Brand Marketing Intern

Job Description

About the Company:
This internship is with a private jewelry company, specifically mentioning “SSNY sales,” which implies SSNY is the company’s brand or a significant part of its operations. The company is seeking to enhance its public image, reputation, and sales through strategic brand marketing efforts.

Job Description (Detailed):

Job Title: Brand Marketing Intern

Nature of Employment: This is an unpaid, part-time internship specifically designed for skill-building and hands-on experience. It provides educational training in brand management and professional skills.

Duration & Schedule:
• Internship Duration: 4-5 months.
• Tentative Start Date: September 1st, 2025.
• Tentative End Date: December 19th, 2025.
• Extension: Possibility of extension based on mutual interest, performance, and learning objectives.
• Hours/Week: 10-15 hours.

Work Environment & Location:
• Hybrid Work Environment: A mix of onsite and remote work.
• Onsite: 1 day a week in New York City, NY (day TBD based on intern’s schedule).
• Remote: 1 Zoom meeting per week (time/day TBD based on intern’s schedule).
• Location: New York City, NY.

Core Responsibilities & Learning Objectives:
The intern will play a crucial role in the company’s marketing and brand efforts, with tasks spanning:
• Brand Strategy: Developing and maintaining the company’s brand strategy, voice, and visual identity.
• Marketing Campaigns: Planning and executing campaigns to build brand awareness and loyalty.
• Collaboration: Working closely with various teams (Marketing, Brand, CEO) to align on brand goals, create content, and execute strategies, including contributing to pitch decks and sales initiatives.
• Brand Management: Overseeing the creation of branded content and ensuring consistency across all platforms and channels.
• Brand Research: Analyzing market trends, customer feedback, and performance metrics to inform strategic decisions.
• Networking & Relationships: Connecting with vendors and other collaborators, managing brand partnerships, sponsorships, and influencer collaborations.
• Brand Communications: Ensuring both internal and external communications accurately reflect the brand’s values and positioning.
• Sales: Actively interacting with potential customers to guide them through the sales process and drive “SSNY sales.”

Training Structure:
The internship includes a structured training program designed to support learning and development:
• Handover Training
• HR Training
• Team Training
• Management Check-Ins
• One-On-One Check-Ins
• Reflections

Required Competencies:

• Knowledge:
• Brand management and marketing strategies.
• Building and maintaining vendor/client relationships.
• Pitching brand narrative to various stakeholders.
• Sales knowledge.
• Knowledge of other cultures and intersectional identities.
• Knowledge of diverse backgrounds and strategies for collaboration.
• Task tracking, prioritization, and delegation strategies.
• Skills:
• Writing Skills: Professional writing that supports brand goals and elevates reputation.
• Task Prioritization: Ability to recognize and prioritize important tasks.
• People Skills: Friendly and approachable style.
• Promoter: Strong supporter and advocate for the brand.
• Diversity Training: Cultural sensitivity.
• Negotiations: Ability to reach agreements in sales.
• Mediation: Ability to resolve conflicts.
• Active Listener: Fully understanding and responding empathetically.
• Organization: Calendar management, goal setting, time blocking, task estimation.
• Communication Skills: Staying updated with colleagues on individual and team progress, and task delegation.
• Abilities:
• Flexibility/Adaptability: Adjusting priorities in a fast-changing environment.
• Creative Confidence: Ability to create strong visuals.
• Social Skills: Gauging social cues.
• Networking: Enjoys networking.
• Respect: Showing appreciation for other cultures (e.g., through videography).
• Collaboration: Working effectively on cross-functional teams.
• Responsible With Feedback: Giving constructive feedback and handling criticism productively.
• Stamina: Maintaining focus for efficient task completion.
• Multitasking: Handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Task Prioritization: Prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and importance.
• Other:
• Personable Personality
• Fortified Attitude (resilience)
• Empathy
• Openness
• Extroverted/Outgoing
• Self-Motivated

Work Environment/Physical Demands:
• Hybrid office environment.
• Ability to sit and perform computer work for prolonged periods.
• Minimal Physical Demands (able to lift small items up to 20 lbs).

Required Education:
• High School Diploma.
• Currently working towards a college degree.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Strong interest in the fashion industry and jewelry.
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, PR, Communications, or a related field.
• Previous experience in sales, brand management, or similar roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, and Trello.
• Strong organization skills; detail-oriented.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to produce clear, concise, and professional content.

Other Information:
• This position may be eligible for school credit through approved arrangements with the intern’s educational institution.
• The company does not provide visa sponsorship.