Collectibles Summer 2026 Intern - Product - Physical Trading Cards

Fanatics • Dallas, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Summer 2026 Product Intern – Physical Trading Cards will support the Product
team responsible for developing and executing trading card products across a
variety of licensed properties. This internship offers hands-on exposure to the
end-to-end product lifecycle—from concept and planning through production,
approvals, and go-to-market execution.

This role is ideal for a student who is detail-oriented, curious about product
development, and excited to learn how physical collectibles are brought to
market at scale. While the team works across many licenses, this internship is
intentionally broad and not limited to any single sport or property.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Product Management, Sports Management, or a related field (rising junior, senior, or recent graduate preferred)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Interest in consumer products, product development, and/or collectibles
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); comfort learning new tools and systems
• A proactive mindset, with a willingness to ask questions and take initiative

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with trading cards or collectibles (physical or digital)
• Coursework or prior internship experience related to product, brand, or consumer goods
• Interest in licensed products across sports, entertainment, or pop culture

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on products, categories, licenses, and market trends to support the Product team’s planning and decision-making
• Assist with product planning activities, including organizing timelines, tracking deliverables, and supporting small product-related projects
• Support Product Managers and Associate Product team members with day-to-day execution of physical trading card products across multiple licenses
• Help draft and review product descriptions, internal documentation, and presentation materials
• Coordinate with cross-functional partners such as Creative, Editorial, Operations, Project Management, and Marketing to support product workflows
• Assist in reviewing creative concepts, card designs, and content to ensure alignment with product vision and brand standards
• Help manage subject lists, product details, and other inputs that contribute to high-quality trading card releases
• Track approvals and assist with licensor communication to support smooth and timely review processes
• Provide general project and administrative support as needed throughout the product lifecycle

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern