NFL Canada Internship

NFL International is one of the League's fastest growing business areas and a major strategic priority, with a mission to grow fandom and the game globally. NFL International comprises of offices in Canada, China, Germany, Mexico, Australia, Spain, Brazil, and the United Kingdom with significant in market activities in other countries around the world.

NFL Canada are pleased to support recent graduates in gaining work experience and insight into the sports industry, in line with our Inspire Change & Diversity Commitments. 

We are offering a 12-month coordinator role, based in our downtown Toronto office effective May 2026 to May 31, 2027.  This full-time paid role will support various groups across the business including but not limited to Marketing and Fan Development and Corporate Partnerships.  This will be an opportunity to explore all aspects of the business of professional football through challenging project assignments, mentoring relationships, and networking opportunities.

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: 

• The selected candidate will support the Canadian business in the following ways:
  • Partnership Relations: day-to-day support on select accounts and on selected initiatives for those
  • Community & Event Management: Preparation for NFL Kickoff and other key marketing tentpole events throughout the season, support on community events in market, i.e. NFL Flag
  • Marketing and Fan Development: Support the execution of our season long campaigns, including influencer kit recommendations and sourcing, social & digital content planning, competitive tracking,
  • Database & CRM Marketing: Support database marketing programs as required including email newsletters development and other data acquisition programs.
  • Website management: Updating our Canadian specific webpages and content tray, ensuring the website is optimized week to week
  • corporate partners.
  • 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
  • Admin Support: helping 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
• 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

 Other Key Attributes / Talent Characteristics: 

• Forward-thinking and able to suggest new 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

Terms /Expected Hours of Work: 

The internship will be full-time paid role (40 hours per week), based out of the NFL Canada office, in Toronto. The candidate will be required to work 4 days minimum in the office and overtime during busy periods, plus the weekends for the International Games fixtures and activations. All candidates require an active passport, as there will be a requirement to travel as part of the role. The successful candidate will need to submit to NFL background security clearance check.

Application Process 

Applicants will be required to submit:

• A cover letter detailing your reason for interest in the program, and what this opportunity would mean to you and your career development.
• Resume
• Provide 2-3 references: either workplace supervisor(s) or professor.

Due to the high volume of applicants, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. If you are not selected, you will receive an email notification. Please do not contact the NFL regarding the status of your application.

 

What can we offer you

• Company events & social activities
• Continued training and development opportunities
• Supportive and rewarding working culture
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support including Calm app subscription
• NFL game pass subscription
• NFL merchandise discounts
• Access to sporting events tickets
• Office closed between Christmas and New Year
• Company laptop

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.

Benefits Information
To learn more about our comprehensive benefits offerings, please visit: NFL BENEFITS

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