We’re Hiring

Creative Studio Intern – The Wick and Wine Experience

Location: The Berwyn Shops (Berwyn, IL)

Type: Paid Internship | $17/hour, up to 25 hours per week

Schedule: Thursday–Sunday, June through August (potential to extend)

Must be able to commute to the Berwyn Shops

About Us:

The Wick and Wine Experience is a creative, wellness-centered candle-making studio and retail space where scent meets soul. We create unforgettable moments through hands-on candle workshops and custom product offerings. We’re looking for a dynamic and creative Studio Intern to support both our social media and in-studio workshop operations.

This is a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience in marketing, customer engagement, event logistics, and content creation — all within a growing, Black woman-owned brand rooted in mindfulness and community.

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Your Responsibilities Will Include:

✦ Social Media + Marketing Support

• Capture behind-the-scenes content at workshops and in the studio

• Create reels, Instagram posts/stories, and Canva graphics

• Research trends, hashtags, and sound ideas for IG/TikTok

• Help schedule and post content using apps like Later or Meta Suite

• Engage with our online community (respond to DMs, comments, etc.)

✦ Workshop + Studio Support

• Assist with prepping materials for candle-making sessions

• Greet guests, check them in, and support them during workshops

• Help with light instruction, clean-up, and resetting the space

• Restock inventory, label products, and maintain a welcoming environment

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Ideal Candidate:

• You’re personable, creative, and detail-oriented

• Comfortable with Instagram, TikTok, Canva, and basic editing tools

• Able to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods

• Thrive in a collaborative, community-focused space

• Available Thursday–Sunday and able to reliably commute to Berwyn

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What You’ll Gain:

• Real experience working in a creative small business

• Portfolio-worthy social media content

• Event coordination and customer service skills

• Mentorship in brand-building, marketing, and entrepreneurship

• Potential for continued work or future paid roles

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To Apply:

Email your resume (or summary of experience), availability, and a few lines about why you’re interested to [your email] with the subject:

“Creative Studio Intern – [Your Name]”