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Intern, Quality

Amika, LLC., New York, NY, United States


amika means friend. we’re a fearless, Brooklyn-born, salon-raised haircare brand + a friend to all hair, hairstylists, the planet + you.

we’re rooted in clinical results. each product is infused with our intoxicating scent + powered by our superfruit soul, sea buckthorn. known as one of earth’s most omega-rich plant sources, this potent berry nourishes your skin, scalp + strands.

we’re a proud pal to the planet + certified B-Corp. from sustainably sourced ingredients + recyclable packaging to our energy‑saving production processes, we pledge to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, waste + energy to reach Net Zero by 2030.

having grown up in salons, we know better than anyone how important stylists are—they’re our confidantes + community. Think of us as your at‑home hairapist, here to empower self‑expression + bring joy to your haircare experience. all hair is welcome™.

The job:
the Quality Intern will support the quality team by driving improvements in data visibility, traceability, and process efficiency across key quality systems. over the course of the internship, this role will lead high‑impact projects focused on enhancing change control tracking and optimizing the customer complaint process.

this internship offers hands‑on experience within quality operations in the beauty industry, providing exposure to core systems such as complaints, non‑conformance, CAPA, and change control management. the intern will develop analytical, technical, and problem‑solving skills while collaborating cross‑functionally with teams including supply chain, regulatory, product development, customer experience, and external partners.

Location:

Brooklyn, NY (onsite 3 days a week + must have the right to live and work in the US)

Hourly rate:

$17 per hour

Hours:

40 hours per week

Duration:

6 months

Start date:

May 26, 2026

What you’ll do:

support reduction in complaint lifecycle time and improve visibility into investigation and closure status

develop and implement a centralized change control log to improve traceability across CAPAs, product and component changes, and investigation outcomes across SKUs

consolidate and structure data from multiple sources into a clear, Excel‑based tracking tool

improve visibility into historical product changes to support root cause analysis and decision‑making

enhance customer complaint tracking and closure processes to improve consistency, visibility, and efficiency

identify gaps in current workflows and recommend scalable process improvements

standardize complaint tracking tools and reporting methods

analyze quality data to identify trends, inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement

support and execute day‑to‑day quality operations, including routine data tracking, documentation control and management, and system updates

document meeting notes, track action items, and coordinate follow‑ups with internal teams and external partners (e.g. contract manufacturers), ensuring timely communication and closure

collaborate cross‑functionally with supply chain, regulatory, product development, customer experience, and external partners

Must haves:

strong organizational skills and attention to detail

detail‑oriented with the ability to consistently execute routine tasks in a structured, process‑driven environment

analytical mindset with an interest in data, systems, and process improvement

comfortable working in a computer‑based, detail‑oriented environment

ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines simultaneouslyclear written and verbal communication skills

proactive and results‑driven, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

comfortable working in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment

proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel (data organization required; formulas and analysis a plus) and PowerPoint for presentations

ability to quickly learn new tools and systems

Ready to apply?
Please click the link below that will bring you to our careers page where you can submit your application + resume (cover letter optional). a member of our team will be in touch soon!

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