Growth Intern

Job Description

About HOOST:

HOOST is an early-stage startup reimagining how people discover and book venues, vendors, and vibes for unforgettable events 🎉. They’re launching in NYC and scaling nationwide, focusing on experiences that define Gen Z and Millennials, like warehouse raves and rooftop pop-ups. Their mission is to transform the $153B+ U.S. event services industry by making event planning seamless, social, and fun. They are moving fast, shipping fast, and building for what comes next.

Growth Intern Job Description:

As a Growth Intern, you’ll contribute directly to HOOST’s go-to-market strategy and early traction efforts.

What You’ll Work On:

• Improve visibility for the HOOST platform through strategic growth experiments.
• Support the rollout of their NYC pilot by identifying and onboarding unique venues and vendors.
• Connect with potential customers, act as a guide during event planning by offering recommendations, supporting creative decisions, and promoting collaboration.
• Launch and iterate growth campaigns across Instagram, TikTok, and email.
• Build and manage ambassador and referral programs targeting students and micro-creatives.
• Research trends in nightlife, pop-up culture, and experiential marketing.
• Track growth metrics using tools like Notion, Airtable, PostHog, and Google Sheets.
• Write compelling social content, newsletters, and outreach copy.
• Collaborate with design, product, and ops to align growth ideas with the roadmap.

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience at a real startup working on a live product.
• The chance to launch campaigns, shape strategy, and build brand presence from the ground up.
• Equity and commission opportunities are available based on your time commitment and contribution, and will be discussed during the interview.
• This internship is unpaid until they raise funding or generate revenue.
• A flexible, part-time role running July through December, with immediate availability.
• A pathway to grow into a long-term technical position post-internship.
• Fast-paced learning, mentorship, and collaboration with a small, ambitious team.