Marketing & Strategy Resident, Temporary Student Position

Company Summary

 

At EchoStar, hard work is rewarded with limitless opportunities. We’re looking at more than your education and work experience, we want individuals who are bright, motivated, and ambitious. We believe the critical thinking skills you are learning in school can be applied across a variety of business functions, regardless of your major. This opportunity at EchoStar could provide you with a potential fast track for career advancement. You’ll operate at the intersection of brand strategy and local execution, acting as our eyes and ears on the ground while helping us architect our partnership ecosystem.

Department Summary

Our exclusive Entrepreneurial Residency Program is designed to give you comprehensive experience in the fast-paced world of wireless, technology, and partnership sponsorships. With hands-on business and field experience, you will get an in-depth look at how our business works and where you fit into it. Help us build our brand while we help you build yours.

This program runs for 9 weeks from June 8, 2026 through August 7, 2026 in Miami, FL. This temporary student position will be paid on an hourly basis and is overtime eligible. 

You will partner with teams across EchoStar, specifically Boost Mobile, to drive our latest game-changing innovation. Our Entrepreneurial Residents are given a business project(s) with a focus on marketing and operations to complete over the summer and present their results to leadership and their peers. EchoStar provides each participant with a manager to support them with the execution of their project. Our residents will get access to senior executive leaders and subject-matter-experts to deepen their knowledge and help apply their knowledge directly. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities
 

EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for a Marketing & Strategy Resident. This position will be located in Miami, FL. 

Who You Are: 

• A Local Expert: You know Miami. You know where the crowds are, understand the city’s different communities, and can navigate the city’s unique energy throughout the year.
• A Strategic Thinker: You don't just follow instructions; you ask "how can we make this better and take it to the next level?”
• Tech-Forward: You’re comfortable (or eager to learn) using AI to accelerate your research and workflow.
• Built differently: You’re a go-getter, filled with entrepreneurial spirit. You’re comfortable in a board room and out in the field engaging with others. 
• Communication Pro: You can write a punchy, strategic creative brief or project manage with attention to detail that is unmatched. 

What’s in it for you? 

• Real Ownership: You’ll have a portfolio of executed campaigns and "executive-ready" materials to show for your time here. You’ll learn how to get things done effortlessly. 
• Real Experience: Gain a deep understanding of partnership marketing and the logistics of a major market rollout, including further developing your entrepreneurial mindset and skills.
• Mentorship: Work directly with seasoned business and marketing pros who value your input, local knowledge, and drive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the Mission: Ideate, plan, and resource in-market campaigns & activations. You aren't just attending the event; you’re coming up with new ideas, planning their execution, and making sure it runs seamlessly from concept to completion.
• Market Research: Use AI-assisted tools and in-market research to conduct deep-dive research into consumer segments and competitors, helping us stay three steps ahead of the competition.
• Architect: Draft campaign briefs, positioning summaries, and creative concepts that define how our brand shows up in the wild.
• Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for on-campus and off-campus entities, building the relationships that make our marketing activities possible.
• Executive Visibility: You won't just do the work; you’ll report on it. You will prepare executive-ready summaries and present your planning materials directly to leadership.

Skills, Experience and Requirements
 

Education and Experience:

• Currently enrolled at the University of Miami (FL) in an undergraduate or graduate program focused on Business, Sports Marketing or Administration, Interactive Media, Entrepreneurship, Public Relations, Advertising, or Communications
• GPA of 3.3 or above
• Coursework in sports marketing, experiential marketing, brand marketing, community-based marketing, operations, and/or innovation 

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong communication, structured thinking, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Interest or current education focus in field marketing, experiential branding, or regional marketing strategy
• Interest in telecom, media, wireless, or digital platforms is a plus
• Intermediate AI literacy (ChatGPT, analytics tools, AI-assisted research/content)
• Experience producing digital content for internet and social media platforms
• Successful completion of a pre-employment screen including a reference check and criminal background check
• Interested in community-centered strategies and event-led growth across large-scale retail environments
• Analytical experience in using data to drive decision making
• Roll-up-the-sleeves mentality with a comfort level moving seamlessly from executive boardrooms to events in the community
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
• Must be based in the Miami area for the duration of the program
• Capability to fulfill duties through remote work, field-based activities, or occasional travel as necessary

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

Salary Ranges

Compensation: $30.00/Hour
 

Benefits

The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location. 
 
We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
 
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
 
We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.

EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please contact leaves@dish.com if you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.