Social Media – Contract Summer Hire (College Internship)

Overview:  

We’re looking for a creative and social media-savvy Summer Intern to join our team and gain hands-on experience in content creation and strategy. If you love TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts—and have an eye for what’s trending—this is a great opportunity to learn and contribute in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 

Project Scope:  

• Assist in editing short-form videos to align with platform trends and audience engagement best practices. 

• Help map out content calendars, brainstorm creative ideas, and contribute to social media strategy discussions. 

• Participate in filming behind-the-scenes content in-office to create engaging and authentic videos. 

Deliverables:  

• A mini report summarizing how their content performed (views, likes, comments, shares). 

• A short presentation or report on current trends, what's performing well, and ideas the company could try. 

Milestones: 

• Week 1–2: Onboarding, trend research, draft content ideas, start filming/editing. 

• Week 3–4: First batch of content complete and reviewed; first videos posted (if applicable). 

• Midpoint Check-In: Present content calendar and series idea; gather feedback. 

• Week 6–7: Final video series completed; content performance snapshot (if live). 

• Final Week: Wrap-up presentation summarizing work, key learnings, and next steps. 

Learning Objectives: 

• Hands-on experience in social media marketing and content creation. 

• Exposure to content strategy, audience engagement, and brand storytelling. 

• Mentorship and feedback from marketing professionals. 

• A fun, creative environment where your ideas can make an impact. 

Location/Time Zone Preference: Irvine, CA area 

This is an hourly contract role intended for college students as a summer internship. The role will start in May and pays $20 per hour, 35 hours per week for approximately 2 months.