Don’t mind screen time? Video analysts spend their days breaking down film, tagging clips, and helping coaches and players prepare through video. It’s one of the fastest-growing behind-the-scenes roles in sports and a common entry point into performance and coaching environments. What the Job Looks Like Day to Day Video analysts help teams study performance…
Don’t want a desk job? Game day operations staff are constantly moving – setting up, coordinating, and making sure everything runs on time before, during, and after an event. It’s one of the more hands-on roles in sports, with direct responsibility for how a game actually comes together. What the Job Looks Like Day to…
Didn’t land a summer internship? You’re not out of the game. You just have to play it differently. There are still opportunities this summer – both on job boards and beyond them – if you’re willing to take initiative and create your own experience. Why This Actually Works Most students focus only on posted roles….
Don’t want a desk job? Equipment managers are constantly moving – setting up gear, organizing, and keeping things running behind the scenes. It’s one of the more hands-on roles in sports – an unsung job that has a real impact on how a team operates day to day. What the Job Looks Like Day to…
If you’re only searching for team names when looking for internships in sports… You’re probably missing opportunities. A lot of them. Most students search things like “LAFC internships” or “WNBA internships.” That makes sense on the surface, but it leaves out a big part of how hiring actually works in sports. • Many teams don’t…
Most students know the Savannah Bananas for their viral videos, sold out stadiums, and the chaos of Banana Ball. There is still a way to work their events and gain real sports experience even if you missed their official internships. The Bananas are no longer just a Savannah-based team. They operate a full touring production…
Landing a sports internship is hard. Making a lasting impression once you’re there? That’s where most interns drop the ball. Fact: almost every intern notices things that could be better. The email list that hasn’t been touched in months. The sponsor recap that looks like it was made in 2009. The social account nobody’s posting…
Everyone wants the major league internship. But very few students ask a smarter question: Where will I actually learn the most? It is easy to picture yourself courtside at an NBA arena or working on the sidelines of an NFL game. The brand recognition is powerful. The setting feels big. The logo looks impressive on…
At The Sports Intern, many of our readers are already in college and thinking about whether a graduate degree in sport management is worth it. A master’s program can absolutely help you break into the industry. But only if it gives you real access, real experience, and real career momentum. Graduate school should not just…
Internships are more than just a way to impress on your résumé: they’re opportunities to develop your skills, expand your network, and build your reputation. But the way you show up matters just as much as the work you’re assigned, if not more. Whether you’re interning at a pro team, brand, agency, or your school’s…
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