What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Media & PR Intern position at BERNARD JAMES?
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Schedule: ~20 hrs/week | Part-time | Monthly stipend school credit
Timeline: Now through Fall 2025 (January 2026), with the potential for additional summer hours
Bernard James Fine Jewelry is looking for a driven, detail-oriented, and creatively minded intern to support our growing Social Media and PR efforts. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a brand built on legacy, craftsmanship, and community. You’ll work closely with our small but dedicated team to help tell stories that resonate, manage thoughtful PR relationships, and create content that reflects the care and intention behind each piece.
This role requires a strong sense of responsibility, creative initiative, and a commitment to consistency and excellence.
- Research cultural and platform trends to help shape social strategy
- Manage the content calendar, schedule posts, and engage with our community across platforms
- Help concept, capture, and edit weekly content (photo and video)
- Support with monthly social media performance analysis
- Assist with PR pulls, ensuring timely and accurate delivery and returns of fine jewelry
- Track media coverage and compile clippings
- Help coordinate influencer gifting and outreach
- Support the planning and execution of events and brand activations
- Assist our publicist with ongoing campaign execution and media research
- Research and present partnership and collaboration opportunities that align with our brand values
- Are currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field
- Have excellent communication skills and a strong eye for detail
- Are fluent in Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok—and interested in new and emerging platforms
- Take initiative and enjoy working independently within a collaborative environment
- Are excited to bring fresh ideas while honoring an existing brand identity
- Understand the power of visual storytelling and aesthetic cohesion
- Are naturally organized and care about getting the little things right (especially when handling valuable product)
- Have an interest in fine jewelry or the luxury space (a plus, not a must)
Bernard James Fine Jewelry is a Brooklyn-based luxury jewelry brand committed to craftsmanship, individuality, and legacy. Each piece is designed and made with precision—intended not only to be worn, but to be remembered. We’re building a community of thoughtful customers who value personal expression, shared stories, and heirlooms that reflect who they are.
