Fall 2026 Intern, Brand Marketing

Excel Sports Management is an industry-leading sports agency representing top-tier talent, blue-chip brands and marquee properties. Our success is rooted in our people, our high character reputation and our commitment to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace. We focus on team chemistry, collaboration, strong relationships, valuable networks, and ambitious ideas to deliver innovative solutions that keep our clients and agency ahead of the curve.   Excel Sports Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).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 Fall Program runs from Monday, September 14th, 2026 through Thursday, December 10th, 2026.   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 Intern 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 August 14th, 2026 If selected, the expectation is that offers will be extended mid to late August. The program will begin on September 14th, 2026.   Brand Marketing Intern Expectations:  Will assist the Brand Marketing team with research and brainstorms to create market opportunities for clients. Assists in the management and data upload/tracking of client deliverables. Assists the Brand Marketing team with confidential client projects. Will gain a thorough understanding of the coordination and planning process of marketing events and/or appearances for clients. Will learn the process of negotiation and execution of marketing contracts and/or appearances. Will learn the process of pitching new brands/clients. Will learn how to build and maintain positive client relationships that result in enhanced partnerships and increased ESM opportunities. Assists Brand Marketing team with research and brainstorms to create sponsorship activation, hospitality, and marketing initiatives. Will learn how to de...