Intern, Marketing

Shine BrightX LLC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Paid downtown parking

Tickets to Thunder home game

Job summary

Oklahoma City Thunder invites a paid, in-person marketing internship at its downtown Oklahoma City corporate office. You will gain hands-on experience across fan development, events, retail, youth basketball, brand initiatives, and paid media projects, while supporting game-related marketing initiatives for Thunder games and events.

You will collaborate with multiple departments, shadow the Brand Influence & Identity team, and assist with planning calendars, campaign coordination, and event

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and eligible for course credit
• Pursuing a degree in marketing, advertising, public relations, sports management, communications, or related field preferred
• Previous coursework or experience in sports marketing preferred but not required
• Interest in gaining experience across multiple sports marketing areas and understanding departmental collaboration
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel and PowerPoint; Canva is a plus

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in sports marketing areas including fan development, events, retail, youth basketball, brand initiatives, and select paid media projects
• Support coordination and execution of marketing initiatives for Thunder games, theme nights, All-Star programming, and other priorities
• Track and coordinate game-day reads for home and away games
• Develop and maintain 30-, 60-, and 90-day planning calendars for upcoming games, events, campaigns, and marketing initiatives
• Shadow Brand Influence & Identity team members to learn about marketing and brand strategy
• Collaborate with departments across the organization on marketing projects and initiatives
• Assist with select paid media projects, campaign coordination, and reporting
• Support event planning and execution for fan-focused programs and experiences
• Attend company-organized intern learning activities or luncheons
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Canva

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Currently enrolled in college/university

Marketing/related degree preferred

Sports marketing coursework encouraged

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Gain hands‑on experience in sports marketing areas including fan development, events, retail, youth basketball, brand initiatives, and select paid media projects
• Support coordination and execution of marketing initiatives for Thunder games, theme nights, All‑Star programming, and other priorities
• Track and coordinate game‑day reads for home and away games
• Develop and maintain 30-, 60-, and 90-day planning calendars for upcoming games, events, campaigns, and marketing initiatives
• Shadow Brand Influence & Identity team members to learn about marketing and brand strategy
• Collaborate with departments across the organization on marketing projects and initiatives
• Assist with select paid media projects, campaign coordination, and reporting
• Support event planning and execution for fan-focused programs and experiences
• Attend company-organized intern learning activities or luncheons
• Perform other duties as assigned

About You

The company is looking for:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and eligible for course credit
• Pursuing a degree in marketing, advertising, public relations, sports management, communications, or related field preferred
• Previous coursework or experience in sports marketing preferred but not required
• Interest in gaining experience across multiple sports marketing areas and understanding departmental collaboration
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with Canva is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid internship
• Paid downtown parking
• Tickets to a Thunder home game during the season

Additional Details

This is an in‑person internship located at the Oklahoma City Thunder corporate office in downtown Oklahoma City. Physical requirements may include lifting up to 50 pounds, working extended shifts, and exposure to loud music, crowd noise, and flashing or strobe lights in‑arena. A driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle insurance are required for some local travel. Housing and transportation are not provided. This internship does not guarantee a full‑time position upon completion.

Equal Opportunity

The Thunder is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a welcoming and inclusive environment. Applicants are considered fairly based on qualifications and experience without regard to legally protected status or past legal system involvement.