Marketing and Social Media Intern (Summer '26)

About Ess‑a‑Bagel: Ess‑a‑Bagel is a 50‑year‑old, family‑owned New York City institution known for producing some of the most respected bagels in the city. The business operates multiple high‑volume retail locations, a wholesale production facility, and airport locations, and continues to expand while maintaining its commitment to quality. Ess‑a‑Bagel combines legacy craftsmanship with modern operational complexity, creating an environment that is fast‑moving, demanding, and deeply hands‑on.

Internship Program Overview: Ess‑a‑Bagel is launching its first structured internship program for students and recent graduates seeking real‑world experience within an operationally complex food business. Interns will work on real projects that directly impact the business, with exposure to senior leadership and day‑to‑day decision-making. This is not a traditional corporate internship; priorities change, problems are real, and adaptability is essential. This internship is a compensated program, at $20-25/hr depending on experience.

Program Structure: Each intern will have a primary functional role while also supporting cross‑functional and ad‑hoc projects as business needs evolve. Approximately 70% of time will be spent in a defined role, with the remaining time dedicated to reactive problem solving across teams. These are hybrid/in-person roles, and interns should expect to work in stores, offices, and production environments.

What We Look For in Interns: Strong adaptability and comfort with ambiguity; ownership mentality and follow‑through; ability to communicate clearly and flag issues early; willingness to be hands‑on in a fast‑paced environment; interest in operations, food, consumer brands, or entrepreneurship.

Applicants should be working towards a Bachelor's Degree in any of the fields listed below (though any majors are encouraged to apply), and have a keen interest in the food and beverage industry:

Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Hospitality, Hotel & Restaurant Management, or Science.

What Interns Will Gain: Direct responsibility for meaningful work; exposure to how a multi‑unit business actually operates; experience working with senior leadership; the opportunity to create tangible outputs such as process improvements, audits, documentation, or analyses.

Program Details: Paid internship; 8–12 weeks with flexible start dates; 20–40 hours per week depending on role and availability; New York City-based with in‑person work required.

How to Apply: Please submit a resume along with a short note answering the following question: Why are you interested in working in a fast‑paced business like Ess‑a‑Bagel, and what is something you’ve noticed at a restaurant that you’ve always wanted to change?

Marketing and Social Media Intern

Overview: The Marketing and Social Media Intern supports brand, content, and campaign execution with a focus on short-form content and in-store visibility. Responsibilities include TikTok, Instagram, and short-form content execution; in-store signage and brand audits; campaign tracking and performance reporting; community and collaboration research; content organization; and supporting launches, promotions, and events. This role is ideal for candidates who understand digital culture and can move quickly from idea to execution.