Sports Marketing Intern

goodr • Los Angeles, CA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Ever wonder how a pair of sunglasses gets made… or how a wild idea like pink furry frames becomes actual reality? Maybe you’re curious how in the world a company lets a flamingo named Carl run the place. Well, look no further! goodr is calling all flaminglets — yes, that’s a baby flamingo — for our 2026 Summer Internship Program ! At goodr, we show up unabashedly ourselves, own our sht, and get things done. And we want our interns to do the same. Join us for a 10-week adventure from June 15th, 2026 - August 21st, 2026 . Did someone say bragging rights? OH YES WE DID. This full-time, paid internship gives you real-world experience, flamingo-level fun, and skills you can take into any future career. Are you obsessed with all things sports—from running, to biking, to surfing, to golfing, and everything in between? As the Sports Marketing Intern , your mission (should you choose to accept it) is to help bring the goodr brand to life across social media, athlete programs, partnerships, events, and activations. You’ll analyze trends, contribute insights, and learn how a fast-paced sports brand operates day-to-day. If you love researching trends, cheering on athletes, and dreaming up fun ways to get sunnies on faces everywhere, lace up your sneakers and apply today!

Requirements

• Available to work full-time: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
• Committed to the full 10-week internship: June 15, 2026 - August 21, 2026
• Able to work onsite at our Inglewood, CA office
• Must reside in Los Angeles or the surrounding area for the duration of the internship
• Fully onsite for the first 30 days to help us get to know you in person
• After the first 30 days, onsite every Tuesday and Thursday
• No college degree or prior experience needed—just a passion for learning and jumping into the flamingo-filled chaos of goodr

Nice To Haves

• Has a growth mindset
• Is a strong communicator who asks a lot of questions and is a fast learner
• Interested in Sports Marketing and/or athlete management
• Expert researcher who is athlete and sports obsessed
• Great with social media including TikTok, Instagram, Twitter/X, and emerging platforms
• Is excited to travel and talk to partners, consumers, and retailers
• Savvy with words and enjoy writing copy
• Full of creative ideas to help grow our sports marketing reach and strategy
• Comfortable with data collection, basic analysis, and reporting to inform marketing decisions
• Curious about trends, culture, and emerging sports communities
• Must thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic company environment
• Loves getting and giving feedback
• Is detail oriented, organized, and accurate
• Ability to work autonomously and/or in teams
• Doesn't give up in the face of a challenge
• Thinks Fun is being great (not just partying)
• Is proactive and an independent problem solver! (Can you google a question?)

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in sports marketing and athlete management while learning how a fast-paced sports eyewear company operates day to day
• Participate in the brainstorming, planning, and execution of sports marketing campaigns, partnership initiatives, and athlete programs
• Support the management of the @sportsgoodr social account by creating content, engaging with the community, and helping with daily posting
• Help maintain project trackers, timelines, and budgets for sports marketing initiatives
• Collaborate to maintain relationships with athletes, brand partners, events, and sport organizations that align with goodr’s values
• Contribute to research on new partnership, athlete, and community opportunities across all sports
• Collect and summarize performance data for athletes, partnerships, and campaigns, providing insights and recommendations to the team
• Attend events to support onsite setup, activation, and breakdown
• Assist with coordinating seeding and event logistics for athletes, partners, and creators
• Conduct research on sports trends, athletes, competitors, and consumer behavior (including Gen-Z), sharing findings to guide strategy
• Work with cross-functional teams, sharing sports insights from research and events to support initiatives and inform decisions
• Partner closely with the Sports Marketing Manager on projects, research, and campaign initiatives
• This role is in the Sports Marketing & Partnerships team and will report directly to the Director of Sports Marketing & Partnerships
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• A role at a company that is going to the moon
• The opportunity to show up every day and have fun
• The ability to learn and grow as a person
• Mentorship from knowledgeable individuals in your potential field of choice
• A chance to develop professional skills applicable to any career path
• Hands-on work with passionate, talented team members
• Trainings and discussions geared toward advancing your knowledge of company standards and systems
• Relationships that transcend the duration of the internship
• Real-life work experience and work samples to share with future employers
• Pay Rate: $20/ hour
• Sunglasses. Obviously.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees