Spring 2027 - Intern, Creative

Our Intern program is a paid opportunity that allows participants to contribute to the organization’s success while at the same time applying learnings from the classroom. This semester we will continue with a hybrid program and will offer each participant the opportunity to gain in-office experience for approximately 3-days a week. Interns are responsible for their individual transportation and housing needs.  

Intern Expectations: 

• All Interns are expected to work 24-29.9 hours a week during the session. While each Intern will be working with a specific division, they will have the opportunity to learn about other areas within Excel, through lunch and learns held throughout the semester.  

Important Dates:   

• Our Spring Program runs from Monday, January 11th, 2027, through Thursday, May 6th, 2027. 

Office Hours:   

• 9:00 am‐6:00 PM ET, Monday-Friday OR as agreed upon with advisor.  Days in office must be coordinated with Advisor’s schedules.    

Our Interns must:  

• Be available to work under 30 hours per week.  
• Be available to report to the New York Office approximately 3-days a week.  
• Have a senior standing in college (must have completed your junior year of undergrad)  

OR  

• Be enrolled in a graduate school  

OR  

• Have a bachelor’s or postgraduate degree.   

Interview Process:   

• Applications will close on November 20th, 2026.
• If selected, the expectation is that offers will be extended by early December. 
• The program will begin on January 11th, 2027. 

Creative Intern Expectations:  

• Participate in maintaining project documentation and ensuring accurate, up-to-date reporting
•  Assist in research and brainstorming sessions that inform compelling creative assets across divisions and clients
• Contribute deep research and insights to help shape pitches and creative concepts
• Support the end-to-end production of creative deliverables — including graphics, video, and digital content — from concept through final execution
• Develop a working understanding of the professional standards required to represent elite athletes and blue-chip brand partners
• Observe and support client-facing communications to understand expectations, sensitivities, and priorities
• Assist in coordinating production timelines, asset organization, and file management to ensure creative projects are delivered on time and on brand
• Assist in preparing materials that align with the organization's brand positioning and commitment to excellence 

The pay for this position is: $17.00 per hour. Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the California and New York City Salary Transparency Law.