CAA ICON Strategic Advisory Intern – Summer 2027 (Denver, CO)

Creative Artists Agency•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

CAA ICON, a division of Creative Artists Agency, is an owner's representative and strategic management consulting firm serving public and private sports and entertainment facility owners and operators, professional franchises, and leagues. Its work includes feasibility and planning, project management, and consulting. The Strategic Advisory Group provides venue advisory, valuation, and transaction due diligence services. The Strategic Advisory Intern supports analysis and consulting work for sports industry clients, including research and data analysis related to stadium and arena development. The role is an in-person, full-time, paid internship running from May 17, 2027, through August 6, 2027, in Denver, Colorado. Interns participate in a hands-on, project-based program, work with industry executives, and may take part in in-house professional development courses and executive presentations. A laptop and other work resources are provided. Interns are responsible for their own transportation; a housing stipend is offered to interns who are not local.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Sports Management, or a related field, with an expected graduation date in Spring, Summer, or Winter 2027, or Spring or Summer 2028.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Strong organizational, multitasking, planning, and time management skills.
Attention to detail and ability to recognize discrepancies.
Dependable, results-focused, and ethical.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work in or near Denver, Colorado.
Individuals who now or in the future require visa sponsorship are not eligible.

Nice To Haves

A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Support team members in performing strategic analysis for sports industry clients.
Research and prepare data on stadium and arena development projects, including market and financial feasibility, financing plans, negotiation advisory and support, economic and fiscal impact studies, and lease and real estate valuation.
Help build professional reports for clients.
Collect and analyze quantitative data.
Assist other Strategic Advisory team members as needed.
Perform quality control of client reports to ensure accuracy.