Now Hiring: Marketing & Merchandising Interns
We're looking for awesome, fashion-loving interns to add to our team! This is a paid internship, we are looking for all-stars who are committed to our mission.
We are looking for the following internship roles:
- Marketing
- Merchandising
See below for internship requirements and instructions on how to apply. Please email Candace at candace@giftingbrands.com if you have any questions.
Marketing Internship Description
Apply By
Friday, April 1st - No we are not kidding :)
Internship Dates
Monday, May 2, 2022 - August 12, 2022
Internship Benefits with Gifting Brands
- Real-world experience working with brands and nonprofits
- Making a change in the world through the fashion industry!
- Relaxed company culture (We are a startup nonprofit)
Responsibilities
- Social media content creation & posting
- Assist with TikTok, Instagram content creation
- Basic graphic design conceptualization and creation
- Assist with basic research, production, posting and maintenance of social media platforms and related tools
- Identify opportunities for social media engagement
- Compile social media analytics for the director to review and provide optimization recommendations
- Assist with drafting blog posts, graphic creations
- Monitor social media comments and messages on a daily basis for clients
- Perform routine platform optimization
- Assist with drafting content for marketing channels including but not limited to email, social media, and blog.
- Assist with basic website updates, including updating the blog, product images
- Attend and assist at events
- Collaborate on projects to support the Gifting Brands merchandising team, support the fulfillment center, and participate in special events alongside the team
- Support in various marketing projects: event coordination, public relations, social media, promotions, digital merchandising, press releases, and other creative work.
Requirements
- Marketing, Journalism and/or Communications major or similar experience
- Strong knowledge of social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram (& related tools) Twitter, Pinterest, Shopify, Dropbox, Google Drive
- Preferred experience with social media scheduling tools like (Later, Buffer)
- Preferred experience with photography & photo editing (Photoshop, Canva, Lightroom)
- Passion for social media and on top of current social media practices and trends
- Detail-oriented with flawless editing and proofreading skills
- Highly organized
- Able to meet tight deadlines
- Data-driven with the ability to connect results with goals
- Self-starting, creative problem solver
- Must have reliable transportation to and from Gifting Brands office.
How To Apply
- Send your resume
- Sample work
Addressed to Candace at Candace@giftingbrands.com with subject line Gifting Brands Marketing Intern by April 1st.
Please Note: The internship positions are based out of Little Elm, Texas. You must be able to drive into the office.
Merchandising Internship Description
Apply By
Friday, April 1st - No we are not kidding :)
Internship Dates
Monday, May 2, 2022 - August 12, 2022
Internship Benefits with Gifting Brands
- Real-world experience working with brands and nonprofits
- Making a change in the world through the fashion industry!
- Relaxed company culture (We are a startup nonprofit)
Responsibilities
- Contribute to design development on retail toolkits/ style guides across the portfolio of brands
- Assist team with creation including architectural features, branding, signage, and fixtures
- Awareness of fashion and market trends
- Able to create strong POV boards for projects
- Support Gifting Brands team through a multitude of tasks, including product research and administrative & operational functions to drive the go-to-market strategy
- Assist in completing go-to-market deliverables, including developing assortment tools, product styling for photoshoots, and product education resources for store associates
- Collaborate on projects to support the Gifting Brands marketing team, support the fulfillment center, and participate in special events alongside the team
Requirements
- College junior or senior pursuing a 4-year degree in Retail, Fashion Merchandising, or Business
- Experience in retail is strongly preferred
- Google Suite, Shopify, Dropbox experience
- A strong written and verbal communicator
- “Can do” attitude with an ability to adapt and work collaboratively across teams with a balance of analytic and creative skills.
- Self-starter, resourceful, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Creative, personal presence, luxury brand sensibility and trend-savvy
- Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
How To Apply
- Send your resume
- Cover Letter
Addressed to Candace at Candace@giftingbrands.com with subject line Gifting Brands Merchandising Intern by April 1st.
Please Note: The internship positions are based out of Little Elm, Texas. You must be able to drive into the office.