Marketing Intern

Essent Capital · New York, NY

  • Internship

About the role

Marketing Intern

**Location:** Remote (NYC-based preferred; occasional on-site support required)

About Us

We are a hospitality-focused investment platform dedicated to building and scaling distinctive food & beverage brands in North America. Through our portfolio, we work closely with restaurant concepts across cafés, fast casual, and contemporary dining—supporting everything from brand positioning to on-the-ground growth.

What You'll Do

1. Influencer Outreach & Partnerships - Research and identify relevant influencers - Conduct outreach via Instagram, TikTok, rednote and email - Coordinate collaboration details (timing, deliverables, expectations) - Track content performance and engagement

2. Event Planning & Execution - Assist in planning store events, tastings, and openings - Coordinate with influencers and guests before events - Support on-site execution when needed (check-in, flow, guest experience)

3. Event Manager Support - Help prepare guest lists, schedules, and run-of-show - Assist with real-time coordination during events

4. Administrative & Marketing Support - Maintain influencer database and outreach tracker - Organize campaign information and marketing materials - Support ad-hoc marketing and operational tasks

Who We're Looking For

  • NYC-based or able to come on-site occasionally
  • Strong interest in hospitality, F&B, or consumer brands
  • Familiar with Instagram / TikTok / influencer ecosystem
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and responsive
  • Strong communication skills (English required; Chinese is a plus)

What You'll Gain

  • Hands-on experience working with real restaurant brands
  • Exposure to influencer marketing and offline event execution
  • Opportunity to build a strong, practical portfolio
  • Direct collaboration with founders and operators

Compensation

  • Food & beverage credit across our portfolio restaurants (NYC) (use it to experience the brands you help grow)
  • Access to influencer events, tastings, and soft openings
  • Portfolio-building opportunities and potential recommendation (based on performance)

How to Apply

Please send: Resume and a short cover note on why you're interested

**Work Location:** Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10027

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