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Job Description

This role will support the Learfield NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) team’s mission of providing solutions that empower school and brand partners to maximize NIL opportunities for student-athletes. Our summer intern will be immersed in the NIL team’s efforts to develop and implement Learfield’s ever-evolving NIL strategy, including the development of case studies, NIL national partnership activation, sourcing and analyzing campaign data, and more.

This role will report to the Senior Manager of NIL Growth & Development.

This role will also have key relationships with the Executive Vice President of NIL Growth & Development, the NIL team, and various divisions within Learfield as NIL continues to touch all areas of our business. Our full time 2026 Summer Internship Program is a paid nine-week experience (June 1st, 2026 – July 31st, 2026).

You will be responsible for completing assigned tasks from your manager, as well as leading a comprehensive, summer-long project. The results of your project will be presented to your team at the end of the summer. Throughout the program, you’ll also participate in personal and professional development sessions, including speaker series and other growth opportunities. While the program content will be delivered virtually, you will be expected to report to the office where your team is based, as outlined above.

You will also have the opportunity to learn more about Learfield through a visit to one of our nearby campus properties as well as cross-departmental interactions during the summer. The Dallas-based role will be a hybrid model with four days in the office (Monday – Thursday) and one remote day on Fridays, unless specific projects demand in-person activity. Responsibilities: Utilize the internal sales dashboard to identify and create NIL case studies that can be shared with the entire multi-media rights (MMR) organization.

• Assist the Compass NIL team with the execution of national corporate NIL campaigns which will include maintaining campaign trackers, monitoring athlete/brand social media posts, attending status calls and preparing sales decks Collect and organize activation examples from 2025 - 2026 campaigns executed by MMR properties. Keep up with changes in NIL legislation, NCAA or other sports-related guidelines, and other legal considerations. Provide general assistance to NIL team in day-to-day support of priority initiatives.

Qualifications

Candidates who are juniors or seniors, with an expected graduation date no later than August 2027.

• Ability to start work on Monday, June 1st and secure housing for the full nine weeks. Ideally majoring in one of the following: Sports Management/Administration, Business Administration and/or Sports Law. Must have an interest in NIL and working knowledge of current industry trends Flexible work schedule to accommodate working in different time-zones

🎁 Benefits & Perks

Learfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually), including Parental Leave, 20 Paid Holidays, 401(k) + Match, and Short/Long Term Disability. Leave

🎁 Benefits & Perksbenefits are consistent with state and local laws, including the Colorado Health Families and Workplaces Act.

⚖️ Equal Opportunity

Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield’s presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With data-based solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors’ Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions. Our people-first culture is the foundation of our business and is reflective of our approach to building meaningful relationships with our employees, partners, and fans.

The company strives each day to deliver the mission statement and embody the

🎯 core values that make Learfield an exciting place to work.

🎯 Our Mission Powering the connection of fans to the brands and experiences they love. Our Core Values Build Trust | Be Fans of One Another | Power Tomorrow | Create & Connect Communities | Have Fun

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Salary Information

Salary: $25,000 - $45,000

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