Spring 2027 - Intern, Communications

Excel Sports Management, LLC.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Excel Sports Management is offering a paid Communications Intern program in New York with a hybrid schedule. Interns work roughly 24–29.9 hours weekly, split across the NY office and remote days, gaining experience in media relations, press materials, and client communications.

The role requires rising seniors or graduate students, with a bachelor’s or postgraduate degree acceptable. The program runs Jan 11, 2027 through May 6, 2027, with in-office days and dedicated advisor coordination.

Qualifications

• Must have strong storytelling, editorial, and writing skills.
• Must be collaborative, engaging, and a self-starter.
• Must have strong organizational skills and be able to multitask in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Must demonstrate social intelligence and the ability to communicate and connect effectively and personably, adjusting communication styles based on the audience and situation.
• Must demonstrate uncompromising ethics, integrity, and sound judgment, with a consistent focus on doing what is right.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to develop, edit, and proofread materials, including press releases, media pitches, interview briefs, fact sheets, and other materials.
• Conduct background research and compile and analyze media and competitor coverage.
• Monitor media and track coverage in real time; develop client-facing reports; and support the development of program recaps.
• Engage with and establish relationships with media and influencers.
• Develop and regularly update media lists and editorial calendars.
• Under the guidance and supervision of senior team members, manage reactive media requests and proactively pitch client announcements and initiatives.
• Support relevant Communications leads on various projects across Talent, Brands, and Properties.
• Provide administrative support to the entire Communications team, including managing a shared calendar and tracking interview requests and coverage.
• Develop and distribute regular internal and external communications materials, such as newsletters, media blasts, and weekly status reports.
• Monitor media placements for client coverage.
• Assist the Communications team with research on clients, media outlets, and reporters to identify potential coverage opportunities.
• Learn to develop and curate innovative storylines for clients.
• Develop relationships with local reporters and pitch clients for feature stories.
• Assist the Communications Department in developing pitch opportunities for the agency and Brand Marketing clients.
• Learn to use public relations platforms, such as Cision, to research and develop media lists.
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Skills

Storytelling & writing

Editorial skills

Collaboration

Multitasking

Ethics & integrity

Communication style adaptation

Education

Senior standing in college

Graduate school

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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.

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

Communications Intern Expectations:

• Learn how to develop, edit, and proofread materials, including press releases, media pitches, interview briefs, fact sheets, and other materials
• Conduct background research and compile and analyze media and competitor coverage
• Monitor media and track coverage in real time; develop client-facing reports; and support the development of program recaps
• Engage with and establish relationships with media and influencers
• Develop and regularly update media lists and editorial calendars
• Under the guidance and supervision of senior team members, manage reactive media requests and proactively pitch client announcements and initiatives
• Support relevant Communications leads on various projects across Talent, Brands, and Properties
• Provide administrative support to the entire Communications team, including managing a shared calendar and tracking interview requests and coverage
• Develop and distribute regular internal and external communications materials, such as newsletters, media blasts, and weekly status reports
• Monitor media placements for client coverage
• Assist the Communications team with research on clients, media outlets, and reporters to identify potential coverage opportunities
• Learn to develop and curate innovative storylines for clients
• Develop relationships with local reporters and pitch clients for feature stories
• Assist the Communications Department in developing pitch opportunities for the agency and Brand Marketing clients
• Learn to use public relations platforms, such as Cision, to research and develop media lists.
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Communications Intern Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Must have strong storytelling, editorial, and writing skills
• Must be collaborative, engaging, and a self-starter
• Must have strong organizational skills and be able to multitask in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Must demonstrate social intelligence and the ability to communicate and connect effectively and personably, adjusting communication styles based on the audience and situation
• Must demonstrate uncompromising ethics, integrity, and sound judgment, with a consistent focus on doing what is right

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.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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