Internship PR & Partnerships

Be(come) the Experience – Make brand moments visible that truly move people.

We are Kapten & Son. With over 250 Kaptens, we work every day to become Europe's leading D2C backpack brand. Our backpacks accompany people through their everyday experiences – and you make sure those experiences reach the world through strong PR work and authentic partnerships.

Duration: 6 months | Start: 15 August 2026 | Location: Cologne

Your Kapten Experience includes

• Shape product seedings creatively: You're part of the process from day one – from creative and operational planning through to the execution of product seedings for press representatives and international influencers.

• Handle press enquiries: You serve as the point of contact for incoming press enquiries, making sure our brand voice comes across clearly and authentically.

• Coordinate partnerships: You manage product orders and their personalisation for our brand and cooperation partners – keeping track of everything and ensuring smooth workflows.

• Bring PR actions and events to life: You support the team in planning and executing branding and PR activations, as well as organising PR events that make our brand tangible.

• Create press releases and reportings: You draft press releases and compile PR reportings that show the real impact of our work.

• You're studying Communication, Marketing or Design – or have recently completed your degree

• Ideally, you've already gained some first experience in PR or events

• You bring creativity and a strong sense for aesthetics and organisation

• You're reliable and well-organised – even when things move fast

• You speak fluent German and English; knowledge of French, Dutch or Italian is a plus

• You hold a valid driving licence

What awaits you

• Flexible working: Flexitime and the option to work half of your hours remotely

• Workation: Want to explore the world? No problem. Work from your favourite European destination for up to two weeks a year

• Feel-good atmosphere: A modern office right on the Rhine, with everything you could wish for – from our in-house barista to subsidised meals

• #crewloveistruelove: Regular company and team events and creative workshops

• Students Club: Monthly activities with all interns and working students

• Learning & Development: Personal development opportunities and quarterly feedback sessions

• Discounts: Corporate benefits and discounts on our products

• Volunteer Day: Paid time off for your voluntary work #SocialResponsibility

Ready to join the crew?

Being a Kapten by heart means being there for each other, acting with passion and creating brand experiences that truly resonate. If you're excited to actively shape PR work and partnerships and turn your creativity into real impact – Carolin looks forward to hearing from you.

Be the experience.

Find out more about life at Kapten & Son on @kaptenandson.career