Social Media Marketing Intern

Job Description

Social Media Internship | The Plug Drink

The Tone:
This is a summer internship at The Plug Drink, a company located in Los Angeles, CA, with remote and hybrid work options allowed. The Plug Drink creates plant-based functional supplements designed to support liver health, gut function, hydration, and the immune system. The company is on a mission to educate global markets about the importance of liver health and the benefits of plants, particularly in light of the growing issue of fatty liver disease. This role is essential for expanding the brand’s online presence, fostering community engagement, and driving growth for its affiliate and influencer programs.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Summer internship, 10-15 hours a week for 3 months (August 17th to November 13th)
• Location: Hybrid, Los Angeles, CA (remote/hybrid allowed)

• Team: Social media team
• Mission: Creates engaging social media content, fosters online community interaction, and strengthens relationships with content creators and affiliates to expand brand awareness and reach.
• Tech Stack: Capcut (or similar video editing software)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Interaction: Perform daily engagement and create viral comments to boost the brand’s online presence across platforms.
• Content Creation: Create and edit videos specifically for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.
• Concept Development: Develop innovative concepts and ideas for content across the company’s social media platforms.
• Influencer Outreach: Reach out to influencers and content creators to secure User-Generated Content (UGC) and strengthen creator relationships.
• Program Growth: Assist in growing the affiliate program and help strategize giveaways and potential brand partnerships.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. High school or equivalent (Required); Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred). General understanding of social media marketing principles.
• Experience: 1 year of Content Creation (Preferred). Familiarity with all major social media platforms.
• Skills: Ability to be engaging and outgoing on camera, experience with Capcut or video editing software, superior interpersonal communication skills, self-motivated and detail-oriented, and up-to-date knowledge of culture, design, and popular social media trends.
• Bonus: 1 year of Social Media Management (Nice to have), 1 year of Marketing (Nice to have), and a foundational understanding of The Plug Drink’s products and mission.