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Publisher Development Intern - Business Development

OpenX, New York, NY, United States


Internship Opportunity at OpenX – Learn, Innovate, and Grow in Digital Advertising Are you eager to gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, innovative industry? At OpenX, we offer a unique opportunity for interns to dive into the world of digital advertising, learning from experts who are shaping the future of programmatic marketplaces.

As an intern at OpenX, you'll have the chance to explore cutting‑edge ad technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and develop skills that will set you apart in the industry. Whether you're interested in market design, technical innovation, or operational excellence, this internship is designed to provide real‑world experience and mentorship in a collaborative environment.

OpenX is seeking a motivated, commercially curious Summer Intern to join our Publisher Development (Business Development) team. This team is responsible for driving supply growth by identifying, evaluating, and onboarding premium publishers across display, mobile app, and CTV.

This role offers hands‑on exposure to the ad tech ecosystem and the opportunity to work alongside senior sales leaders on strategic partnerships and revenue‑driving initiatives. You will gain a strong understanding of how publishers monetize inventory and how OpenX differentiates in a competitive market.

What You’ll Do

Identify and research prospective publisher partners across CTV, mobile app, and web

Analyze publisher business models, ownership structures, and monetization strategies

Support pipeline development and track new business opportunities

Prepare meeting briefs, opportunity summaries, and follow‑up materials

Partner cross‑functionally with Account Management, Marketing, and Product teams

Conduct industry and competitive research across the programmatic ecosystem

Contribute to strategic projects including market expansion and publisher segmentation

Present insights and recommendations to the Publisher Development team

What You’ll Bring

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Communications, or related field

Strong interest in sales, partnerships, media, or ad tech

Excellent analytical, research, and organizational skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

Proficiency in Google Sheets, Slides, and Docs (Excel a plus)

Proactive, self‑starter mindset with strong attention to detail

What You’ll Gain

Hands‑on experience in business development and partnership strategy

Exposure to the programmatic advertising and ad tech ecosystem

Direct mentorship from experienced commercial leaders

Opportunity to contribute to meaningful, revenue‑driving initiatives

$20 - $20 an hour

OpenX is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For all applicants, the base salary range is noted above, per hour. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications.

OpenX is committed to equal employment opportunities. It is a fundamental principle at OpenX not to discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally‑recognized basis including, but not limited to: age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, gender identity/transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, and other protected characteristic as established by law.

Pursuant to any state, local ordinance, or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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