Coaches & Executives Operations Internship

Athletes First

Coaches & Executives Operations Internship

Gainesville, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    About the Operations Intern position

    We are seeking an Operations Intern who will be provided with a great deal of hands-on experience and insight into the world of sports through the agency lens. It is a great opportunity for a passionate, creative, and focused graduate or exceptional undergraduate student who is interested in a career in sports or entertainment management.

    *This internship session will last for approximately 9 months – beginning August 25, 2025 and ending May 22, 2026

    ***This position is based out of the Gainesville, FL office ***

    Intern Responsibilities and Projects include:

    • Create coaching and executive profiles for current clients and in-depth background bios of potential recruits
    • Research and generate new information for agents in coaching or personnel staff recruitment
    • Update information on NFL and NCAA performance and hiring trends
    • Summarizing various media reports (via podcast summaries, articles, etc.)
    • Research, coordinate, and assist with event logistics on a needed basis (Super Bowl, NFL Combine, Athletes First company events, etc.)
    • General office duties and administrative services as assigned

    Requirements :

    • Extremely organized and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
    • Detail oriented
    • Effective communication skills
    • Excellent organizational skills
    • Critical thinker and problem solver
    • Strong ability to work as part of a team, as some coworkers will be in satellite offices
    • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and other programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Canva, etc.)
    • Must have a car as some tasks will require intern to travel
    • Graduated or pursuing a degree in Sports Management or a related field

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Knowledge of the college football landscape, conference realignment, etc.
    • Experience playing and/or working for a collegiate/professional sports organization

    **This person would be expected to be available “after hours” as our clients make requests even after the business day and on weekends.

    *This is a paid internship *