About the role#
TheLinkU is hiring a University Marketing Intern to support our NIL operations at the University of California, Berkeley. This role provides direct exposure to athlete brand development, sports marketing campaigns, and event activation. You will work 10 to 12 hours per week, Monday through Friday, gaining experience across sales, partnerships, and content creation.
What you'll do#
- Create social media graphics and posts for university NIL accounts.
- Monitor trends and edit short-form video content for platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
- Film athlete interviews, promotional videos, and brand deliverables.
- Support on-campus events and fan activations.
- Capture photo and video content during games and marketing initiatives.
- Organize content assets for campaigns alongside the Marketing Coordinator.
- Attend five scheduled Curriculum Track sessions and submit reflection notes if seeking course credit.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a student at the university.
- Interest in sports marketing, NIL, and content creation.
- Familiarity with Instagram and TikTok video formats.
- Basic experience with tools like Canva, Adobe, or CapCut is preferred.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Comfort interacting with athletes, staff, and fans.
- Flexibility to attend games and campus events.
Location & details#
- Location: Berkeley, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Term: Rolling.
About TheLinkU
TheLinkU is a marketing services company based in Houston, Texas. It was founded in 2022 by Austin Elrod. The company provides a platform that connects college athletes with brands and institutions to manage NIL opportunities. It employs 27 people.
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