Brand Partnerships & Events Internship

The deFIANT is a modern hybrid agency dedicated to unifying marketing and communications with innovative creative direction and multidisciplinary production. This 21st-century agency blends the talents of marketers, storytellers, influencers, innovators, designers, filmmakers, polymaths, and futurists to deliver unique and compelling brand experiences. At The deFIANT, the traditional division between patron and client is replaced by collaboration, fostering strong partnerships that create distinctive branded experiences and ensure exceptional results. The agency thrives in a dynamic and creative environment, driven by a team that is energetic, inventive, and passionate about pushing the boundaries of marketing and communication strategies.

The Brand Partnerships and Events Intern role at The deFIANT offers a compelling opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event planning, brand partnerships, media relations, and influencer engagement. This internship is designed as a semester-long position, lasting 14-16 weeks, making it an ideal fit for current students or individuals eager to break into the agency world. Interns will play an essential role as an extension of the team, contributing directly to daily operations and key projects within the agency. This role allows interns to work closely with professionals in a fast-paced, creative setting where they will develop valuable skills in event coordination, partnership research, database management, and social media support.

Throughout the internship, participants will gain exposure to various facets of agency work, including the preparation and distribution of event and partnership materials, vendor research, creation of event pitch documents, and maintenance of organizational systems like Google Drive. By monitoring industry trends and updating event and partnership databases, interns will stay connected to the evolving marketing landscape. The role also involves active participation in content organization and social media posting on the agency's Instagram platform, providing essential digital marketing experience.

Ideal candidates for this internship possess excellent organizational, writing, editing, and interpersonal communication abilities, along with a passion for the PR industry and event planning. Familiarity with social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, and technical skills with OS X and Google Suite, are important for succeeding in this position. To thrive, interns must be able to multitask, stay organized, complete work in a timely manner, and maintain a professional appearance and conduct. This role is an excellent stepping stone for individuals seeking to build a career in communications, public relations, or event management within a vibrant agency atmosphere.