Spring 2027 - Intern, Speakers

Excel Sports Management, LLC.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid program

Paid internship

In-office New York

Job summary

Excel Sports Management, LLC. in New York offers a paid internship with a hybrid schedule. Interns work approximately 24-29.9 hours per week across divisions and gain in-office experience three days a week.

The Spring Program runs from January 11, 2027 through May 6, 2027. Office hours are 9:00 am–6:00 PM ET, Monday–Friday, with guidance from an advisor. Interns are responsible for their own transportation and housing.

Qualifications

• Senior standing in college or graduate student status required.
• Strong interest in prospecting and sports industry outreach.
• Ability to learn and support multiple divisions within Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support outbound prospecting activities and identify decision-makers.
• Research event planners and corporate buyers to build target leads.
• Build target lead lists aligned with talent across divisions.
• Monitor conference calendars and planning cycles for opportunities.
• Manage inbound inquiries when appropriate.
• Draft speaker pitch briefs to assist senior sellers.
• Assist in building a talent bank of speakers for pitches.

Skills

Prospecting

Lead generation

Research

Pitch briefs

Talent bank

Education

Senior standing in college

Graduate student enrollment

Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree

Tools

None

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.
• Support outbound prospecting
• Research event planners and corporate buyers to identify decision-makers
• Build target lead lists aligned with individual talent
• Monitor and document annual conference calendars and corporate and association planning cycles
• Manage inbound opportunities when appropriate
• Draft speaker-specific pitch briefs as a support tool for senior sellers
• Assist with building a talent bank of speakers for pitch proposals

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.

Excel Sports Management provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Excel Sports Management is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, genetic predisposition or genetic carrier status, veteran status or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering and creating a dynamic workforce and environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal. To help us monitor and assess our recruitment efforts, we invite you to self-identify as part of any group set forth below. Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be retained separate from your application for employment. Your voluntary cooperation is appreciated.