete a simulated sales cycle – from pitch to close.

We’re Excited If You Are:

• An avid streamer.
• Currently pursuing a degree in advertising, marketing, business, communications or a related field.
• Passionate about video media.
• Above average with Excel and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivated, driven, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Constantly curious and confident asking questions.
• Able to effectively prioritize and manage tasks within a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.
• An excellent verbal and written communicator.

Compensation & Benefits (New York Only):

• Estimated hourly rate: $20 to $50 per hour. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location.
• This role is eligible for health insurance, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, and wellness benefits.
• Roku offers a diverse range of benefits, including global access to mental health and financial wellness support. Local benefits may include healthcare (medical, dental, vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Employees can take time off for vacation and personal reasons. (Note: Not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role; details specific to location should be discussed with a recruiter.)

Hybrid Work Approach:

Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment. Teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work, except for roles requiring five days in the office or offices with a five-day in-office policy.

Accommodations:

Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. For reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com.

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