Social Media Intern - Spring 2027

Golden Hippo • Los Angeles, CA

1d • $18 - $20 • Hybrid

About The Position

Golden Hippo is seeking a Social Media Intern for its Spring 2027 program. The hybrid role is based in Woodland Hills, California, and runs from January 11 through March 14. The intern will gain hands-on experience with social media at a large company, including content creation across multiple platforms, data and metrics reporting, and other social-first processes. The position supports the social media team for a leading health and wellness brand.

Requirements

• Basic graphic design skills, such as Canva or Adobe Spark.
• Knowledge of photography and video editing, such as iMovie, Adobe Premiere, or CapCut.
• Familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Twitter (X), and Threads.
• Competency with Google Suite, including Sheets and Docs.
• Ability to track and interpret basic social media analytics, such as engagement, reach, and impressions.
• Ability to adapt writing tone to a brand voice and audience.
• Willingness to adapt to the evolving needs of the brand’s social media strategy.
• Ability to meet deadlines and collaborate with the broader marketing team.
• Creative problem-solving skills to develop innovative and eye-catching content.
• Familiarity with meme culture, viral content, and social media challenges.
• Ability to identify and adapt to emerging social media trends.
• Local to the North LA area and willing to come into the office 2–4 times a month.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Support social media content creation, including shooting UGC-style video or photos at home or in the office, assisting with photoshoots and moodboards, creating promotional, sales, or educational graphics, and developing other creative content.
• Ideate and create Instagram Stories intended to encourage clicks, drive website traffic, and generate revenue-driving engagement.
• Report weekly on industry trends, relevant brands, and competitors, and compile reports for the social team.
• Assist with scheduling content in Vista Social.
• Assist with pulling and reporting monthly data in performance sheets.

Benefits

• Charity sponsorships that support positive community impact; the company reports donating over $6.1 million to date.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship and continuous learning programs.
• Fully stocked kitchen and free on-site gym for employees coming into the Woodland Hills office.
• Virtual and in-person company events, including an annual holiday party, happy hours, and virtual cooking nights.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern