Summer Marketing Intern - Surf App (Unpaid) Job at Onda Sports Inc., Alameda, CA

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  • Onda Sports Inc.
  • Alameda, CA

Job Description

*Please read to the bottom of the job description to see how to apply*

Location:

In Person - Santa Cruz and San Francisco Bay Area (Multiple locations)

Duration: June - August 2025 (3 months) *Flexible

Position Type: Unpaid Internship (Part-time, 10-15 hours/week)

Regions: East Santa Cruz, West Santa Cruz, North Santa Cruz, Pacifica, Ocean Beach (SF)

About Onda (

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.

Role Overview

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.

Primary Responsibilities

  • 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

Qualifications

  • 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)
  • Must be reside locally in the Bay Area, CA this summer.

What You'll Gain

  • 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

Ideal Timeline (Flexible):

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

How to Apply

Please email us at jobs@getonda.ai with answers to the questions below. Please be honest and thoughtful—this helps us find the right fit for the position. (No AI-generated responses, please!)

Questions:

1) Will you reside somewhere in Northern California this summer?

2) Do you have reliable transportation this summer to travel to different surf spots?

3) Have you ever surfed? If so, where/when?

4) What do you know about surf culture, and what draws you to it?

5) Which region(s) are you interested in covering? (Choose all that apply):

-- East Santa Cruz

-- West Santa Cruz

-- North Santa Cruz

-- Pacifica

-- Ocean Beach (SF)

6) What’s your knowledge of local surf breaks in the area you’re applying to work in?

7) Why are you excited about the idea of interning at Onda this summer?

8) What’s your general availability this summer, including weekends?

9) Do you have or plan to take on any other jobs or commitments this summer?

10) What areas of our work are you most excited to dive into? (Marketing, community outreach, events, digital content, etc.)

11) Tell us a bit about yourself—interests, hobbies, what makes you you.

12) When would you be available to start both online and in person?

13) Do you have reliable transportation to get to your chosen region?

14) Would you consider yourself outgoing? A people person?

15) Are you comfortable engaging with people in person and promoting an app in high-traffic beach areas?

16) Do you have an Instagram and/or TikTok account? If so, are you willing to share your handles?

17) Will you reside in the Bay Area, CA, this summer?

Please attach a copy of your resume to the email.

We’ll review your responses and get back to you as soon as possible about the next steps.

Looking forward to hearing more about you!

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.

Job Tags

Part time, Internship, Summer internship, Local area, Flexible hours,

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