Internship Overview
This position will be working in the Athlete Marketing division of the Athlete Management department at Wasserman. This group actively prospects paid opportunities/ partnerships for athletes that Wasserman represents. This intern will help create target lists, research specific markets and/or brands, assist in setting up meetings/calls with decision makers by making cold calls and other tasks pertaining to the Athlete Marketing process.
Day-to-day Duties Include:
Support the Vice President of Talent Marketing Operations with various tasks
Conduct cold calls and marketing outreach as directed
Create excel spreadsheets and powerpoint pitch decks to organize and conduct marketing outreach
Review contracts and prepare summaries
Review and code invoices for payment
Conduct research on prospective clients
Various administration duties as assigned
Applicants must possess a professional attitude while demonstrating initiative and strong communication skills.
Applicants should have an interest in sports business and sales/marketing as well as
be eager to learn about and contribute to the marketing and endorsement efforts of
professional athletes by cold calling and other communication skills.
Applicants with sales, marketing, business development and cold calls experience are strongly preferred.
Requirements:
Degree currently in progress, preferably majoring in a sports-related field
Applicants must be organized, self-motivated, passionate and enthusiastic.
Applicants must possess a professional attitude while demonstrating initiative and strong communication skills.
Applicants should have an interest in sports business and sales/marketing as well as
be eager to learn about and contribute to the marketing and endorsement efforts of
professional athletes by cold calling and other communication skills.
Applicants with sales, marketing, business development and cold calls experience are strongly
preferred.
Well-developed communication, organizational and time management skills, as well as basic administrative skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and to manage multiple priorities and strict deadlines
Strong attention to detail and highly organized
Displays indications of being loyal and trustworthy with the organization and clients
Must be able to receive college credit
Important Information:
This internship is for college credit only
Minimum commitment of 15+ hours per week
The summer internship program runs from June 3, 2025 – August 8, 2025
This is a remote opportunity, U.S. based candidates
Educational Benefit to Student:
Interns will attain a rewarding learning experience by working for one of the most respected sports & entertainment companies. They will learn business operations and important aspects of the Athlete sales and marketing process including prospecting, outreach, following through on deals and digital marketing strategies. Interns will also make invaluable connections with sports industry leaders.
Wasserman 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.
