Trade Marketing + Events Intern

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 Trade Marketing + Events Intern will support the events & trade shows team by driving operational excellence across event and tradeshow execution. this role will own a key project focused on building and improving the team’s event operations playbook, helping standardize processes across vendor management, logistics, and execution.

this internship offers hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of event marketing within the beauty industry, with exposure to cross-functional teams including brand, sales, creative, and operations. the intern will gain practical experience in project ownership, vendor coordination, and large-scale event execution, while contributing meaningful, scalable improvements to the organization.

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, 26th 2026

what you'll do:

• lead the development and implementation of an Event Operations Playbook to improve consistency and scalability across activations
• evaluate current workflows across vendor management, logistics, and event execution to identify inefficiencies
• build and standardize tools such as RFP templates, vendor comparison frameworks, and logistics trackers
• support vendor sourcing efforts, including participation in RFP processes and evaluation
• coordinate timelines, logistics, and cross-functional communication to ensure seamless event execution
• track budgets, shipments, and travel arrangements for events and tradeshows
• collaborate with internal stakeholders across Brand, Sales, Creative, Supply Chain, and external partners
• contribute to the successful execution of events or specific activation components
• provide recommendations for process improvements and operational efficiencies

must haves:

• strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines simultaneously
• clear written and verbal communication skills
• proactive mindset with a willingness to take ownership of projects
• comfort working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• familiarity with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets (basic tracking and organization; formulas a plus)
• comfort using PowerPoint or Google Slides for presentations
• experience with Asana and Slack is a plus
• 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!