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Social Marketing Intern

Behind the Business

Advertising/Marketing/Sales
Social Media
  • internship
  • unpaid

Company Information

Behind the Business is a fast-growing, thoughtfully produced video show and podcast that aims to explore the decisions and philosophies behind some of today’s most influential leaders.  

The show is hosted by Michelle Toh, an award-winning journalist and NYT contributor, formerly with CNN and FORTUNE. 

Behind the Business is looking for a sharp, creative Social Marketing Intern to help grow our audience and elevate how our content shows up online.

Qualifications

  • Obsessed with content strategy, media and storytelling
  • Deeply familiar with podcasts and short-form video content on TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts
  • Detail-oriented, organized, proactive and reliable — you have high standards and notice the little things
  • Interest in business & tech news, startups, founders and business culture
  • Plus if you have a background in journalism

Duties

  • Brainstorm captions for highlight social clips from each episode that drive engagement from the show's key moments, maintains accuracy and hook audiences
  • Strategize approach to the show's Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn and YouTube (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts)
  • Pitch ideas for social videos or new types of social posts, including news explainers, analysis videos, special formats and guests
  • Analyze data to see what’s working and suggest improvements
  • Suggest social collaborations to drive awareness and grow audience across channels

How to Apply

Apply on Handshake.

Application Deadline

May 30th, 2026

https://usc.joinhandshake.com/edu/jobs/10890084

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