Summer 2026 Marketing Intern

Company Overview

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 40 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike®  for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel.

Summary: 

We are looking for a digitally fluent, proactive Marketing Intern to join our team for the summer. This role is designed to provide high-impact operational support, ensuring our brand maintains executional consistency during our busiest seasonal peak. You will serve as a key resource in managing day-to-day tactical tasks, allowing the core team to focus on high-level strategy and performance. 

Responsibilities: 

• Manage social media scheduling, coordinate creative assets, and assist in multimedia production, including shooting and editing short-form video content.
• Monitor social platforms to maintain consistent response times and engage with our audience.
• Conduct competitor trend spotting and perform light research to keep the team informed on rapidly evolving social and content behaviors.
• Compile performance insights and data for review meetings and assist in the creation of comprehensive campaign recaps.
• Assist with content organization, maintain media lists, and ensure smooth coordination with external partners.
• Participate in brand and content strategy sessions, offering creative input and a fresh perspective on audience engagement.

Qualifications: 

• Understanding of current social media platforms, emerging digital trends, and how audiences engage online.
• Basic video shooting and editing for social channels.
• Ability to gather data and organize it into clear, actionable insights.
• Capable of managing repeatable tasks with high attention to detail and meeting strict media deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for community engagement and internal collaboration.

For this New York based position, the expected base salary is $18.00 - $20.00/hour. 

Legal Disclaimer:

Perry Ellis International is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, and termination. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the company's commitment to equal employment opportunities.

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