Intern, Marketing

Oklahoma City Thunder • Oklahoma City, OK

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Oklahoma City Thunder Brand Influence & Identity department is seeking a student for a paid, in-person Spring 2027 internship running January through May. The intern will work closely with the Marketing Strategist and gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of sports marketing, including fan development, events, retail, youth basketball, brand initiatives, and select paid media projects. The role supports campaign development and execution, game-day coordination, and collaboration on marketing initiatives across the organization.

Interns can participate in professional development workshops, networking opportunities, resume reviews, and other learning activities. Program perks include paid downtown parking and tickets to a Thunder home game during the season. The position is based at the Thunder corporate office in downtown Oklahoma City and requires a weekly commitment of 20–29 hours. Course credit eligibility is required. Housing and transportation are not provided, and completion of the internship does not guarantee a full-time position.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and eligible to receive course credit for the internship.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• A driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle insurance are required because some local travel will take place.

Nice To Haves

• Pursuing a degree in marketing, advertising, public relations, sports management, communications, or a related field.
• Previous coursework or experience in sports marketing.
• Familiarity with Canva.
• Interest in gaining experience across multiple areas of sports marketing and learning how departments collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in fan development, events, retail, youth basketball, brand initiatives, and select paid media projects.
• Support coordination and execution of marketing initiatives for Thunder games, theme nights, All-Star programming, and other organizational priorities.
• Track and coordinate game-day reads for home and away games.
• Develop and maintain 30-, 60-, and 90-day planning calendars covering games, events, campaigns, and key marketing initiatives.
• Shadow Brand Influence & Identity team members to learn about marketing and brand strategy.
• Collaborate with departments across the organization on marketing projects and initiatives.
• Assist with select paid media projects, campaign coordination, and reporting as needed.
• Support event planning and execution for fan-focused programs and experiences.
• Attend company-organized intern learning activities or luncheons as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid internship.
• Paid downtown parking.
• Tickets to a Thunder home game during the season.
• Professional development workshops, networking opportunities, resume reviews, and other intern learning activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed