Nashville Sports Internship: Marketing & NIL Support

Internship Opportunity: Sports Intern
Location: Nashville, TN
In-Person Internship Requirement: Applicants must be based in Nashville, TN or the surrounding area, as this role requires in-person attendance.
About Us:
The Familie is a music and sports agency representing top talent across the entertainment and athletic industries. Headquartered in Nashville, The Familie also has offices in Los Angeles, Scottsdale, and San Diego. We offer an exciting opportunity for a motivated college student to gain hands‑on experience in the fast-paced world of talent management.

Position Overview:
The Sports Intern at The Familie will support the day-to-day operations of the Team Sports Division, gaining hands‑on experience in client management, marketing, and business development. Interns will assist with social media planning and execution, NIL outreach, marketing research, and general business tasks that contribute to the success of our athletes and agency initiatives. This is a great opportunity for students interested in the business side of sports to build real-world experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Interns will work closely with agents and staff on active projects and will be exposed to the inner workings of a leading sports and entertainment agency.

Please note this is an unpaid internship and eligible for academic credit.

Responsibilities:

Provide recruiting support for Team Sports and NIL through prospect research and database management

Assist with internal sports initiatives through outreach, research, and project coordination

Support analytics projects by tracking performance, summarizing data, and preparing insights for athlete marketing and recruiting

Assist with social media planning and content development for client brands

Conduct research on prospective clients, market trends, and partnership opportunities

Contribute to off-season planning, activations, and athlete engagement initiatives

Assist in creative services, including updating decks, one‑sheets, and internal materials

Participate in team and client meetings, taking notes and assisting with follow‑up tasks

Perform administrative and operational tasks such as scheduling, file organization, and general correspondence

Details:
Duration: September 14 - November 25

Hours: 12-18 hours weekly

Compensation: Unpaid; eligible for academic credit

In-Office Requirement: Interns are expected to be onsite 2-3 days per week

Requirements

Well‑developed communication, organizational and time management skills

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Passion for sports, marketing, and the business side of the industry

Familiarity with social media platforms and content best practices

Interest or experience in NIL, collegiate athletics, or sponsorship/endorsement deals

Proactive, resourceful, and eager to contribute in a fast‑paced environment

Preference for juniors or seniors

Must be enrolled in a university and continue to be enrolled for the duration of the internship

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