MBA Summer Intern

Role Overview

Dog Water Studios is seeking a highly motivated MBA Summer Intern to join our team. Your primary focus will be on our upcoming title, Imprint. We need a proactive individual who can handle paperwork, operations, and act as a liaison with outside agencies, allowing our founder to focus on the technical side of development. You will be set up with a Microsoft suite and a company email address for all official communications.

Job Duties

• Serve as the primary liaison connecting Dog Water Studios with outside agencies, storefronts, and console platforms (e.g., Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, Steam).
• Source, hire, and manage a diverse range of freelance contractors to support our projects (including translators, localization experts, QA testers, voice actors, promotional artists, video editors, and PR consultants).
• Oversee administrative operations and legal paperwork, such as verifying and managing trademarks related to Imprint and drafting contractor agreements.
• Conduct comprehensive marketing analysis and implement effective SEO and promotional strategies.
• Focus on driving operational execution, preparing Imprint for a successful release, and coordinating all facets of its go-to-market strategy.

Logistics & Expectations

• Duration: June 1st to July 16th, 2026.
• Equipment: You will be provided access to a Microsoft suite and a company email address.
• Location: Work can be done entirely remotely, but you have the option to work from the Georgetown Venture Lab (200 Mass Ave NW, Washington, D.C.) if you prefer an office environment.
• Meetings: We have optional in-person meetings each Tuesday for two hours from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Noon) at the Venture Lab.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited MBA program.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid/remote environment.
• Problem solver. Will seek solutions and is willing to learn.

Nice-to-Haves

• A passion for video games, especially narrative-driven or educational titles.
• Previous experience or coursework in the entertainment, media, or tech industry.
• Familiarity with startup environments and agile methodologies.

Applications are closed. This position closed on May 22, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.