Summer Intern, Digital Design, Campaigns & Activations

February 8, 2026

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Job Description

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About e.l.f. Beauty, Inc.

e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. is a dynamic, multi-brand beauty company deeply committed to providing clean, cruelty-free beauty at incredible value. Since its inception in 2004 with its flagship brand e.l.f. Cosmetics, the company has expanded its portfolio to include:

  • e.l.f. SKIN
  • Well People, a pioneering clean beauty brand
  • Keys Soulcare, a groundbreaking lifestyle beauty brand created with Alicia Keys
  • Naturium, offering high-performance, biocompatible, clinically-effective, and accessible skincare

The company has demonstrated extraordinary business performance, achieving net sales of $1 Billion in Fiscal Year 25 and boasting an impressive 26 consecutive quarters of net sales growth. e.l.f. Beauty stands as the #2 mass cosmetics brand in the US and is the fastest-growing mass cosmetics brand among the top 5.

e.l.f. Beauty offers a comprehensive total compensation philosophy for full-time new hires, including:

  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Bonus eligibility (200% of target over the last four fiscal years)
  • Equity
  • Flexible Time Off
  • Year-round half-day Fridays
  • A hybrid 3-day in-office, 2-day at-home work environment (for specific roles)

The company prides itself on a unique culture, total compensation, workplace flexibility, and care for its team, believing it is unmatched across the beauty industry and beyond.

To learn more about the team and culture, visit their Career Page: https://www.elfbeauty.com/work-with-us

Position Summary: Summer Intern, Digital Design, Campaigns & Activations

e.l.f. Cosmetics is seeking a motivated Summer Intern, Digital Design, Campaigns & Activations to play a crucial role in the creation of digital assets across key marketing channels, including email, social, and e-commerce. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, collaborative creative environment, helping to bring real campaigns and brand activations to life through design work. The intern will receive exposure to a wide range of digital touchpoints while supporting high-impact brand moments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the creation of digital design assets for various marketing channels, including email, Instagram, TikTok, e-commerce homepages, and banners.
  • Assist in executing creative concepts for brand campaigns and activations across diverse digital platforms.
  • Collaborate effectively with designers and cross-functional partners to facilitate the journey of creative ideas from concept to final execution.
  • Manage and support multiple projects simultaneously, consistently adhering to established timelines and creative standards.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Must-Haves:

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
  • Must be a rising junior or senior at the time of the internship.
  • Availability for the full internship period: June 1 – August 28.
  • Availability for in-office work in Los Angeles at least three days per week.
  • A strong graphic design portfolio showcasing digital-first creative work.
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.

Skills & Attributes:

  • Experience with Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro is a significant plus.
  • Strong awareness of current fashion, beauty, design, and social trends.
  • Knowledgeable and passionate about social trends and pop culture.
  • Highly organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable managing shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication, time management, and collaboration skills.
  • Comfortable working both independently and effectively within a creative team.
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt, with a proactive approach to feedback and professional growth.

Business Rationale & Impact:

This summer, the Digital Design Intern will provide crucial support across the Campaigns and Activations team, directly contributing to the graphic design of digital assets for e-commerce, email, and social channels. We are particularly keen to welcome an intern with animation and AI experience to help innovate and push our social assets forward, ensuring our creative work remains fresh and cutting-edge.

Note on AI in Hiring:

e.l.f. Beauty may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support various stages of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools are designed to assist the recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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