NFL Canada Intern

NFL International is one of the League’s fastest-growing business areas and a key strategic priority, dedicated to expanding the game and its global fanbase. With offices in Canada, China, Germany, Mexico, Australia, and the United Kingdom, NFL International also drives significant market initiatives across numerous other countries. 

As a core international market, NFL Canada focuses on fan recruitment and retention while supporting corporate partners in achieving their business objectives and fostering the growth of football. We are excited to introduce the 2025 Internship Program, aligned with our Inspire Change & Diversity Commitments. This unparalleled opportunity is focused on helping recent graduates gain valuable work experience and insights into the sports industry.  

This full-time, paid internship runs for 12 months, from August 4, 2025, to July 31, 2026, based in our downtown Toronto office. In this role, you will contribute to various facets of the business, including (but not limited to) Marketing & Fan Development and Corporate Partnerships. Through hands-on project assignments, mentorship, and networking opportunities, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the professional football industry. Applications must be submitted no later than May 1st, 2025. 

Throughout your internship, we will ensure you have continuous development opportunities to help grow and improve your skills and to support you in your own personal growth. 

This includes providing clear expectations through goal-setting and regular, constructive feedback; integrating learning opportunities into your daily work practices; and offering training programs including Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint, Presentation & Impact Skills and Recruitment & CV Workshops. 

Responsibilities 

• Partnership Relations: Provide day-to-day support on select accounts and on selected initiatives for those corporate partners to fulfill contractual obligations 
• Partnership Management: Lead the fulfillment of all merchandise and ticket requests, for partners, charitable organizations, and all other requirements. 
• Road Trips: Support with Partner Road Trips to NFL games. 
• Reporting: Support with partner campaign reporting, including season wrap reports  
• Community & Event Management: Prepare for NFL Kickoff and other key marketing tentpole events throughout the season, support on community events in market, i.e., NFL Flag 
• New Business: Provide input on the ideation and development of new business pitches. 
• Marketing and Fan Development: Support the execution of our season long campaigns, including influencer kit recommendations and sourcing, social & digital content planning, competitive tracking, etc.  
• Database & CRM Marketing: Support database marketing programs as required including email newsletters development and other data acquisition programs.  
• Website management: Update our Canadian specific webpages and content tray, ensuring the website is optimized week to week. 
• Admin Support: Assist with key administrative duties, such as purchase orders, contract support and shipping. 

Required Qualifications  

• Recently completed Undergraduate program (preferred, but not required) 
• Preferred Major and Coursework: Suggested but not limited to Business, Economics, Marketing, Sports Management, or Communications  
• OR 2-3 years of relevant work experience

Preferred Qualifications  

• Have a natural passion for the business of sport 
• Strong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills 
• Clear & concise communicator, written and oral. 
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and stakeholders, in a matrix organization 
• Must be proactive and a team player and collaborator 
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva 
• Active passport and ability to travel if needed to do so is an asset 

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics   

• Forward-thinking and able to suggest innovative ideas 
• Proactive with a creative mind 
• Great interpersonal and communication skills 
• Interest in working in professional sports 
• Strong time management and a positive work ethic 
• Comfortable to adapt to a different environment and work with multiple functions  
• Hyper organized with the ability to manage up 
• Currently enrolled or a recent graduate of a business or marketing program 
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Physical Demands 

• On site event support (live event facilitation of setup) 

Travel 

• Some work travel may be required domestically and potentially internationally for brief periods (0-5% of in season) 

Terms / Expected Hours of Work 

• NFL employees are required to work 40 hours per week. Role may require additional assistance on weekend events if required.  
• All candidates will need to submit to NFL background security clearance check 
• Candidates will have to work in-office minimum four days per week 
• The NFL strongly encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds of all types to apply.  
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older at the time of internship.  
• Applicants must be legally permitted to work in Canada. If selected for the program, applicants must be available for the start of the program on August 4, 2024. 
• Applications must be submitted no later than May 1st, 2025. 

Salary / Pay Range 

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range. 

At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.

NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. 

WHO WE ARE:

NFL Core Values:

• Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
• Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
• Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
• Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.

NFL Leadership Attributes:

• Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
• Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
• Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
• Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
• Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
• Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact

WHO YOU ARE:

Talent Attributes:   What we expect for our employees:

• Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude 
• Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
• Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
• Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
• Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset