Brand Development and Marketing Intern (Pack STEM, Moondeck, Fall '25)
**This internship is hosted by Moondeck and sponsored by the Nevada Career Studio (NCS).
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About Moondeck:
We’re two brothers who bought a beat-up sailboat and somehow ended up starting a shoe company.
After spending over a decade in the corporate world – in healthcare and tech – we both felt the pull to slow down and take control of our time. Something we could build ourselves. That sailboat was a turning point. We didn’t know much about sailing, and even less about making shoes. But we knew the life we were after – something simpler, more mobile, and more in tune with how we actually live.
At Moondeck, you won’t just be completing tasks — you’ll be learning directly from a founder with over 12 years of experience leading complex, cross-functional teams in drug development and patient health. I’ve managed teams of up to 9 people directly and led project teams of over 50 across multiple functions, timelines, and deliverables.
You'll gain exposure to:
- Real-world brand building from the ground up — from first product launch to live customer feedback
- How to manage creative projects, meet deadlines, and collaborate cross-functionally
- What it takes to navigate uncertainty, make decisions with limited data, and adapt quickly — core startup skills
- How to prioritize what actually matters when building something new — and what doesn’t
- Feedback loops that are clear, constructive, and focused on your growth
- Access to discussions about fundraising, operations, product development, and digital strategy — even outside your direct role
Whether you're interested in branding, entrepreneurship, product, marketing, or leadership in general, this internship offers hands-on experience + mentorship you won’t find in a classroom. And if it’s the right fit, we’re open to long-term opportunities beyond the internship.
Internship Description:
Moondeck is looking for a sharp, creative intern to join our early team as we launch our first product — the Lunar Tide 1 — this September. You’ll help shape our brand voice across Instagram, Facebook, and beyond, while helping us grow into new channels like TikTok and YouTube. From organic content to paid ads, this role blends strategy, creativity, and hustle. We're also looking to hire a software developer as we build together and you will be part of that team.
What you'll do:
- Build and schedule engaging social media content
- Assist in launching and analyzing paid ad campaigns (Meta, IG)
- Contribute ideas and creative assets for video, photo, and UGC
- Help us expand into TikTok, YouTube, and other new channels
- (Bonus) Join us at occasional events, races, or outdoor booths
Who you are:
- Interested in branding, creative marketing, and advertising
- Comfortable with Instagram, Canva, and content tools
- Bonus if you edit in CapCut, Premiere, or Adobe
- Passion for the outdoors, adventure, or just living a good story
- Excited to learn fast and work directly with founders
We're headquartered in Reno, NV, but the brand was born in St. Pete, Florida — so we’re building for a wide and diverse audience. This is a part-time, remote-friendly role with big exposure and room to grow. Long-term hire potential after graduation if it’s a mutual fit.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Complete 120 hours of work as an intern (8-15 hours per week, 15 weeks total)
- Build and schedule engaging social media content
- Assist in launching and analyzing paid ad campaigns (Meta, IG)
- Contribute ideas and creative assets for video, photo, and UGC
- Help us expand into TikTok, YouTube, and other new channels
- (Bonus):
- Join us at occasional events, races, or outdoor booths
- Own a small campaign or event (social giveaway, mini product drop, or booth activation)
- Pitch and build an original creative asset or page
Goals and Expectations of the Intern:
- Gain real-world experience working in a fast-paced startup environment
- Develop and execute creative projects from idea to implementation
- Improve technical skills through real tools and platforms like:
- Shopify, Klaviyo, Facebook Ads Manager (marketing)
- Canva, CapCut, Figma, Adobe Suite (creative)
- Google Analytics, SEO tools, Shopify backend (web)
- Gain confidence communicating across functions
- Understand campaign and content performance
- Learn how to read basic performance data (clicks, engagement, traffic)
- Get exposure to the "why" behind creative testing and adjustments
Metrics: 3-5 posts per week 1-2 ad concepts per week (copy, visuals and edits) Research and recommend new channels Assist with website creative based on UX and brand alignment Improve performance of existing ads or find solutions that can improve performance.
Required Qualifications:
- Must be a degree-seeking student at the University of Nevada, Reno during the Fall ‘25 semester
- Summer ‘25 or earlier graduates are not eligible for the Wolf Pack STEM Internship Program
- Coursework in marketing, business, or a related field
- Familiar with Instagram, Facebook, and basic content creation tools (e.g., Canva, CapCut, Adobe Express)
- Strong writing skills and an eye for tone, storytelling, and brand voice
- Interest or coursework in digital advertising, influencer marketing, or paid social is a plus
- Organized, creative, and self-directed — able to manage tasks in a fast-moving startup setting
Preferred Qualifications:
- Interest in footwear, apparel, or outdoor lifestyle brands
- Passion for startups, DTC (direct-to-consumer) brands, or e-commerce
- Familiarity with tools like Shopify, Klaviyo, Meta Ads Manager, or Google Analytics
- Experience creating UGC-style content or running a personal/brand social account
- Comfort working with minimal structure and figuring things out on the fly
- Aesthetic eye or attention to detail in brand design, content layout, or visual storytelling
- Bonus: an entrepreneurial mindset, side hustle, or history of starting things
Desired Schedule for Intern:
M-Sat whenever they can be available. Minimum of 1-2 meetings per week during normal 8-8 pm hours.
Pack STEM internships require interns to complete 120 hours during their internship. It is the intern’s responsibility to ensure this requirement is met.