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)
About Onda Onda is an exciting new surf app designed by surfers for surfers, launching in Northern California this summer. We're looking for passionate surf enthusiasts to help create a community-focused experience at local beaches. This is a unique opportunity to join an innovative startup in the surf tech industry and make a real impact.
Role Overview As a Surf Marketing Intern at Onda, you'll play a crucial role in our grassroots marketing initiatives. You'll be our brand ambassador at beaches, surf shops, and local events, engaging with fellow surfers and fostering our community. This hands-on position combines your love for surf culture with valuable marketing experience-ideal for students or recent graduates seeking to enhance their resume while enjoying the surf lifestyle.
Primary Responsibilities - Conduct on-the-ground marketing at local surf locations, including distributing wax and demonstrating the app.
- Set up and manage tables at beaches and be actively involved in launch events (June-July 2025).
- Post flyers and QR codes in strategic spots within your assigned region.
- Create genuine social media content for our Instagram from the field.
- Gather user feedback and personal stories from local surfers.
- Assist with local launch parties and community events.
- Track and report field activity as well as app download conversions.
- Build positive relationships with local surf shops and community members.
Qualifications - Active surfer or deeply passionate about surf culture with good knowledge of local breaks in your area.
- Excellent communication skills and a friendly, outgoing personality.
- Reliable transportation to access beaches in your assigned area.
- Smartphone with a camera for creating social media content.
- Availability of 10-15 hours per week, including weekends.
- Comfortable using social media, especially Instagram.
- Interest in marketing, community engagement, and startups.
- Self-driven and able to work independently.
- Currently enrolled in college/university (preferred but not required).
- Must reside locally in the Bay Area, CA this summer.
What You'll Gain - Hands-on marketing experience with a surf tech startup.
- Opportunity to build your portfolio with tangible campaign outcomes.
- Networking opportunities with surf industry brands and influencers.
- Letter of recommendation upon successful completion.
- Free Onda branded merchandise.
- Chance to win surf gear from our brand partners.
- Potential for future paid opportunities.
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 with your responses to the questions below. Your thoughtful answers will help us find the right fit for the position. (No AI-generated responses, please.)
Questions: - Will you reside in Northern California this summer?
- Do you have reliable transportation this summer to travel to various surf spots?
- Have you ever surfed? If so, where/when?
- What do you know about surf culture, and what draws you to it?
- 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)
- What's your knowledge of local surf breaks in your region?
- Why are you excited about interning at Onda this summer?
- What's your availability this summer, including weekends?
- Do you have plans for any other jobs or commitments this summer?
- What areas of our work are you most interested in diving into? (Marketing, community outreach, events, digital content, etc.)
- Share a bit about yourself-your interests, hobbies, what makes you unique.
- When would you be available to start both online and in-person?
- Do you have reliable transportation to the region you selected?
- Would you consider yourself outgoing? A people person?
- Are you comfortable engaging with people in person and promoting an app in high-traffic beach zones?
- Do you have an Instagram and/or TikTok account? If so, are you willing to share your handles?
- Will you reside in the Bay Area, CA, this summer?
Please attach your resume to the email.
We will review your responses and get back to you shortly regarding the next steps.
We look forward to learning more about you.
Onda values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. This unpaid internship is structured as a learning experience in compliance with applicable regulations regarding unpaid internships.