Eight Rising Creatives Join Signal Theory as Summer 2026 Interns

Signal Theory has welcomed its 2026 class of summer interns. Eight students representing five universities across the country will join the agency’s Kansas City office, gaining hands-on experience across art direction, copywriting, content strategy, account management and production. 

This year’s class brings diverse talent from various backgrounds, disciplines and pathways into the industry – including one Resonance Scholarship recipient, two BLAC Program students and five students selected through Signal Theory’s open internship application process. 

“Every year we’re blown away by the talent that applies to our internship program, and this year’s class is no exception,” said Nancy Lischer, Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at Signal Theory. “Last year, several of our interns went on to join Signal Theory full-time. We’re proud to play a role in developing the next generation of creative talent here in Kansas City.”

Signal Theory’s internship program reflects the agency’s broader commitment to cultivating boundary-pushing creative talent – reinforcing its value that the best work comes from a wide range of fresh perspectives.

“We believe remarkable brands are built by remarkable people,” said John January, co-CEO of Signal Theory. “Investing in young talent that reflects the diversity of the audiences we serve is central to who we are and how we create our best work.”

The 2026 internship program runs from May 26 through August 13, giving students nearly three months of hands-on agency experience.  

Art Direction

Evan Johnson, University of Missouri (Strategic Communications), is a BLAC Internship Program alumnus and brings a strong art direction background to the team.

Jerell Brown, Kansas City Art Institute (Graphic Design), joins as part of the 2026 BLAC Internship Program cohort and is driven to improve local brands and make an impact across Kansas City industries.

Content Strategy

Kendall Williams, University of Missouri (Strategic Communications), is a recent graduate and a 2026 BLAC Internship Program cohort member. With minors in Business and Spanish, her multidisciplinary background will help shape compelling content strategies across clients.

Kendell Moats, Ithaca College (Advertising, Public Relations & Marketing Communication), is a May 2027 graduate eager to explore how behavioral science applies to content strategy. 

Copywriting

Claire Redick, Washington University (English Literature & Creative Writing; Film & Media Studies), joins as a recent graduate with a strong foundation in storytelling and narrative craft.

Account Management

Celina Do-Tran, University of Kansas (Digital Marketing; Advertising & Public Relations), is a recent graduate and brings a unique blend of marketing strategy and behavioral insight.

Hanna Thompson, University of Missouri (Strategic Communications), joins as a recent graduate with account management experience. 

Production

Karl Washington III, Kansas City Art Institute (Animation), joins the Signal Theory Productions team as a recipient of the Signal Theory Resonance Scholarship, awarded in 2024.