- December 2, 2025
- Internship
Job Title
About ElixAre you passionate about women’s empowerment, health, and wellness?Do you dream of making a positive impact through storytelling, education, and community?If so, join us at Elix - a women-led wellness startup reimagining the future of women’s health through the power of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Rooted in ancient wisdom and backed by modern science, Elix is pioneering a new category of natural care for hormonal, metabolic, and digestive health.Since launch, Elix has been featured in Vogue, Forbes, Well+Good, Buzzfeed, and 200+ other outlets for its groundbreaking “East meets West” approach to holistic healing.About the RoleElix is seeking a TikTok & Social Content Intern who lives and breathes social media, knows what’s trending before it trends, and loves experimenting with storytelling through video.You’ll collaborate closely with Elix’s founder and our team of Doctors of Chinese Medicine to bring wellness education to life through creative, viral-ready content that inspires women to reconnect with their bodies and discover the power of herbal healing.This is a 3-month paid internship (15–20 hours/week) with opportunities to extend or grow into a full-time role.What You’ll DoCreate and ideate daily TikTok and Reels concepts that feel fresh, relatable, and on-trendIdentify emerging trends, sounds, and formats to help Elix stay ahead of the curveCollaborate with our founder and doctors to translate TCM wisdom into modern, engaging contentFilm and appear on camera or coach others on delivery and tone – you thrive with a phone camera!Write content briefs and help guide creative storytelling behind the scenes"Hook writing expertise" - craft scroll-stopping hooks in the first 3 secondsEdit and post content using tools like CapCut or native TikTok editingTrack video performance and earn bonuses for viral contentCompetitive analysis and research including: Weekly competitor content audits, document successful formats from adjacent industries, maintain a swipe file of high-performing wellness contentWhat You’ll LearnSpot trends: Identify emerging TikTok and Reels trends and turn them into shareable content.Tell stories on video: Film, edit, and craft engaging wellness content that resonates.Measure impact: Track performance and use insights to optimize content.For students: Real-world marketing experience + wellness industry connectionsFor performers: Build a wellness hosting reel + regular content creation incomeFor TCM students: Make your education immediately monetizable + build your practice's future audienceFor all: Learn from a venture-backed startup's growth playbookWho You AreObsessed with TikTok, Reels, and short-form storytellingYou have "main character energy" and aren't afraid to be on cameraYour FYP is your research lab - you study it for hours dailyYou've gone viral at least once (intentionally, not accidentally)You speak in TikTok references that your millennial boss won't understandYou can explain why one video gets 3M views while another flopsYou're tracking 10+ trending audios at any given momentYou can spot a trend 48 hours before brands catch onPassionate about wellness, women’s health, and herbal medicine - bonus if your FYP already shows you TCM and wellness contentCreative, curious, and proactive - always brimming with ideasExperienced with video editing tools (CapCut, InShot, or similar)Self-motivated with strong communication and collaboration skillsNYC-based or able to visit our office 2–3x/month preferredThis role is perfect if you're:A wellness-obsessed college student who already self-diagnoses on TikTok and wants to turn your FYP addiction into a careerAn aspiring actress/performer looking for a flexible side gig that lets you practice on-camera skills while building a wellness portfolioA TCM student or practitioner who can finally make ancient medicine cool for your generation (and get paid for it)A micro-influencer (3K-10K followers) ready to level up with brand backingBonus Skills:Experience with TikTok Shop featuresUnderstanding of TCM terminology and can make it Gen Z-friendlyHave successfully grown a personal or brand account from 0-10KExperience with TikTok Live or going live on socialCan turn serious health topics into shareable content without being cringeWe're especially excited if you:Already create wellness content and get DMs asking "what supplements do you take?"Have theater/improv background and can embody different "characters" (anxious girlie, PCOS warrior, etc.)Study TCM/acupuncture and can explain why your tongue reveals everythingHave gone viral for a wellness hot take or hormone balance tipCan make educational content that doesn't feel like homeworkCompensation & GrowthCompetitive hourly rate for 15–20 hours per weekPerformance bonus for viral videos or standout performancePotential to extend or transition to a full-time role based on business need and performanceHow to ApplyComplete a short application at the link below. You’ll be asked to share 2–3 current viral trends you think would be great to showcase the Elix brand - and tell us how you’d adapt each concept (for example: what text overlay or caption you’d use).📎 Apply here → https://bit.ly/ElixSocialIntern
Job Details
- Job Type: Part-time

