Summer Intern, Influencer & Content Creation

e.l.f. Beauty • Los Angeles, CA

2d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

e.l.f. Cosmetics is seeking a Summer Intern, Influencer & Content Creation to support creator relationship operations, campaign planning, and event activation across our influencer ecosystem. In this role, you’ll help manage day-to-day creator programs, build and maintain campaign lists, and support high-profile events and cultural moments. This internship offers hands-on experience in influencer marketing and creator operations within a fast-paced, culturally driven environment.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
• Must be a rising junior or senior at the time of the internship
• Must be available for the full internship period: June 1 - August 28.
• Proficient in deck creation (PowerPoint or Google Slides) and list management tools (Excel, Google Sheets, or Airtable)
• Demonstrated interest in the creator economy through personal content creation, creator community engagement, or relevant coursework
• Comfortable interacting with influencers and VIP talent in professional settings
• Available for in-office work in Los Angeles at least three days per week, with flexibility based on team needs and event dates
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and personalization
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Enthusiasm for the beauty industry and cultural fluency across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube

Nice To Haves

• Personal experience as a micro or nano creator on any platform
• Previous internship or work experience in influencer marketing, talent management, PR, or social media
• Familiarity with creator management platforms (e.g., CreatorIQ, AspireIQ, Tribe)
• Understanding of the beauty industry competitive landscape and creator dynamics
• Event logistics or experiential marketing experience
• Passion for e.l.f. Beauty values, including accessibility, inclusivity, and cultural disruption

Responsibilities

• Execute a weekly personalized creator mailer program (50–75 creators per week), including product selection, handwritten note coordination, and shipment tracking
• Maintain creator database hygiene in CreatorIQ, ensuring accurate contact details, content preferences, and relationship history
• Support PR box campaign logistics, including creator vetting and fulfillment coordination with agency partners
• Build custom, vetted creator lists for each product launch and brand activation (supporting approximately 8–12 campaigns over the summer)
• Cross-reference creator lists against brand safety protocols and organic content history using Viral Nation Secure
• Maintain campaign tracking documentation to monitor creator participation, content performance, and relationship momentum
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align creator strategy with product marketing calendars
• Provide on-site support for creator events and activations, including tentpole cultural moments and studio sessions
• Coordinate pre-event creator communications, logistics, and gift suite preparation
• Support post-event content tracking and relationship follow-up to extend cultural impact
• Document event learnings and creator feedback to inform future activation strategy
• Participate in weekly team meetings and contribute insights from daily observation of the creator community
• Shadow senior team members on creator calls and agency collaboration sessions
• Complete a summer Capstone Project focused on creator ecosystem insights or operational innovation
• Engage in Employee Experience programming and the cross-department e.l.f.tern community

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees