Social Media Marketing Intern

Launch Your Career with a Social Media & PR Internship

CliquePrize® is seeking a Social Media & PR Intern (academic credit only, non-paid) to support our Los Angeles, CA, and Dallas, TX metro markets. Our iPhone mobile app helps local small businesses grow through interactive giveaways and promotions. This internship provides hands-on experience in content creation, community social listening, and public relations.

Note: Applicants must commit to 1 weekly meeting with the Social Media team and 2 hours/day during weekdays. Work at your own pace—no set hours. LA-based students will receive priority.

Key Responsibilities

1. Content Creation

• Develop content for your metro market across industries such as:

  • Beauty: Hair salons, nails, tanning, eyelashes

  • Health: MedSpas, dermatology, skincare, chiropractic

  • Retail: Bridal shops, furniture stores, other retail

  • Fitness: Gyms, yoga, Pilates, kickboxing

  • Home Improvement: Interior designers, real estate

  • Events: Party rentals, escape rooms, tourism

  • Learning: Karate, music, swim schools

  • Technicians: HVAC, automotive

  • Food: Bars, restaurants, food trucks

  • Pet Services: Kennels, veterinary clinics

  • Childcare & Family Services: Daycares, tutoring centers

  • Wellness & Alternative Health: Massage therapy, acupuncture, holistic centers

2. Public Relations (PR)

• Write compelling media pitches highlighting how small businesses use giveaways instead of paid ads.

• Pitch blogs, small business podcasts, local newspapers, and trade publications.

• Track outreach results and report weekly.

• Create short-form success stories with provided metrics.

• Assist with press releases, LinkedIn posts, and email copy.

• Develop PR strategies for blogs, podcasts, and press distribution.

3. Social Listening

• Monitor online communities using TweetDeck, Facebook Groups, WhatsApp, Quora, NextDoor, Reddit, etc.

• Engage with small business owners seeking solutions for growth and cash flow.

• Identify new communities and respond to posts effectively.

4. Additional Responsibilities

• Promote the College Ambassador program: CliquePrize Sign-up

Ideal Candidates

• Students majoring in PR, Strategic Communications, Marketing, or Journalism

• Strong written communication and headline creation skills

• Organized with outreach and follow-up processes

• Skilled in research and understanding audience or reporter needs

• Comfortable using Google Sheets and Docs

What You’ll Gain

• Portfolio-ready pitch samples and earned media wins

• Real-world startup PR campaign experience

• Flexible schedule with hands-on learning

• Exposure to tools like Qwoted, OnePitch, and HARO

• Potential future paid opportunities based on performance