Social Media & NIL Communications Intern

About the Role

Electro is a functional electrolyte chewing gum brand growing quickly across college and professional sports. We work with NIL athletes at programs nationwide, professional players in the NBA and NFL, and a growing network of athlete ambassadors. This is an unpaid internship with academic credit available. The intern will support NIL athlete relations and community management, representing the brand in athlete conversations and helping grow our partner network.

Location

Remote (US)

Schedule

Flexible

Key Responsibilities

• Send personalized messages and emails to NIL athletes about partnership opportunities.
• Answer common questions and resolve athlete issues using internal guidelines.
• Support athlete-created social content featuring the brand.
• Research NIL trends and identify athletes with growing social audiences.
• Prepare weekly summaries of athlete partnerships and results.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Familiarity with Instagram messaging and basic CRM tools.
• Ability to manage a high volume of daily communication.
• High attention to detail and reliability.

Qualifications

• Students in business, sales, or sports management programs are encouraged to apply.
• Eligible for university credit.

Internship Benefits

• The opportunity to grow into a long-term role with the team.
• Hands-on experience with NIL partnerships and athlete programs.
• Insight into how a modern sports brand grows through athlete partnerships.
• A professional reference from the founding team for strong performers.
• Transferable skills in outreach, negotiation, and relationship management.