Intern, Marketing

About the Role

This is a paid, in-person internship with the Oklahoma City Thunder Brand Influence & Identity department. The internship duration is Spring 2027 (January–May) with a weekly commitment of 20–29 hours. The work location is the Oklahoma City Thunder corporate office in downtown Oklahoma City.

Key Responsibilities

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

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Canva is a plus.
• A driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle insurance are required for local travel.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and eligible to receive course credit for the internship.
• Pursuing a degree in marketing, advertising, public relations, sports management, communications, or a related field is preferred.
• Previous coursework or experience in sports marketing is preferred but not required.
• Interest in gaining experience across multiple areas of sports marketing and learning how departments collaborate.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Additional Details

• This internship offers access to professional development workshops, networking opportunities, resume reviews, and other activities.
• Program perks include paid downtown parking and tickets to a Thunder home game.
• Physical requirements may include lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, working extended shifts, and working in-arena (which may include loud music, crowd noise, and flashing or strobe lights).
• This internship does not provide housing or transportation and does not guarantee a full-time position.