Content Creator Internships
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CONTENT CREATOR INTERNSHIP
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At Athletic Brewing, we are on a mission to revolutionize the beer industry and we are doing it with a team of doers. We move quickly, we hold a high bar, and we reward performance. We are a company of hard workers and dedicated professionals who take ownership, drive results, and want their impact to be visible.
We believe in merit, accountability, and earning opportunities through contribution. High performers grow here. If you are motivated by building, improving, and winning as a team, you will thrive at Athletic.
Through our products and our people, we believe we can positively impact health, activity, and opportunity in our communities. We actively seek representation from diverse backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.
About the Role
We're looking for a proactive, culturally plugged-in Content Creator Intern to support our team in bringing the Athletic brand to life across digital platforms. This role is hands-on and fast-paced, assisting with concepting, shooting, editing, and publishing content on a weekly cadence — helping drive awareness, engagement, and brand love while learning what it takes to hold every piece to our quality bar.
Our Content Creator Intern helps tell the story of Athletic in culture and in community. This role is a mix of learning and doing, giving you exposure to how a content team thinks inclusively about whose stories get told and stays ahead of culture with fresh, innovative ideas. If you are energized by spotting trends in real time, contributing ideas in the room, and turning concepts into content quickly, this is where you will thrive.
This is a hands-on learning position. Success requires integrity in how you represent the brand, the accountability to follow through on assignments and deadlines, and a proactive, coachable approach to picking up new skills and opportunities as they come.
Job Responsibilities:
Content Creation & Storytelling
Concept, script, shoot, and edit short-form and mid-form video content as well as static assets using mobile and lightweight production tools.
Move fluidly from ideation production publishing — often within the same day.
Capture real-time brand moments, community stories, partnerships, and cultural trends.
Develop creative ideas that tap into real-time cultural trends, creator formats, and consumer passions.
Maintain brand voice, tone, and visual consistency across all platforms.
Collaborate with internal teams to bring brand campaigns, product launches, and key initiatives to life through social-first storytelling.
Assist in the production and editing of paid social video content.
Assist with creative productions.
Creative Innovation & Trendspotting
Stay ahead of platform trends, emerging formats, and creator best practices.
Pitch fresh, innovative content ideas weekly to keep Athletic culturally relevant
Experiment with new storytelling approaches, formats, and features to elevate brand presence.
Monitor comments and messages, identify opportunities for engagement, and help foster a positive and engaged community.
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be changed or assigned at any time, with or without notice.
Desired Experience/ Traits
Who You Are:
A proactive self-starter who takes ownership and consistently delivers high-quality weekly output
A strong visual storyteller with a deep understanding of what makes audiences stop scrolling.
Comfortable being scrappy - shooting on iPhone or lightweight tools, and editing content quickly without sacrificing quality.
Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Energized by feedback and motivated to continuously improve your craft.
A collaborative team player who communicates clearly and brings positive, high-integrity energy to the team.
Comfortable being on-camera or directing on-camera talent.
Skills and Experience:
Credentials: Attending University, prior intern experience is preferred
Strong understanding of social platforms, trends, and audience engagement strategies.
Excellent project management and communication skills.
Proficiency in mobile editing apps and video editing software is a plus.
Job Details
Location: Located onsite at our San Diego, CA brewery. In office 3 days a week required.
Salary: $20/hour
Hours: 20-30 hours/week
Duration: 4 - 6 months
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Primarily works in a seated position; however, standing, walking, bending, and reaching may be required.
May sit or stand for extended periods throughout the workday.
Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer, phone, and other office equipment.
Repetitive motions involving typing, clicking, and data entry.
Occasional lifting and/or moving of items up to 25+ pounds.
Prolonged exposure to computer screens.
Ability to manage frequent interruptions and maintain focus in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to perform tasks requiring visual acuity, including working with items at close range and adjusting focus, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to recognize and respond to instructions and alert signals in the work environment.
Content Creator Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Tips for Your Content Creator Internship Search
Start your search earlier than you think
Large employers recruit summer content creator interns the preceding fall, often closing applications before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear across all seasons. Map out when the employers you want typically recruit and set a reminder to check before those windows open.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for content creator internships want proof, not just a list of classes. Document two or three self-directed projects, a branded social series, a short-form video campaign, or a written content case study, with the tools used and a link to the finished work. A portfolio gives recruiters something to assess when your work history is limited.
Combine campus fairs with direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured intern programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet face to face. Professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts alongside campus activity widens your reach significantly.
Practice your creative brief or content pitch out loud
Content creator intern screens often include a sample creative brief, a platform strategy question, or a live brainstorm rather than a formal case. Practice talking through your reasoning out loud, not just drafting answers privately. Interviewers weigh how you frame an audience problem and defend a creative direction as much as the idea itself.
Target structured content creator programs at larger companies
Many large media, tech, and consumer brands run cohort-based content creator internship programs designed for candidates new to the field. These programs provide rotations, mentorship tracks, and clearer return-offer pipelines than ad-hoc internships. They recruit early and fill fast, so identify the ones that fit your interests and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 18% of the content creator internships listed here. Decide what arrangement you can actually commit to before you start applying, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles that fit your situation. Sorting through listings you can't take wastes time you could spend on applications that move forward.
Content Creator Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a content creator internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For content creator candidates, a portfolio of published posts, videos, or campaigns gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a content creator internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for content creator interns is consistent performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and communicating your interest before the return-offer window closes. Position for a return offer without counting on it by treating every project as a work sample.
When should I apply for content creator internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss a cohort that filled before you noticed it posted.
Are content creator internships paid?
Most professional content creator internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings display it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid arrangements are less common at established companies and are subject to Department of Labor criteria, so read each listing carefully before applying.
What should a content creator internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the platforms, tools, or formats you used and link directly to the published work, such as a content portfolio, campaign case study, or social channel. Add relevant coursework in communications, marketing, or media. Keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote content creator internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 82% of the content creator internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from anywhere, so apply early once you decide what arrangement works for you and use the work-type filter to see only the listings that match.
Can international students get content creator internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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