Agency Innovations - Social Media Intern (Irvine, CA)

Social Media Intern

THE POSITION

We are looking for a Social Media Intern to help grow awareness, interest and engagement through social media, especially on Instagram and Reddit. You'll create short-form visual and text 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: Part-time (exact hours to be discussed)
• Format: Remote
• Duration: 160 hours
• Compensation: $18.47/hr (LA County subsidy)

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Connect classroom knowledge with real business planning, execution and evaluation
• Learn business practices and professional norms at a growth-stage consumer goods company
• Build confidence working through business problems that require communication, critical thinking, and collaboration
• Understand how company objectives drive decision making and priorities
• Strengthen communication skills through collaborative discussion, regular updates, and constructive feedback
• Learn how social media supports brand awareness, customer engagement, and business growth
• Build content creation skills across short-form video, photography, graphic design, and the written word
• Understand how brand voice, content pillars, and audience targeting guide creative decisions
• Gain experience planning, organizing, and maintaining a social media content calendar

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
• 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
• Al: Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini or similar
• Social Media: Instagram, Linkedin, TikTok, YouTube, Reddit
• Project Management: Asana, Trello or similar

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN

• 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 25 interns
• Positive, constructive feedback to help you grow professionally
• An intern-exclusive discount on Agency products

PHILANTHROPY

We partner with Laguna Canyon Foundation, a local non-profit that leads conservation, trail maintenance and protection of the South Coast Wilderness. 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.

About the employer

Agency Other Industries

We design bags that combine everyday style, rugged protection, and modular design. Agency gear bridges the gap between everyday and the outdoors to give you options. Our mission is to empower an active life of your own design. We were inspired while studying abroad in Tokyo. Our bags were bulky, unequipped for the rain, and not stylish. That friction made it difficult to live life on our own terms. We believed there had to be a better way, so we designed our own. Since our June 2023 crowdfunding launch, we've grown our direct-to-consumer sales, expanded our product lineup, and kicked off a partnership with the national retailer REI. Learn more about us at .

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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.

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