Social Media Marketing Intern

Social Media Intern (CPG Brand, Sustainability-Focused) – Paid Semester Stipend

Hours: 10-15 hours per week

Timing: Willing to work with the right candidate, but currently envisioning April 2025-August 2025 [Will potentially be on pause for 7 weeks in June/July]

Location: Remote/Flexible (Hybrid option in NYC)

Compensation: $15-$25/hr (flexible DOE)

Do you have a desire to wander? A desire to be weird? Are you passionate about TikTok, Instagram, and building a brand from the ground up? If you love storytelling, creating engaging content, and bringing a brand’s voice to life, this internship is for you.

This role will report to the Head of Marketing (based in NYC) and can be structured as hybrid if desired, with access to a coworking space and coworking days.

Inspired by the ancient trails of Asia and the mystique of the Tarot, The Hermit brings you a revolutionary snack: calamari jerky. Made from 100% wild-caught, MSC-certified squid, our jerky combines the thrill of adventure with the comfort of clean, sustainable protein. We believe in snacks that fuel your wanderlust and nourish your soul, available in three bold flavors: Ginger Scallion, Thai Chili Lime, and Italian Herb.

As a small but mighty 2-person startup, we're building something fresh and exciting—and we are looking for someone to be part of it.

• Assist with TikTok and Instagram strategy, including ideation, filming, editing, and posting content.
• Work on creator marketing, identifying and engaging with influencers who align with our brand.
• Help shape and refine our brand voice and tone across social platforms.
• Edit and create engaging video and static content that reflects brand values and sustainability goals.
• Help with email marketing, including light copy editing and content suggestions.
• Collaborate with the team to brainstorm new content ideas and strategies, including adapting a lot of long-form blog posts about science, sustainability, and nutrition.
• Have the opportunity to sit in on strategy calls (as aligned upon with the Head of Marketing) and gain real-world experience in brand-building.
• Explore small opportunities to play around with and learn analytics—while this role is mainly creative, there’s room to dabble in performance insights.

• Passion for social media, storytelling, and sustainability.
• Ability to stay on top of trends and adapt them to a brand’s voice.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• A self-starter who’s excited about shaping a brand from the ground up.
• Someone who thrives on creativity and can take initiative.

• Have experience with food content creation.
• Have an eye for brand voice and tone.
• Love exploring the outdoors.
• Have interests in tarot, the occult, niche internet trends—any and all activities that make you unique.
• Are eager to wander, explore, and bring weird, wonderful ideas to life.



This role is a growth opportunity, with plenty of room to tailor the experience to your interests and skills.

Send your resume to sophia@thehermit.com. Cover letter not required—just include a small note about why you’re interested in the opportunity and what you’d bring to the table. Also, send your favorite TikTok or Instagram account for a brand (bonus points if it relates to something mentioned here).