Everything we know about the e.l.f. Cosmetics Fall 2025 Internship Program:
The e.l.f. Cosmetics Fall 2025 internship program in New York City is now open and ready for applications. With roles across departments like marketing, product development, supply chain, and digital strategy, E.L.F. Cosmetics offers paid, hybrid internships that dive into the operations of one of the fastest-growing clean beauty brands. Ideal for students and recent graduates who value innovation, inclusivity, and hands-on learning, this internship not only builds skills, it opens doors in the beauty world.
AVAILABLE ROLES
Packaging Design Intern
The Packaging Design Intern will support the Packaging Design Department in executing packaging designs for e.l.f. Beauty brands, including e.l.f. Cosmetics, e.l.f. Skin, Well People, and Keys Soulcare, while helping the team stay organized through coordinating shipments and managing samples.
Compensation: $20 per hour
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with sample organization, shipment coordination, and maintaining the sample library
- Support creation of mockups and prototypes for packaging concepts
- Participate in design ideation, color matching, and sample review
- Conduct competitive and trend research in the beauty space
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, copy, photo production, and packaging production
- Help design and develop packaging concepts and graphics for cosmetics and skincare
- Manage deadlines and communicate workload with brand design leads
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduating senior with a degree in Graphic Design, Packaging Design, Industrial Design, or related field
- A design portfolio showcasing creativity, packaging projects, typography, and color application (beauty/fashion is a plus)
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
- Highly organized with strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
Apply to the e.l.f. Cosmetics Fall 2025 Packaging Internship here.
Brand Marketing Intern, e.l.f. Skin
The e.l.f. Cosmetics Marketing Intern you will be an integral part of the brand marketing team, contributing to high-impact initiatives that help shape the ongoing success of the e.l.f. Skin brand. This role offers hands-on experience across go-to-market (GTM) planning, briefing processes, event coordination, retailer and sales support, and more. This role will have the opportunity to collaborate cross-functionally, develop creative ideas, and support campaigns from concept through execution.
Compensation: $20-$24 per hour
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Help develop and execute targeted sampling initiatives. Collaborate with marketing to identify ideal audiences, craft messaging, coordinate logistics, and analyze performance for future campaign optimization.
- Partner closely with the brand marketing team to build and implement GTM plans for product launches and seasonal campaigns, gaining exposure to brand strategy and cross-functional alignment.
- Collaborate with the sales team to support field representatives at retailers including Ulta, Walmart, Target, Drugstore Chains, and Shoppers Drug Mart. Assist with sourcing GWPs, samples, and branded giveaways to drive in-store engagement.
- Support the execution of internal and external events including influencer activations, product education moments, and brand showcases.
- Stay up to date on trends in both mass and prestige beauty. Share insights and recommendations with brand, social, and digital teams to inform campaign direction.
- Assist with marketing reporting, deck building, and cross-functional recaps to help communicate campaign results and performance insights.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing/recently graduated with a degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field
- Passion for skincare and interest in the beauty industry.
- Familiarity with digital marketing platforms is a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Apply to the e.l.f. Cosmetics Fall 2025 Brand Marketing Internship here.
Digital Asset Management Intern
The e.l.f. Cosmetics Digital Asset Management Intern will support the intake, organization, and accessibility of content from over 100+ photo shoots per year. They will learn the ins and outs of asset management, metadata tagging, and digital archiving, while working cross-functionally with teams across Creative, Production, and external partners.
Compensation: $20-$24 per hour
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with ingesting, cataloging, and archiving all content from photo productions, ensuring proper transfer between the DAM system and internal servers.
- Help ensure all content has accurate and complete usage rights, metadata, naming conventions, and associated documentation.
- Review and QC all incoming assets to ensure consistency in file format, naming, image dimensions, and color accuracy.
- Assist with fulfilling internal and third-party asset requests, meeting image specifications and deadlines.
- Help maintain the organization and cleanliness of the digital asset library and physical photo studio space.
- Provide occasional on-set support and assist with digital workflow initiatives as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Relevant coursework or experience in Photography, Digital Asset Management, Computer Information Systems, or Creative Production
- Previous experience as a photo assistant, production assistant, digital tech, or in database management is a plus
- Proficient in industry-standard software: Photoshop, Bridge, Capture One, ChronoSync
- Familiarity with a wide range of asset types including images, video, vector files, and audio
Apply to the e.l.f. Cosmetics Fall 2025 Digital Asset Management Internship here.
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Video Production Intern
The e.l.f. Cosmetics Video Production Intern will support the Video Production Team across e.l.f. Beauty’s portfolio of brands. This immersive, hands-on role provides the opportunity to engage with the full lifecycle of video campaign production, from conception and on-set support to post-production editing and delivery. The intern will collaborate across departments including e-commerce, marketing, and social, while learning professional video workflows and contributing to high-impact seasonal, paid media, and social campaigns.
Compensation: $20-$24 per hour
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support the Video Production Team in developing compelling video content for e-commerce, social media, paid media, and email campaigns across multiple brands.
- Interpret creative briefs into captivating, brand-right storytelling solutions tailored for digital-first platforms.
- Edit high-quality video content optimized for mobile and social platforms with attention to both vertical and horizontal formats.
- Present creative video treatments and edits to internal stakeholders, incorporating feedback with a solution-oriented mindset.
- Assist in managing post-production workflows including media organization, editing, versioning, and delivery.
- Learn and contribute to the professional post-production process, including digital tech experience on set and integration into campaign shoots.
- Maintain collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively throughout the project lifecycle.
- Participate in the creation of 360-degree campaign assets across various channels such as web, OTT, OOH, and international versions.
- Support shoot planning through storyboard and pre-production execution as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in Film, Design, Media Arts, or a related field. Film Production major is a plus but not required.
- Strong portfolio or reel demonstrating editing and video storytelling ability.
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve; basic Photoshop skills are a plus.
- Understanding of digital-first content creation, particularly for social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube).
- Solid grasp of post-production workflows and non-linear editing systems (NLE), including media management and file organization.
- Strong visual storytelling skills with an eye for digital filmmaking, framing, and lighting techniques.
Apply to the e.l.f. Cosmetics Fall 2025 Video Production Internship here.
IT Service Desk Intern
The e.l.f. Cosmetics IT Service Desk Intern provides first-level support for technical infrastructure, including Windows and macOS computers, as well as various client-based IT applications and services. This role is ideal for someone passionate about technology and delivering exceptional customer service in a professional and approachable manner.
Compensation: $20 per hour
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver excellent end-to-end user support by promptly resolving or escalating issues, maintaining professional and timely communication throughout.
- Serve as the liaison for logging, dispatching, and tracking incidents and service requests; follow up to ensure resolution and fulfillment.
- Provision and stage hardware for employees.
- Diagnose and resolve basic technical issues for end users, recommending and implementing effective solutions.
- Document resolutions and contribute to self-help and knowledge base content.
- Assist in the procurement of hardware and software.
- Perform asset management tasks, including maintaining accurate inventory records.
- Troubleshoot user workstations and related hardware/software to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborate with other IT team members to resolve escalated issues.
- Provide after-hours support when needed.
- Adhere to company IT policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology or a related technical field.
- Strong interest in technology, customer support, and IT security.
- Hands-on experience with hardware provisioning and troubleshooting.
- Solid working knowledge of Windows and macOS operating systems, MS Office, and other productivity tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to explain technical concepts in user-friendly language.
- Effective interpersonal skills with a customer-first attitude.
- Ability to research and learn about new tools, technologies, and solutions as needed.
Apply to the e.l.f. Cosmetics Fall 2025 IT Service Desk Internship here.
Community Management Intern – LA BASED
The e.l.f. Cosmetics Community Management Intern is responsible for communications across a portion of the company’s social media channels, including Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Snapchat. This role will play a key role in increasing e.l.f.’s social media presence and gaining visibility for the brand among beauty lovers.
Compensation: $20-$24 per hour
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Responsible for communications across our social media channels: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Snapchat
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Actively engage with our audience on social media by liking, commenting and responding to messages
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Be agile, open and have a ‘rapid response’ approach to our online customers
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Communicate with the customer service team on product orders and promotions
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Coordinate fan outreach and seeding out of our Los Angeles e.l.f. offices
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Be curious to identify NEW content opportunities and trends to social channels
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Pull weekly and monthly community insights and metrics for cross-functional tracking and reporting
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Provide weekly updates on trending conversations, comments and complaints happening on our social channels (or competitor channels)
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This position does include some routine responsibilities; the right candidate will be nimble and adaptive
QUALIFICATIONS
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Must be in the Los Angeles area and able to be in-office 2-3 times per week
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Must be able to work at least 18 hours per week
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Currently attending a two- or four-year university and pursuing a degree in English, journalism, marketing, communications or a related field
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Currently a sophomore or junior in college
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Must have a strong interest in social media marketing and be an excellent written communicator with strong copywriting, editing and proofreading skills.
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Excellent knowledge of Tik Tok, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Instagram, and other social media emerging platforms
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Excellent multitasking, time-management skills
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Have a strong passion for all things beaut
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Must be able to verbally commit to minimum 6 month internship
Apply to the e.l.f. Cosmetics Fall 2025 Community Management Internship here.
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Demand Planning Intern
The e.l.f. Cosmetics Demand Planning Intern will support the Demand Planning function across e.l.f. Beauty’s major retail account partners. They will gain hands-on experience in forecasting, cross-functional collaboration, and trend analysis, learning the full end-to-end demand planning process and how it supports inventory management and operational efficiency across the business.
Compensation: $20-$24 per hour
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support the Demand Planning team in compiling and analyzing item-level sales and trend data for major retail accounts.
- Assist in the creation of customer-specific forecasts and track their performance over time.
- Participate in weekly and monthly forecast cycle meetings, including discussion of new programs and innovations.
- Maintain strong cross-functional relationships with teams such as Supply Planning, Sales, and Customer Supply Chain to ensure alignment.
- Contribute to ad-hoc reporting and insights that highlight performance, trends, and business opportunities.
- Gain exposure to SAP and IBP systems to support forecasting and data management processes.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Analytics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, charts, etc.).
- Experience with SAP or IBP is a plus, but not required.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Apply to the e.l.f. Cosmetics Fall 2025 Demand Planning Internship here.
Supply Planning Intern
The e.l.f. Cosmetics Supply Planning Intern will play a critical support role within the Supply Chain team. They will work closely with the supply planners to assist in inventory management, report generation, and cross-functional coordination with teams like Sales, Product Innovation, Demand Planning, and Operations Management. This internship offers a strong foundation in supply chain operations, with hands-on experience using SAP and exposure to real-world planning processes and strategies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in managing and updating MRP fields in SAP based on planner needs to ensure accurate material requirements planning.
- Build and maintain reports that support communication and alignment across Supply Planning, Sales, Demand Planning, Order Management, and Customer Supply Chain.
- Help identify and execute inventory transfers between Distribution Centers to support optimal product availability and inventory rebalancing.
- Analyze supply data and performance to support planners in hitting inventory targets while minimizing overstock or out-of-stock risks.
- Contribute to process improvement projects that streamline planning workflows and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.
- Participate in team meetings and collaborate cross-functionally on key initiatives and planning cycles.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, charts, etc.).
- Experience or exposure to SAP is a strong plus.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Interest in beauty, retail, or consumer goods industries is a plus.
Apply to the e.l.f. Cosmetics Fall 2025 Supply Planning Internship here.
