Growth & Brand Activation Intern

Overview Cactus Corn has quickly become the "go to" Concessionaire for Arizona's biggest and best events and venues. We serve our craft snacks at sporting events, concerts and premier events across the valley. "Creating smiles with Craft snacks" We believe in providing the freedom to have fun while getting the job done in a highly productive manner while doing right by the client, associate and the company. OUR PHILOSOPHY A couple quick traits that our team members identify with: Winners Mentality Keep it simple Grit and Determination Punctuality WHY JOIN OUR TEAM "Your mission will be to put smiles on the faces of attendees" Flexibility: Our scheduling is flexible and we will work with your availability. We have multiple evening and weekend shifts available all year long. Fun: Get paid to have fun, laugh and put on a show while getting things done in a highly productive manner. Opportunity for Growth: Be part of a talented team that wants everyone to grow and succeed personally and professionally. We strive to help our people any way we can. We want to incubate your growth! Get Paid: Make top of the market pay on a weekly basis as well as the ability to earn tips each shift! SO WHAT WILL I BE DOING? As an Event Associate you will be responsible for making sure events run smoothly, providing quality craft snacks to fuel smiles, and making sure everyone has a smile on their face. You will be handling the order taking, production and delivery of the craft snacks and beverages. There will be other opportunities for growth; whether it be into a Stand Lead/Manager, production or warehouse coordinator, Operations or brand Ambassador. THINGS TO DO ON THE JOB Smile Have Fun Make quality products Be efficient Hustle THIS POSITION IS NOT FOR: Those that aren't highly motivated to make people smile and do a great job. Those who aren't willing to learn and adapt. Those who don't give it their all. THIS POSITION IS FOR: Motivated individuals Knows how to make things happen on the fly Is resourceful Wants to have fun, make money and put smiles on peoples faces. WHY SHOULD YOU BE INTERESTED IN THIS JOB Get paid to have fun! Be in a fun energetic atmosphere Flexible hours Meet fun and interesting people Attend fun and exciting events around the valley WHY IS THIS JOB IMPORTANT: Brand quality is the foundation of our expansion and long term growth. Being the face of the company means you create the client experience. Growth & Brand Activation Intern Phoenix, AZ Company: Cactus Corn Hours: 15–20 hours per week Compensation: $18/hour + Performance Bonuses This Is Not a Typical Marketing Internship. This is live events. Packed stadiums. Campus activations. Content that actually moves numbers. Cactus Corn is building an iconic Arizona snack brand. We partner with major sports teams, pop up at the biggest events in the state, and are expanding rapidly across retail and direct-to-consumer channels. We are looking for a Growth & Brand Activation Intern who wants real ownership, measurable impact, and hands-on startup experience. If you want to help grow a brand that people recognize across Arizona, keep reading. What You’ll Do: Social Media Growth & Content (60%) Develop and execute a weekly content calendar for Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook Shoot and edit short-form video (Reels, TikTok, Stories, LIVE) Capture event content and turn it into engaging posts Launch and manage UGC campaigns Track engagement, follower growth, and performance metrics Deliver biweekly analytics reports Stay ahead of platform trends and test new ideas This role is about growth, engagement, and lead generation — not vanity metrics. Event Marketing & Brand Ambassadorship (40%) Represent Cactus Corn at 5-7 local events per month Engage directly with customers at stadiums, festivals, and campus activations Create real-time content from live activations Collect customer feedback and document insights You will be the face of the brand at events. Identify micro-influencers and campus ambassadors Develop local brand collaborations Help expand our reach across Arizona Compensation & Performance Bonuses: $18/hour base pay, $500 quarterly bonus for exceeding 15%+ follower growth KPIs, $200 bonus per event for generating 50+ qualified leads. If you grow the brand, you increase your earnings. Why This Role Stands Out Direct mentorship from founder and marketing agency Ownership of real campaigns Startup-level responsibility Portfolio-building experience Exposure to professional sports partnerships Free popcorn This is a launchpad for a career in marketing, branding, or entrepreneurship. Ideal Candidate Junior or Senior pursuing Marketing, Communications, or related field Experience managing social media for a club, small business, or personal brand Comfortable on camera and engaging with live audiences Familiar with Instagram, TikTok, and analytics tools Creative, proactive, and growth-minded Available for nights and weekends for events Bonus if you have grown a page past 1,000 followers or worked live events. What Success Looks Like Increased engagement rates Strong email lead capture at events Repeatable content formats that perform Strong relationships with local influencers How to Apply Submit: Resume A short paragraph or cover letter is great but not necessary We are building something iconic in Arizona. If you want to help grow it, apply now. Details Location: phoenix, AZ Employment Type: Internship Salary: $18 - $18 /per hour Skill Level: Internship Apply Share This Job #J-18808-Ljbffr