Career Opportunities

Social Media and Community Building Intern 

THE POSITION

We are looking for a Social Media and Community Building Intern to help grow awareness, interest and engagement through social media, especially Instagram. You’ll create short-form and graphic content based on our brand pillars and stay on top of trends to boost visibility. You understand the power of short-form content, have a strong sense of what’s trending, and are genuinely interested in using social media to tell stories and build community. This is a hands-on role where your ideas and output will make a real impact.

• Commitment: 20 hours per week
• Format: Remote
• Duration: 160 hours
• Compensation: $17.87/hour

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Increase brand awareness, interest and engagement by building and maintaining Agency’s Instagram presence
• Create short-form video, graphic, photo, and written content aligned with our content pillars and brand voice
• Repurpose existing long-form content into length and formats appropriate for social media
• Monitor social media trends and leverage trending topics to enhance visibility and engagement
• Track and analyze performance metrics, including engagement and reach, to improve performance
• Organize and maintain a content calendar to ensure consistent posting
• Engage with user comments, messages and DMs in real-time to foster meaningful interactions with followers
• Keep up-to-date on emerging content strategies, algorithm changes and platform updates
• Assist with influencer outreach and relationship building
• Capture content at occasional events in the Orange County and surrounding areas
• Organize and manage digital asset libraries of photos, videos and graphics

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Genuine excitement for social media trends, creating short-form content, and authentic engagement online
• Strong familiarity with social media from regular use and an eye for trends  
• A curious, organized and dependable self-starter
• Strong work ethic, careful attention to detail, and solid communication skills
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Experience with creative production or editing software (does not have to be professionally) 
• Strong understanding of design principles and visual composition

NICE TO HAVE (BUT NOT REQUIRED)

• A portfolio of content created or social media account(s) managed (personally is fine)
• Basic understanding of marketing concepts and e-commerce metrics
• Interest in e-commerce, marketing, branding and/or entrepreneurship 
• Familiarity with any of the following tools:
• Google Workspace: Drive, Sheets, Docs, Forms, Meet, Calendar
• E-commerce: Shopify, Microsoft Clarity, Klaviyo, Meta Business Suite, Google Merchant Center, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Google Keyword Planner
• Creative: Canva, Figma, CapCut, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere or similar
• AI: Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini or similar
• Social Media: Instagram, Linkedin, TikTok, YouTube
• Project Management: Asana, Trello

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

• An understanding of how social media is managed and utilized professionally by brands
• A portfolio of completed work
• Hands-on experience contributing to projects with measurable, meaningful impact
• The opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world business scenarios 
• Direct mentorship from the founder of a growth-stage company
• Training and orientation shaped from hosting over 20 interns
• Positive, constructive feedback to help you grow professionally
• Academic credit, if applicable
• An intern-exclusive discount on Agency products

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Gain an understanding of brand and company objectives
• Connect classroom knowledge with actual business
• Build competencies related to new business development
• Acquire familiarity with business practices and norms

WHO WE ARE

Agency creates lifeproof anytime bags that protect the essentials. We eliminate friction between the everyday and the outdoors to empower an active life of your own design. Inspired by the struggle to manage daily transitions during study abroad in Tokyo, we combine innovative functionality with sleek design so you’re ready for anything. Since our record-breaking crowdfunding launch in June 2023, we’ve expanded online and launched a retail partnership with REI, reaching customers in 50 countries. This year, we will launch a new product on Kickstarter, improve website conversion through customer segmentation, and scale sales through paid social media advertising. Learn more about us at choose-agency.com. 

PHILANTHROPY

We partner with Laguna Canyon Foundation, a local non-profit that leads conservation, trail maintenance and protection of the South Coast Wilderness. We also support community events at REI Laguna Hills where we educate the public on the importance of national parks and the need for proper gear and preparation. Every quarter, we volunteer as a team to support trail maintenance, beach cleanup or other local causes.

A LEVEL PLAYING FIELD

We believe in equal opportunity for all, and strive to provide an inclusive and welcoming workplace without discrimination. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. You’ll be evaluated based on your character and what you bring to the table. 

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LA County Subsidy Eligible Position Information 

Subsidy roles require students to have an LA County based address, and be between the ages of 18-24 years old. Once you are placed in a subsidy eligible position you will be required to present the following documents to processed in a Youth Center (AJCC):

• Identification (School or State ID).
• Social Security Card (Please ensure that it is signed).
• Birth Certificate.
• Proof of Los Angeles County Residency, including a postmarked date (Report Card, Transcripts, or any mail that is under the applicant’s name).
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination OR valid medical/religious exemption.
• The Youth Center (AJCC) will be paying you for 160 completed hours.
• You will be required to submit timesheets to your youth center (AJCC) to be paid for your time worked.

NOTE: IF YOU WERE ALREADY PLACED IN A SUBSIDY ELIGIBLE POSITION, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO QUALIFY FOR ANOTHER SUBSIDY ELIGIBLE POSITION UNTIL JULY 1ST.

💡 Need help with your resume? Check out our resume checklist here! 

Have More Questions? Email us at internships@la-tech.org