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Job Description: Intern, Ecommerce
Status: Part- Time, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Sr. Director, Ecommerce Merchandising & Director, Ecommerce
Location: Carlsbad, CA
About REEF:

At REEF, we’re more than a premium footwear brand. We’re a community built on a deep love for the beach, surf culture, and creating high-quality products that fit active, adventurous lifestyles. For more than 30 years, we’ve blended comfort, style, versatility, and innovation to create footwear made for life in and around the water.

As industry pioneers, we are committed to setting the standard for environmental and social responsibility. We prioritize sustainable design by using water-based glues, recycled materials, and other low-impact innovations, while actively supporting organizations like Urban Surf 4 Kids and the Surfrider Foundation. Beyond our products, we empower our employees and brand advocates to give back, fostering a culture rooted in purpose and impact.

That same purpose carries into how we work and who we bring onto our team. At REEF, we value collaboration, creativity, accountability, and people who are energized by contributing to a brand with strong heritage and continued momentum. If you’re excited to help shape what’s next for REEF, we’d love to hear from you.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Ecommerce Intern to support our Digital Commerce team across site operations, ecommerce merchandising, and digital marketing execution. This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in how a fast-paced consumer brand operates across ecommerce, site management, marketing support, and cross-functional execution.

This role will report to the Senior Director of Ecommerce Merchandising with a dotted line to the Director of Ecommerce and will support a range of backend, operational, and coordination tasks that help keep the business running efficiently. This is a part-time, non-exempt position based at our Carlsbad, CA headquarters, with an expected schedule of up to 25 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities:

• Support backend data maintenance and administrative work within Shopify and other ecommerce tools
• Assist with product, collection, and site-related updates to ensure accuracy and organization across the ecommerce experience
• Provide backend support for site operations, including executional tasks, data upkeep, and general platform administration
• Maintain and send traffic links for digital marketing campaigns and activations
• Help coordinate administrative support around influencers and content creators
• Assist with moderating and managing product reviews, quizzes, and other customer-facing site content
• Help maintain trackers, project plans, and team workflows in tools such as Monday.com, Google Sheets, and Excel
• Take on ad hoc administrative, project, and execution support tasks as needed to improve team efficiency and help move priorities forward

Qualifications:

• Recent college graduate, preferably with a degree in business, marketing, communications, merchandising, ecommerce, or a related field
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated interest in ecommerce, digital marketing, and consumer brands
• Comfortable managing multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and Google Sheets
• Familiarity with or interest in learning platforms such as Shopify, Monday.com, and other ecommerce or project management tools
• Curious, proactive, and willing to jump in wherever support is needed.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement:
REEF Lifestyle LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Pay Transparency:
REEF Lifestyle LLC complies with all applicable state and local laws regarding pay transparency. For positions located in California, the hourly range for this role is $20.00. Please note that final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's qualifications and experience. Additional benefits and compensation details will be shared during the offer process.
Reasonable Accommodations:
REEF Lifestyle LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact us directly. At-Will Employment: Employment at REEF Lifestyle LLC is on an at-will basis. This means that either the employee or REEF Lifestyle LLC may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.