Marketing Assistant Intern
Internship
San Diego, CA, USA
About the job
Sandy Vans – Marketing Internship
Location: In-person / Hybrid
Company: Sandy Vans
Duration: 6 months - 20hr/week
Internship Type: Unpaid internship, with the possibility of transitioning to a paid role based on performance
About Sandy Vans
Sandy Vans builds custom adventure vans and fosters a community rooted in freedom, creativity, and exploration. We’re more than a van company—we’re a lifestyle brand. Our team is passionate, hands-on, and always looking for new ways to connect with our audience and make every customer feel like part of the Sandy Vans family.
Role Overview
The Marketing Intern will support the marketing team with day-to-day initiatives that help grow brand awareness, engage our community, and support sales efforts. This role is ideal for someone who is creative, self-motivated, and excited about storytelling, adventure culture, and hands-on learning in a fast-paced environment.
This internship offers real-world experience across content creation, social media, events, and brand partnerships—perfect for someone looking to build a strong marketing portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Assist with social media content creation (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, website content)
- Help plan, capture, and organize photo & video content (vans, builds, events, team culture)
- Support email marketing campaigns and newsletters
- Assist with event marketing , including First Fridays, van launches, pop-ups, and community events
- Help manage and organize content calendars
- Conduct basic market research and trend analysis
- Support influencer and brand partnership coordination
- Assist with website updates and product or build showcases
- Help maintain brand consistency across all marketing materials
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Media, Business, or a related field
- Strong interest in marketing, branding, and storytelling
- Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube preferred)
- Basic understanding of content creation (photo/video editing experience is a plus)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Organized, detail-oriented, and reliable
- Ability to take initiative and work independently
- Passion for adventure, travel, or the van-life lifestyle is a big plus
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience with a fast-growing lifestyle brand
- Real responsibility and ownership over projects
- Portfolio-building opportunities (content, campaigns, events)
- Exposure to social media strategy, brand partnerships, and experiential marketing
- Mentorship from an experienced, collaborative team
- Opportunity for future employment with Sandy Vans
Why Sandy Vans
- Creative, supportive, and team-oriented environment
- Strong emphasis on culture, growth, and adventure
- Your ideas matter—we value initiative and fresh perspectives
- Be part of a brand that celebrates freedom, exploration, and craftsmanship
Core values:
Pride
Quality is our number one priority here at both Sandy Vans and Landship. You are with a team filled with integrity, and passion for craftsmanship.
Innovation
Both Sandy Vans and Landship are obsessed with creating cutting edge products and designs. The way we create our luxury adventure vans combines simplicity and efficiency with elegance and meticulous attention to quality.
Customer Obsession
We are dedicated to providing our customers with the utmost best service. Sandy Vans is constantly gaining smiles per gallon.
Perks & Culture:
- Monthly team meetings with bagels & coffee
- Employee of the Month earns a free weekend in one of our vans
- Company dinners , events, and parties
- A tight-knit team with great workplace camaraderie
- A creative space where your ideas are heard and valued
- We promote what we preach: get outside, live fully, and enjoy the ride
How to Apply:
Ready to get hands-on with a fast-growing company and help build something that inspires
adventure? Send your resume and a short note about your experience (personal or
professional) to contact@sandyvans.com .
Learn more at www.sandyvans.com
Sandy Vans – Built for the Road. Designed for Life.