Intern, WME - Basketball

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Endeavor

Intern, WME - Basketball

New York, NY
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Who We Are:

    Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE.

    WME

    Formed in 1898, WME is the longest-running talent agency. In 2009, William Morris Agency (WMA) merged with Endeavor to become one of the leading entertainment and media companies. WME represents the world’s greatest artists and content creators across film, television, music, comedy, theatre, books, digital media, speaking, and brand partnerships.

    Department

    During your 10 weeks with us in WME Sports, in addition to learning about the sports department that you are part of day to day (basketball), you will also have the opportunity to work with and learn across our sports business. These areas include: 1) Client Marketing/Sales/Client Marketing Strategy where there is a focus on sales research, sales analysis, building talent brand decks - updates, support, and research, sponsor and brand research; 2) Non-Scripted TV/Broadcasting/Sports Media Rights; and 3) Talent Ventures. There will also be the opportunity for experiences like Client Q&A sessions, Speaker series, the NBA Draft, and other events depending on your internship and location. We're looking for students who have dreamed of working in sports and have an interest in the talent representation business.

    Essential Responsibilities

    • During your 10 weeks with WME Sports, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the sports marketing and talent representation business.
    • You'll have the opportunity to learn about talent evaluation as well as analytics evaluation.
    • You’ll learn cold-calling and marketing skills, assist with client recruiting research and client pitch fact sheets.
    • You’ll also assist with sales research and sales analysis; talent brand deck updates, support, and research; and sponsor and brand research.

    Program Details

    We offer internship opportunities within our global sports and entertainment businesses, including global cultural marketing agency 160/90; sports rights management, production, and digital content leader IMG (Rights, FC Diez, Seven League); global licensing business IMG Licensing; premium hospitality and live experiences leader On Location, Professional Bull Riders (PBR), and entertainment agency WME (including WME Sports and Fashion). Locations include New York City, Nashville, St. Louis, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Dallas, Chicago, London, and Paris. All internships are in the office and in-person, unless otherwise noted.

    In addition to hands-on experience and exposure to the global sports and entertainment industry, interns participate in events such as welcome/farewell sessions, a speaker series featuring company leaders, and career training workshops addressing everything from LinkedIn profile enhancement to resume building, interviewing skills, and networking. Internships are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, or standard local working hours in the intern location.

    Important Dates

    • By December 13-19: Approved internships will post externally.
    • Early January: Recruiters will kick off the recruiting process.
    • January 31: Applications will be accepted through this date.
    • February - March: The interview and selection process will take place.
    • The program will be 10 weeks in length.
      • US (June 9 - August 15)
      • EMEA (June 30 - September 5)

    Recruitment Process

    Our process consists of four steps.

    • 1. Tell us your story. In addition to your application and resume, please attach a word document and in 300 words max, share why you’re interested in the role. What are the unique perspectives, abilities, and qualities you would bring to the role? What do you hope to learn?
    • 2. Video Interview with a Recruiter. If selected fort he next round, you will be contacted by the recruiting team to schedule a 30- minute video interview.
    • 3. Video Interview with the Hiring Manager. If selected to move forward, you will meet with the hiring manager and potentially 1-2 additional team members.
    • 4. Offer or Decline. If selected for the position, a recruiter will call to extend an offer. If you have not been selected, a recruiter will reach out to let you know.

    Eligibility

    Our program is designed for rising juniors, rising seniors, and those within six months of graduation from an undergraduate university, unless otherwise noted.

    Candidates must indicate if they now or in the future require Endeavor to commence (“sponsor”) an immigration case in order to employ them (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case).

    Pay

    We offer paid internships; rates vary based on location. Pay rates typically align with local required minimums and vary by country.

    About ENDEAVOR

    Endeavor (NYSE: EDR) is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE.

    Please Note:

    In October, TKO Group Holdings, Inc. announced it had reached a definitive agreement with Endeavor to acquire PBR, On Location, and IMG in a transaction expected to close in the first half of 2025. Therefore, interns securing placements within these specific businesses will be hired into or transferred into TKO and not Endeavor. TKO is majority owned by Endeavor.

    Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. Weunderstand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity,equity,andinclusionineverything we do. As a global companythatdrivesculture,westrive to reflect theworld’sdiversevoices.

    Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.

    Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the hourly rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Endeavor strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.

    Hiring Rate Minimum:
    $17.50 hourly

    Hiring Rate Maximum:
    $17.50 hourly

  • Industry
    Entertainment
  • About Us

    Endeavor is a global entertainment, sports and content company, home to the world’s most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events and experiences. The company is comprised of industry leaders including entertainment agency WME; sports, fashion, events and media company IMG; and premier mixed martial arts organization UFC. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation; marketing and licensing; content development, distribution and sales; event management; and a number of direct-to-consumer offerings.

    From fashion shows to critically acclaimed television and films, bestselling novels to gourmet culinary festivals, world-class sports training to sold-out cultural experiences, we influence an unparalleled number of compelling experiences around the world each day.