POSITION
- Location: Dumbo, Brooklyn (Hybrid: 3 days in office, Tuesday-Thursday)
- Reporting to: Chief of Staff, Office of the CEO
- Program Dates: June 3 - August 23, 2024
- Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:30AM - 4:30PM EST with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break from 12:00PM - 1:00PM EST (subject to change)
- Compensation: $15 per hour
OVERVIEW
Soko Glam is offering a Special Projects Internship for aspiring leaders who are passionate about the beauty and skincare industry. As an intern, you'll collaborate directly with our Chief of Staff on initiatives and projects that drive our company's future. This summer, the Chief of Staff will primarily concentrate on initiatives related to Merchandising.
The Summer internship program will run from June 3, 2024 until August 23, 2024. This is a paid, full-time internship with an hourly rate of $15 and an anticipated time commitment of approximately 30 hours per week (Monday-Friday). Interns based in the NY metro area will have the opportunity to work out of the NYC Headquarters (hybrid role, 3x per week in office requirement).
During the internship program, participants will be paired with a supervisor who will provide them with on-the-job training and projects. The program also incorporates additional learning components focused on professional development, exposure to various functional business areas, and the opportunity to interact with senior executives. Participants will also work on a function-specific project designed to address a current company initiative and/or business gap.
Overall, the program includes on-the-job training, shadow sessions with our leaders, functional focused intern project(s), and other interesting components. If you're ready to immerse yourself in a role that offers hands-on experience within the beauty industry, we encourage you to apply. Join us at Soko Glam and play a pivotal role in shaping our brand's narrative through meaningful connections and engaging interactions!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with the Chief of Staff on strategic initiatives, special projects, and research assignments.
- Conduct market analysis and competitive research to identify trends and opportunities in the beauty industry.
- Conduct analyses on high-performing SKUs.
- Assist with brand contracts and analysis.
- Assist in the preparation of executive-level presentations, reports, and communications.
- Help streamline decision-making processes and improve information flow within the organization.
- Act as a liaison between the Chief of Staff and various departments to gather data and insights for decision-making.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a bachelor’s program in Business, Marketing, or a similar field.
- Experience in Merchandising for a multi-branded retailer, such as Amazon, Ulta, Sephora, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus or Saks Fifth Avenue preferred.
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
- Proactive and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Interest in the beauty and skincare industry.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of Soko Glam not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignment, benefits, layoff, and termination.