Job Description

Location: Santa Cruz and San Francisco Bay Area (Multiple locations) Duration: June - August 2025 (3 months) Position Type: Unpaid Internship (Part-time, 10-15 hours/week) Regions: East Santa Cruz, West Santa Cruz, North Santa Cruz, Pacifica, Ocean Beach (SF)

Onda is an innovative surf app created by surfers, for surfers. We're launching in Northern California this summer and need passionate surf enthusiasts to help bring our community-first approach to local beaches. This is a ground-floor opportunity to be part of an exciting startup in the surf tech space.

As a Surf Marketing Intern with Onda, you'll be at the forefront of our grassroots marketing efforts. You'll represent our brand at beaches, surf shops, and local events, connecting with fellow surfers and building our community. This hands-on role combines your passion for surf culture with practical marketing experience, perfect for students or recent graduates looking to build their resume while spending time in the surf community.

• Conduct on-the-ground marketing at local surf spots, including wax giveaways and app demos
• Staff tables at beaches and participate in launch events (June-July 2025)
• Post flyers and QR codes at strategic locations in your assigned region
• Create authentic social media content for our Instagram from the field
• Collect user feedback and stories from local surfers
• Support local launch parties and community events
• Track and report field activity and download conversions
• Build relationships with local surf shops and community members

• Active surfer or surf culture enthusiast with knowledge of local breaks in your region
• Strong communication skills and outgoing personality
• Reliable transportation to beaches in your assigned area
• Smartphone with camera for social content creation
• Available 10-15 hours per week, including weekends
• Social media savvy, especially with Instagram
• Interest in marketing, community building, and startups
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently
• Currently enrolled in college/university (preferred but not required)

• Hands-on marketing experience with a surf tech startup
• Build your portfolio with real-world campaign results
• Networking opportunities with surf industry brands and influencers
• Letter of recommendation upon successful completion
• Free Onda branded merchandise
• Opportunity to win surf gear from our brand partners
• Potential for paid opportunities in the future

• Onboarding: May 21, 2025
• Field activities: June 2 - August 29, 2025
• Launch parties: June and July 2025

Send your resume and a brief paragraph about why you're interested in Onda and which region you'd prefer to work in to: [email protected]

Please include "Surf Marketing Intern - [Your Region]" in the subject line.

Onda values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. This unpaid internship is designed as a learning experience in compliance with applicable laws regarding unpaid internships.

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