Marketing Operations Work Placement

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We are seeking a proactive and organised intern to join our International Marketing Operations team. In this hands-on role, you will help optimise marketing workflows by leveraging automation tools such as Monday.com and AI-driven solutions. This work placement is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in marketing operations, automation, and AI, while contributing to the efficiency of cross-functional teams. You’ll also have the chance to share the latest AI insights, ensuring our team stays ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving marketing landscape.

What you will do…

Marketing Effectiveness & Data Management:

• Support the tracking of marketing campaign performance, gathering and interpreting data, via AI powered technologies to help optimise future campaigns.

• Assist with creating reports and data visualisations to measure the effectiveness of marketing strategies.

• Help maintain and ensure the accuracy of marketing databases, ensuring smooth access to critical performance data.

Automation & Workflow optimisation:

• Assist in automating repetitive marketing tasks to help teams become more efficient.

• Work with cross-functional teams to identify areas where AI can streamline workflows, boosting productivity and performance.

• Help monitor and analyse marketing campaigns and trends, providing suggestions for improvements based on AI-driven insights.

Troubleshooting & Issue Management:

• Aggregate and analyse error logs, identifying recurring problems and providing reports on impact and solutions.

• Use AI-powered tools to troubleshoot and solve issues across multiple marketing teams and ensure production runs smoothly.

Asset Management & Process Support:

• Support the transition to a new Digital Asset Management (DAM) system, ensuring the proper organisation and accessibility of marketing assets.

• Assist with the organisation and cleanup of internal storage systems (e.g., Google Drive), ensuring that important content and materials are easy to access.

Who you are…

• Curiosity & adaptability with a desire to learn new tools, including AI-based solutions, to improve workflow processes and marketing effectiveness.

• A love for problem-solving, especially with technology solutions 

• Data-driven interest in marketing effectiveness and performance tracking, with an understanding of how data impacts campaign success.

• Attention to detail, with a keen focus on quality control and ensuring industry benchmarks are shared and refreshed

• Clear and effective communicator, who loves demonstrating their passion for operations. 

Preferred Graduates/Courses/Interest areas

• Marketing analytics & Data Science

• Digital marketing (automations/ops focus)

• Data management 

• Business Intelligence 

• AI applications 

What you’ll experience:

• Collaboration & Networking: Partner and connect with industry-leading professionals, expanding your knowledge and growing your professional network.

• Professional Development: Engage in meaningful events, including executive speaker sessions, mentorship opportunities, lunch and learns, and workshops designed to enhance your skills.

• Showcase Your Work: Present your contributions —a chance to highlight your achievements and celebrate your growth.

• Supportive Environment: Enjoy challenging projects, personalized mentorship, and a supportive team committed to helping you succeed.

2025 Work Placement Program Details: 

• Application Open Dates: 20 May - 31July

• Interview Dates: 2 June – 1 August

• Decisions & Offers: 1 - 8 August

• Onboarding: 2025 September – 2026 May

• Location: London, England 

• Schedule: Monday through Friday.

• Compensation: Paid

Additional Information:

Ancestry is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship, marital status, civil status, family status, gender reassignment, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition, Ancestry will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or adjustment to support you during the interview process, please notify the recruiter.

All job offers are contingent on a background check screen that complies with applicable law.   

Ancestry is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Ancestry via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Ancestry. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Ancestry as a result of the referral or through other means.