RVCA - Social Media & Influencer Marketing Intern

Social Media & Influencer Marketing Intern Brand: RVCA Location: Irvine Duration: Seasonal Internship (1012 weeks) Hours: 1015 hours per week Compensation: Hourly + potential for college credit About RVCA RVCA is a global lifestyle brand rooted in art, surf, skate, and creative culture. The brand brings together artists, athletes, and musicians who embody the RVCA spirit and push creative boundaries. This internship offers hands-on experience working with the brands social media and influencer partnerships, helping to identify and collaborate with emerging creators who align with RVCAs culture and aesthetic. Position Overview The Social Media & Influencer Marketing Intern will support RVCAs marketing team by identifying emerging creators, assisting with influencer outreach, and coordinating product seeding and collaborations. This role provides practical experience in influencer marketing, creator partnerships, and social media strategy within the action sports and lifestyle apparel industry Key Responsibilities Influencer Discovery Research and identify emerging creators across Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms Evaluate creators based on brand fit, engagement, and audience alignment Maintain a database of potential partners and creator profiles Creator Outreach Conduct direct message outreach to potential influencer partners Introduce the RVCA brand and influencer program Build relationships with creators and respond to partnership inquiries Product Seeding Coordination Coordinate product gifting to creators Collect shipping details and size information Track shipments and product placements Campaign & Content Tracking Monitor influencer posts and stories featuring RVCA products Track engagement and performance metrics Compile reports on creator partnerships and campaign outcomes Trend Research Monitor social media trends within surf, skate, fashion, and creative culture Identify emerging creators and content styles relevant to the RVCA audience What Youll Learn Influencer marketing strategy and creator partnerships Social media trend analysis Brand storytelling and content strategy Product seeding and influencer campaign coordination Marketing analytics and performance tracking Qualifications Currently enrolled in a college or university program (Marketing, Communications, Business, Fashion, or related field) Strong familiarity with Instagram, TikTok, and emerging social platforms Experience creating social media content Knowledge of influencer marketing tools or analytics Interest in surf, skate, art, music, or street culture Strong communication and organizational skills