Job Description

Ad Populum aligns corporate strategy and fosters growth across its unique, robust roster of subsidiary companies. With a diverse portfolio of legendary brands including NECA, Chia Pet, Rubies Costumes, Enesco, Kidrobot, WizKids, ExKaliber, Graceland, and Radical Share, Ad Populum is a leader in pop culture collectibles, iconic American products, Halloween costumes, gifts, home décor, tabletop gaming, Amazon brands, and digital marketing. Our subsidiaries are renowned for their innovation, quality, and cultural significance, making Ad Populum a dynamic force in the entertainment, consumer products, and digital marketing industries. NECA, LLC. is known as National Entertainment Collectibles Association, one of the leading manufacturers for licensed merchandise. Since the inception of its toy division in 2002, NECA became synonymous with the horror genre, releasing some of the most sought-after collectibles for slasher icons such as Michael Myers, Jason Voorhees, and Freddy Krueger, while shining a light on niche characters like Sam from Trick-r-Treat. In the years since, NECA has also become a staple collectible manufacturer for the Alien & Predator franchises, and more recently, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Internship Overview: The Ad Populum Internship Program offers students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various brands and departments within our organization. Interns will work on real projects, collaborate with team members, and develop skills that are essential for their future careers. We’re seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our dynamic team for a Summer Internship opportunity at Rubies. This internship will run for a ten (10) consecutive weeks between June and August. Based on site at our offices located in Hillside, New Jersey. Relocation will not be provided. The pay rate for this internship is $20.00 per hour (not negotiable.) Offering hands-on experience and exposure to the exciting world of licensed collectibles and pop-culture merchandise, we have opportunities available in both Marketing and Product E-Commerce! Responsibilities: Assist department initiatives with the ability to work on meaningful projects that make a direct impact on company operations Collaborate with teams cross-functionally in a creative environment Develop industry knowledge and valuable skills to help build your career Conduct research and analysis to support team objectives Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas Shadow team members to understand departmental functions and processes Prepare reports and presentations as needed Collaborate with other interns on cross-departmental projects Final candidates will receive a tailored job description for their assigned department. Qualifications: Currently enrolled in a college or university degree or advanced degree program (2025 grads invited to apply.) Must be able to commute to our office and work on-site 3-4 days each week Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Creative thinker with attention to detail Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment Have a passion for celebrations, pop-culture, entertainment, and creative industries Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ad Populum Offers: Hourly rate $20.00 per hour (non-negotiable) Hands-on professional work experience across multiple disciplines Mentorship from experienced professionals Networking opportunities within the company Potential for future employment opportunities This position is based on-site in our Hillside, New Jersey office location. Relocation support is not available. Ad Populum LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

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Hourly pay, Work experience placement, Summer work, Summer internship, Local area, Relocation, Relocation package, 3 days per week,

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