Summer Sports Intern

Internship Opportunity: Sports Intern

Location: Nashville, TN

About Us:

The Familie is a music and sports agency representing top talent across the entertainment and athletic industries. Headquartered in Nashville, The Familie also has offices in Los Angeles, Scottsdale, and San Diego. We offer an exciting opportunity for a motivated college student to gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of talent management.

Position Overview:

The Sports Intern at The Familie will support the day-to-day operations of the Team Sports Division, gaining hands-on experience in client management, marketing, and business development. Interns will assist with social media planning and execution, NIL outreach, marketing research, and general business tasks that contribute to the success of our athletes and agency initiatives.

This is a great opportunity for students interested in the business side of sports to build real-world experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Interns will work closely with agents and staff on active projects and will be exposed to the inner workings of a leading sports and entertainment agency.

Please note this is an unpaid internship and eligible for academic credit.

Responsibilities:

· Provide recruiting support for Team Sports and NIL through prospect research and database management

· Assist with internal sports initiatives through outreach, research, and project coordination

· Support analytics projects by tracking performance, summarizing data, and preparing insights for athlete marketing and recruiting

· Assist with social media planning and content development for client brands

· Conduct research on prospective clients, market trends, and partnership opportunities

· Contribute to off-season planning, activations, and athlete engagement initiatives

· Assist in creative services, including updating decks, one-sheets, and internal materials

· Participate in team and client meetings, taking notes and assisting with follow-up tasks

· Perform administrative and operational tasks such as scheduling, file organization, and general correspondence

Details:

Duration: Mid-May through early/mid-August

Hours: 36–40 hours weekly

Compensation: Unpaid; eligible for academic credit

In-Office Requirement: Interns are expected to be onsite 3–4 days per week

Additional Information

Students from Vanderbilt (and some other universities) may be eligible to apply for summer internship grants that help cover living expenses for unpaid internships. We encourage applicants to check with their school’s career center or financial aid office for details on available funding opportunities.

· Well-developed communication, organizational and time management skills

· Highly organized with strong attention to detail

· Passion for sports, marketing, and the business side of the industry

· Familiarity with social media platforms and content best practices

· Interest or experience in NIL, collegiate athletics, or sponsorship/endorsement deals

· Proactive, resourceful, and eager to contribute in a fast-paced environment

· Preference for juniors, seniors, or recent graduates

· Must be enrolled in a university and continue to be enrolled for the duration of the internship