Thinking of applying to United By Blue? Hear what our previous interns have to say about their entire experience.

Internships at UBB are about getting a real and meaningful experience.

They're about taking the lead on projects of your own conception and about learning what it means to grow a business. When you intern at UBB, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a closely knit team of entrepreneurial do-ers. You'll learn how to balance a brand with a social mission and about all the moving parts that turn an idea into a business.

Our positions vary across a wide spectrum, from graphic design to small business development, from marketing to cleanup planning.  We look for current college students or recent graduates with a background in their chosen position, but candidates with an entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit and can-do attitude are far more valuable.

Internships are currently unpaid, but some interns do go on to become paid employees when positions are available. And by the end of the semester, you’ll leave UBB with professional experience, a deep portfolio, 
and, for the best interns, great references at UBB.

 

Click on a position title below to learn more and apply.

 

 

  1. Don’t send us your resume. Yes, this may be the first job since your summer ice cream gig that didn’t require a resume. But we’re serious. Resist the urge to sneak it in.

  2. Answer a few questions for us. Instead of giving us the information on your resume, just answer a few questions to give us the information we need from it.

  3. Send us a letter to explain why you want to work at UBB. Some may call it a cover letter, others may call it a letter of interest. We prefer to think of it as an opportunity for you to show off and tell us why we should hire you. Here are some questions to that will help you write a letter to grab our attention:

    1. What excites you about UBB? You’re talented and smart and could no doubt spend your semester at any company in New York or Philadelphia. What about our company or mission excites you? What do you want to learn here? How does UBB fit into your career goals and aspirations?

    2. Why should we bring you onto our team? What relevant experiences have you had that will help you succeed in this internship? What have you done and what will you do here that will make you the best intern we could hope for? Tell us about your skills and how they are relevant to the opportunity to which you are applying.

    3. When would you like to join us? Are you applying to the spring, summer, or fall semester program? To which position are you applying?

  4. Send us samples of your work. If you’re applying for graphic design or film and photography, send us your portfolio and a link to your web site if you have one (there’s a spot for it in the application portal). If you are applying to any other position, send us a writing sample and a link to your blog if you have one.

  5. Follow up with Alli by emailing her at [email protected] or calling her at 215-642-0694. This part is optional, but it helps us put faces (or at least voices) to the applications we receive.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, which means there is no deadline but when positions are filled, they’re filled. Submit your application early so that you can be the one to snag the best internship in Philadelphia. Read more at http://www.unitedbyblue.com/internships and email [email protected] if you have any questions!

 

Fall 2012 Dates

September 10 - December 14, 2012

Spring 2013 Dates

January 7 - May 10, 2013

Summer 2013 Dates

May 28 - August 17, 2013

 

If you still aren’t completely convinced that a semester with UBB will be

one of the best you ever have, read what some former interns have to say!

"United By Blue is a friendly work environment where everyone can count on lending a hand and voicing opinion.  I'm confident going into the job market after working with UBB because I learned how to collaborate with others, improve problem solving skills on marketing issues, and gained a better understanding of the social and sustainable space in retail. I'm excited to show off my internship to other employers, but I'm really excited about the skills that I picked up and can use in my everyday life. It was a great experience and the contacts I've made are more than just business."

-Zachary Coss

"The opportunity to intern at United by Blue is one not to be missed!  As a Product Development intern,  I was able to work alongside fellow interns and coworkers to design and edit for upcoming seasons.  This allowed me to utilize my current design skills while also learning how to successfully run a business and interact professionally with clients.  Not only did I acquire many skills, but also had a fantastic time while doing so! The office environment is very welcoming and everyone is willing to help if you have a question or concern.  I am confident that the hands-on experience gained through my internship will continue to help me grow in my future endeavors.  And my personal recommendation is to attend a cleanup!  It was definitely one of the most rewarding aspects of my internship."

-Tabitha Giuliano

"Working at UBB was an amazing experience. Because the company has a unique mission and is still in its startup phase, there’s a lot of room for new ideas. UBB is so young that there’s bound to be hundreds of opportunities that it hasn’t yet explored. The environmental nature of the company also allows for collaboration and promotion that otherwise wouldn’t be possible. Possibly the greatest aspect is that you will not only be allowed, but expected, to work on the ideas and projects that you generate. It’s a marketing major’s dream: not only are you spreading awareness and selling products for a very cool company, you’re also spreading knowledge and power towards a greater movement. It’s amazing to be part of something bigger than yourself, and working at UBB allows you to be just that."

-Kenneth Taylor

"My time with United By Blue for the summer has been a great learning experience. As a marketing student, there is only so much you learn from a textbook and in a classroom. By working with UBB in the Marketing Program , I was able to hone my time management and project planning skills, and I was able to put the skills and lessons I learned from my classes to practical use. As an intern, you will get the opportunity to work on projects that effect the company's grow and development, and if you have an idea for a project of your own, you are always encouraged to develop it into something tangible and actionable. The United By Blue intern experience is a great opportunity for people to learn, grow, and help the environment. You will not be disappointed."

-Justin Lewis

"I learned how to promote a brand online, how to drive online traffic, and optimize on-site conversions. I also learned how to speak about a brand, not just a product. Finally the biggest skill I’m taking away from my time at United by Blue is how to integrate a community into a company. Through ocean clean-ups, to Temple’s Sustainability Day, and holiday sample sales, United by Blue has successfully integrated itself into a community niche. The mutual dependency of this relationship is a true testament to the meaningful work United by Blue does."

-Ashley DiTomaso