Intern, University Relations & Community Partnerships, Next Gen

Wasserman; Washington; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

THE·TEAM is seeking a University Relations & Community Partnerships intern to join our campus-focused marketing team. You will support on-campus events, build university partnerships, and contribute to client campaigns in a fast-paced agency setting.

Current enrollment in Marketing/Communications/PR is required. The role involves researching colleges, contacting campus partners, and helping with campaigns and activations from Sept 9, 2026 to Dec 11, 2026, 15–20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in college/university pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized and able to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and coordinating on-campus events, activations, and college marketing initiatives.
• Research and source new contacts at colleges and universities to grow campus networks.
• Support outreach and relationship-building with university departments and student organizations.
• Participate in team brainstorms to engage college audiences and campus communities.
• Conduct research on colleges, student organizations, campus culture, and opportunities for client campaigns.
• Share insights into student consumer habits, trends, and campus culture.
• Assist with ongoing University Relations projects and campaign needs.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Relationship-building

Event planning

Research skills

Education

Currently enrolled in college/university (Marketing/PR/Communications)

Job description

THE·TEAM is proud to provide representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties across 28 countries and more than 70 cities worldwide. Our Next Gen group creates marketing programs that connect brands with the next generation of consumers. From Gen Alpha to Gen Z and Millennials, we understand and reach consumers at key life stages – from high THE·TEAM Boilerplates as of June 2026 school through college and young adulthood. Our unique access unlocks culturally relevant engagement at scale, allowing brands to engage this unique audience through custom research, ambassador, social, experiential, and community integration strategies, as well as owned assets and proprietary technologies.

Shaped by our belief in the unifying power of sports, music and entertainment, THE·TEAM leads with intelligence, ideas and influence. For more information, please visit the.team.

Internship Overview/TheRole :

We are looking for a University Relations & Community Partnerships intern to join our rapidly growing team of college and youth marketing enthusiasts. As a University Relations & Community Partnerships intern, you will be part of our University Relations team and actively contribute to the success of key client marketing campaigns and on-campus activations. This is a hands-on learning opportunity to get a feel for what it’s like to work and be successful in an agency environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist the University Relations team with planning and coordinating on-campus events, activations, and other college marketing initiatives.
• Research and source new contacts at colleges and universities to help grow our network of campus and community relationships.
• Support outreach and relationship-building with university departments, student organizations, campus partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Participate in team research and brainstorms to help develop new, creative ways to engage college audiences and campus communities.
• Conduct research on colleges, universities, student organizations, campus culture, and relevant opportunities to support client campaigns.
• Share insights into current student consumer habits, behaviors, trends, and campus culture.
• Assist with ongoing University Relations and Community Partnerships projects and campaign needs.

What We’re Looking For:

• You are currently enrolled in a college or university and pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• You have an eye for up-and-coming, Gen-Z based trends, and you’re a creative thinker that is willing to travel outside of the box for the right solutions.
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills and are comfortable building relationships with a variety of people and organizations.
• You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects and priorities at once.
• You are proactive, resourceful, and excited to research, identify, and pursue new partnership opportunities.
• You have an unmatched work ethic and are eager to contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative agency environment.

Internship Program Details

• Runs from September 9th,2026toDecember 11th, 2026

• Availability to contribute 15-20 hours a week over the course of the semester

THE·TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.