Growth Marketing Intern
SleeperSalary not specified
Internship
Entry Level & New Grad
Ad Marketing Student Intern, Summer 2026 (Remote) at The Athletic Media Company
United States
Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Sports Media, AdvertisingIndustries
Requirements
- Rising junior, senior, or recent graduate with relevant coursework or experience in marketing, advertising, communications, journalism, or a related field
- A strong interest in sports, media, and marketing
- Excellent writing, research, and storytelling skills
- Curious, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, remote-first environment
- Detail-oriented and organized, with strong presentation and communication skills
- Proficient in Google Slides or PowerPoint (bonus: basic design sense or experience with Canva, Figma, or Adobe Creative Suite)
Responsibilities
- Support proposal development by conducting client, industry, and audience research
- Contribute to brainstorms and help shape creative ideas that bring sponsorships to life
- Draft and compile proposal sections including trends, case studies, and background slides
- Partner with Strategy and Design to ensure decks are clear, cohesive, and on deadline
- Develop tools and templates to support and refine the proposal process and/or post-sale production process
- Work on a capstone project like an RFP response or client presentation with support from Strategy
- Gain exposure to the entire proposal strategy process: from sales brief to ideation and final pitch
Skills
Proposal Development
Media Planning
Program Management
Creative Strategy
Sales Support
Presentations
Campaign Management
Branded Content
Sports Marketing
Cross-Functional Collaboration
The Athletic Media Company
Digital sports news and analysis platform
About The Athletic Media Company
The Athletic provides detailed sports news, stories, scores, schedules, and podcasts for sports enthusiasts. It focuses on delivering in-depth coverage from experienced writers, ensuring fans receive breaking news and insightful analysis about their favorite teams and leagues, including major sports like the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and international events like Formula One and soccer. The Athletic operates on a subscription-based model, where users pay for premium content that is not available for free, allowing the company to invest in high-quality journalism. This approach sets The Athletic apart from competitors who often rely on advertising. The goal of The Athletic is to serve dedicated sports fans by offering comprehensive and exclusive coverage that goes beyond basic scores and headlines.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$135.7MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
501-1,000Employees
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Parental Leave
401(k)
Short & Long Term Disability
Free Subscription
Competitive Health Care
HSA & FSA
Commuter Benefits
Risks
Competition from free sports content providers threatens The Athletic's subscription model.
Reliance on high-profile journalists poses risks if negotiations fail.
Social media platforms offering free updates challenge The Athletic's premium content focus.
Differentiation
The Athletic offers in-depth sports coverage from top-tier writers.
It operates on a subscription model, focusing on quality over quantity.
The company provides exclusive content not available for free elsewhere.
Upsides
Increased interest in women's sports boosts The Athletic's market potential.
Hiring high-profile journalists strengthens The Athletic's editorial team.
New podcast series diversify content offerings, engaging broader audiences.
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