Athlytic | Marketing Intern | DivInc

This is a role with a startup in the Blackstone LaunchPad internship program, through this company’s relationship with LaunchPad partner, DivInc. 

Please note all hiring decisions are made by each applicable company. Students are encouraged to conduct their own research and diligence on each employer and on any internship opportunity offered by any employer. Learn more about DivInc here

This is a role with a startup in the Blackstone LaunchPad internship program, through this company’s relationship with LaunchPad partner, DivInc. Learn more about DivInc here. Please note all hiring and employment-related decisions, including compensation and the terms and conditions of employment, are made by each applicable company. Students are encouraged to conduct their own research and diligence on each employer and on any internship opportunity offered by any employer.

About the program:

Blackstone LaunchPad is committed to equipping primarily first generation and low-income college students with career skills and exposure for career success. Learn more here. The Blackstone LaunchPad Summer Internship Program connects students to meaningful opportunities at Blackstone and LaunchPad employer partners: Blackstone portfolio companies and select startups. Please note all hiring and employment-related decisions, including compensation and the terms and conditions of employment, are made by each applicable company. Students are encouraged to conduct their own research and diligence on each employer and on any internship opportunity offered by any employer.

All hired interns receive mentorship and access to professional development opportunities to successfully launch their careers. Begin your journey with LaunchPad now by engaging in our Skills for Success series.

About Athlytic

Are you passionate about college sports? Do you understand the power of social media influencers? Are you a strategic thinker who enjoys building relationships and solving problems? Meet Athlytic.

Athlytic is a cutting-edge technology startup revolutionizing the way student-athletes connect with brands. As one of the first platforms built to help student-athletes monetize their name, image, and likeness (NIL), Athlytic simplifies the endorsement process through our fully integrated marketplace. Our platform has been featured on ESPN Radio, NPR, Yahoo, positioning us as a leader in the rapidly evolving NIL space.

We’re looking for a creative and motivated intern to help shape our brand, create engaging content, and support our mission to empower student-athletes.

Position Overview

As a Marketing Manager Intern, you will play a vital role in building Athlytic’s external brand presence and communicating our vision to partners. You will gain hands-on experience in sports marketing, influencer partnerships, and digital content creation. This is a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced startup environment and make a direct impact from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Content Creation:
  • Develop 1-3 short-form video pieces per week for social media using tools like CapCut, Adobe Premiere, or Final Cut Pro.
  • Design 1+ weekly graphics for marketing materials using Canva, Photoshop, or similar tools.
• Community Engagement:
  • Communicate with athletes via email, direct messages, and social media to foster relationships.
• Marketing Strategy:
  • Create and distribute a monthly newsletter for athletes and brands, covering industry updates and NIL insights.
  • Track and analyze performance metrics for athlete partnerships.
  • Compile and maintain a list of recommended athletes for brand collaborations.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in marketing, communications, sports management, or a related field.
• Experience in content creation (video editing, social media marketing, or graphic design preferred).
• Strong skills in video editing (CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut) and graphic design (Canva, Photoshop).
• Basic understanding of social media trends and influencer marketing.
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
• A proactive and creative mindset with a willingness to learn.

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience in sports marketing and influencer marketing.
• Opportunities to work on campaigns with major brands.
• Mentorship and professional development in the NIL and sports marketing space.
• Hands-on involvement in shaping the brand and strategy of a growing startup.