2026 Spring Associate - Marketing Development - St. Petersburg, FL (Hybrid)

Job Description Summary

Follow established procedures to perform tasks and receive general guidance and direction to perform other work with substantial variety and varied complexity. Some judgment is required to adapt procedures, processes, and techniques to apply to more complex assignments.

Job Description

Raymond James Overview 

One of the largest independent financial services firms in the country could be the place you build a career beyond your expectations. 

Our focus is on providing trusted advice and tailored, sophisticated strategies for individuals and institutions. Raymond James Financial is a diversified holding company, headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL. Raymond James provides financial services to individuals, corporations and municipalities through its subsidiary companies engaged primarily in investment and financial planning, in addition to capital markets and asset management. 

At Raymond James, we are putting the power of perspectives into action and building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our commitment to associates, and clients of the future. Our company values associate development and growth, offering opportunities through developmental programs, mentorships, and continuing education options. 

We strive to ensure everyone feels welcomed, valued, respected, and heard so that you can fully contribute your unique talents for the benefit of clients, your career, our firm and our communities. Raymond James is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. 

Spring Associate Job Summary 

To be eligible for the spring 2026 marketing associate, you must be a sophomore or junior standing candidate pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in a business, marketing/advertising, communications, or any related arts or sciences field that provides a grounding in research, analysis and communications (e.g., economics, psychology, math, philosophy, sociology, statistics, political science, etc.) field with a graduate date of December 2026 or later. The position is virtual or hybrid are based in St. Petersburg. 

 

This is a temporary role. 

 

Work Schedule: 20-24 hours per week for a limited time, determined by department need. 

 

Department Overview 

Communications 

The Communications team encompasses internal, external, and executive communications for the firm. Team members provide support and implementation for communication strategy, messaging and planning to increase understanding of the firm’s corporate vision, business strategies and individual projects among various internal and/or external audiences. Team members in this role regularly manage communication channel content, track and report data related to specific channels, content, and campaigns, and provide research and tactical support for new communication channels. 

Agency Services 

The Marketing department includes a full-service agency including graphic designers, project managers, account managers, creative directors, video editors, web designers, and copywriters. Marketing management associates on this team work primarily in our account and project management teams and support marketing strategies and manage campaigns for business units, financial advisors, and other internal clients. 

Marketing Strategy & Branding 

This team develops and implements marketing initiatives to build the Raymond James brand by supporting corporate clients and Raymond James national campaigns. The key marketing strategy functions for the firm include media planning and buying, digital advertising, marketing automation, account planning, and direct marketing.   

Marketing Insights & Technology 

This team performs