Marketing Intern
We’re looking for driven college students to help bring our premium, heavyweight merchandise to student organizations, startups and small businesses across the country.
About Us
Couture is a fast-growing merch startup delivering high-quality, custom apparel to student organizations and startups. Founded by three college friends the first semester after graduating from the University of Michigan, we've worked with over 150 clients in just 1 year, including student orgs at universities nationwide and emerging startups across industries. We help organizations rep their brand with premium merch they're actually proud to wear!
📍 Website: couturebyikigai.com
📸 Instagram: @couturebyikigai
About the Role
As a Marketing Intern, you'll support outreach and expansion into the startup and small business scene while gaining hands-on experience across multiple marketing channels. You'll help us connect with potential clients, sit in on sales conversations, and drive our marketing initiatives. You'll earn fixed pay + 5% commission on every closed order through your reach out.
Who We’re Looking For
- Enrolled in an accredited 4-year university
- Passionate about branding, design, or startup culture
- Comfortable talking to people and sparking interest
- Self-starter who wants real experience in marketing and sales
What You’ll Do
- Help identify and reach out to startups, founders, and small business owners
- Join sales conversations and support the client acquisition processÂ
- Develop and execute social media advertising campaigns and seasonal brand campaigns Create engaging content that showcases our brand story and client successÂ
- Manage brand ambassador relationships and recruitmentÂ
- Share feedback and insights from the field to help shape our approachÂ
- Earn fixed pay + 5% commission on every closed order you bring in
Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Confident networker, online and in-person
- Organized and reliable when handling outreach and follow-ups
- Interested in marketing, sales, or growing a brand
- Previous experience in sales, marketing, or campus leadership is a plus
- Bonus if you’re active in student organizations and if you love clothing + fashion!
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This is a great opportunity for students love building relationships, and want hands-on experience in growing a real brand!