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Fall 2026 Internship - Talent Marketing

LE001 The.Team: SME, LLC United States of America, USA-CA - Los Angeles HQ
Remote Part Time

Job description

THE·TEAM operates at the epicenter of sports, music, entertainment and culture, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. THE·TEAM works with iconic sports and media figures across the world in every major sport, utilizing our extensive influence to maximize negotiations and create meaningful opportunities for our clients across teams, leagues, brands, content and live events. Headquartered in Los Angeles, THE·TEAM's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit THE.TEAM. This position will be working in the Athlete Marketing division of the Athlete Management department at THE·TEAM. This group actively prospects paid opportunities/ partnerships for athletes that THE·TEAM represents. Interns will gain hands-on experience supporting the Senior Vice President and broader Athlete Marketing team in all aspects of the endorsement process—from initial research and prospecting to pitch preparation and deal analysis. This internship offers a unique chance to learn the strategies and business operations behind athlete endorsements from both the athlete and brand perspectives. Please note: This is an unpaid internship. Candidates must be eligible to receive college credit as compensation for this internship. Candidates selected to move forward in the interview process will need to submit proof of eligibility to receive academic credit for their time interning with THE·TEAM and will be disqualified if they are unable to do so. What You'll Do Support the SVP and staff of Talent Marketing on various athlete marketing initiatives Conduct cold calls and outreach to potential brand partners Build and maintain spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations for outreach and pitches Research prospective clients, athletes, and brand categories Track invoices and assist in administrative duties as needed Participate in marketing strategy sessions and team calls Maintain a professional attitude and demonstrate strong communication and initiative What You'll Need Must be currently enrolled in a college/university and eligible to receive academic credit Preferably majoring in Sports Management, Business, Marketing, or a related field Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills Interest in sports, marketing, endorsements, and athlete representation Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities Experience with cold calling, marketing, or sales is a plus Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) Highly detail-oriented and professional demeanor Important Information for Fall 2026 Internships This internship will run from September 9th, 2026 – December 11th, 2026. This position is open to anywhere within the United States. THE·TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. THE·TEAM is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We are always searching for the most passionate and talented people from all backgrounds and experiences to join us. 20 years into our evolution, we continue to expand services and geographies across the exciting and extraordinary worlds of sports, music, entertainment and culture. We are committed to making a meaningful difference and driving real change when it comes to diversity equity and inclusion — not only among our employees, but in how we serve clients and push the industry at large. If this sounds like a place you’d like to work, let’s talk! THE·TEAM is a global leader in sports, music and entertainment. Founded in 2002, THE·TEAM represents many of the world’s most iconic sports and entertainment figures, musical artists, brands and properties, empowering them to shape culture and captivate audiences worldwide.

Skills and functions

  • Marketing
  • Operations