Global PR and Communications Intern

Founded in Japan in 1887, Kao is passionate about making a difference in people's lives with our high quality products and services to create a Kirei Life for all - a beautiful life that respects the needs of our consumers and customers as well as the planet. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment.

As a company driven by purpose and strong corporate values we pride ourselves to be listed among the World's Most Ethical Companies since 16 consecutive years. Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do - acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation and treating each other with trust and respect.

The role: 

This position will support the PR & Content Department with press and influencer outreach, stylist requests, event coordination, industry research, content creation and general administrative tasks.

What you will do:

• Managing product send outs for hairstylist, editor and influencer requests and maintaining send out log
• Monitoring and recording press and social clippings on a daily basis
• Organizing placement trackers for new launches and ongoing initiatives
• Staffing and assisting with influencer and press events (i.e. new product launches) and industry events (i.e. New York Fashion Week)
• Drafting content for various mediums including features on Oribe.com and weekly press highlights email
• Assisting with general administrative tasks, such as inventory management, shipping and messenger services, product mailings, online research and maintaining databases

What you will need:

• College student or recent college graduate from an accredited university majoring in relevant field, including marketing, public relations, communications, journalism, English, merchandising or design
• Excellent writing skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Dropbox, Adobe Suite, Google Docs and Instagram
• Interest in fashion and beauty as well as a basic knowledge of the industry
• Team player with a great attitude who believes no task is too small
• Graphic design skills a major plus

A reasonable pay range for this is position is 18 - 19/hr.