2025-26 Internship Job Opportunities 

Athlete Institute is Canada’s premier destination for high-performance sport, combining elite athletic development with a vibrant and innovative environment. As an intern, you'll gain hands-on experience alongside industry leaders in basketball operations, event management, marketing, and facility operations—all while contributing to a nationally recognized brand with a global footprint. It’s a dynamic opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact in a fast-paced, purpose-driven sports organization. 

All positions can be year round or per semester and a stipend to ensure local travel can be accommodated. If you are travelling from further away room & board may be offered to candidates as well. Please see opportunities below and apply accordingly at the link.  

https://secure.collage.co/jobs/athleteinstitute/54593  

1. Sport Sales Intern 

Terms 

September – December 2025, 24-35 hrs/week 

January – April 2026 24-35 hrs/week 

May-August 2026, 35 hrs/week  

Role Snapshot 

Drive ticketing, sponsorship, and merchandise revenue while learning the fundamentals of sports sales inside a high‑performance environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead‑Gen & Outreach: Compile target lists, craft outreach emails, and schedule calls for facility rentals, camps, and corporate partnerships. 

• CRM Updates: Enter, track, and analyze prospect interactions in our CRM; prepare weekly pipeline reports. 

• Game‑Day Activation: Staff sales tables at Orangeville Prep games and AIFC matches; upsell add‑ons and group experiences. 

• Merchandising Support: Assist with inventory counts and online store fulfilment. 

• Market Research: Benchmark pricing, fan engagement trends, and competitor offerings; present actionable insights. 

Ideal Profile 

• Working toward a degree/diploma in Sport Management, Business, or a related field. 

• Comfortable cold‑calling and engaging diverse stakeholders. 

• Strong Excel/Sheets skills; familiarity with HubSpot/Zoho or similar CRM is a plus. 

• Energetic, coachable, and resilient—grit over prior experience. 

What You’ll Gain 

Hands‑on CRM training, and direct mentorship from our team with real sales numbers behind your resume.  

2. Basketball Operations Intern 

Term 

September – December 2025, (Prep Season) 35 hrs/week 

January – April 2026, (Prep Season) 35 hrs/week 

May – August 2026, 35 hrs/week 

Role Snapshot 

Support Orangeville Prep’s administrative staff technical staff with logistics, analytics, and player experience initiatives. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Communication: Coordinate regular communication with parents, athletes and coaches 

• Game Operations: Help with game day set-up, sales and social media  

• Team Travel: Coordinate hotel blocks, bus bookings, per diem sheets, and itineraries. 

• Compliance Checklists: Track academic eligibility, waivers, and athlete paperwork. 

• Player Services: Assist with residence tours, uniform distribution, and day‑to‑day athlete inquiries (Recruitment). 

Ideal Profile 

• Studying Sport Management or similar. 

• Proficient with Excel/Google Sheets; experience with CRMs & Teamworks an asset. 

• Detail‑oriented multitasker who thrives courtside and in spreadsheets alike. 

• Able to lift 40 lbs and work evenings/weekends as required. 

What You’ll Gain 

Exposure to elite‑level program operations, analytics workflow, and direct interaction with coaches and athletes. 

4. Social Media Marketing Intern 

Term 

September – December 2025, 35 hrs/week 

January – April 2026, 35 hrs/week 

May – August 2026, 35 hrs/week 

Role Snapshot 

Grow Athlete Institute’s digital footprint across TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube by producing compelling, brand‑consistent content. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Content Creation & Capture: Film, edit, and publish short‑form video, graphics, and photo stories highlighting basketball players, events, and facility life. 

• Platform Management: Draft copy, schedule posts via Zoho engage with followers in real time. 

• Analytics & Reporting: Track KPIs (reach, engagement, CTR), deliver weekly dashboards, and recommend optimizations. 

• Campaign Support: Collaborate with Sales to activate sponsor deliverables and paid ads. 

• Brand Voice Guardian: Ensure every post reflects AI’s values—excellence, authenticity, and community impact. 

Ideal Profile 

• Studying Marketing, Communications, or Digital Media. 

• Fluent in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) or Canva; basic social media video‑editing software competence an asset but can train. 

• Demonstrated social portfolio (personal or previous work). 

• Creative storyteller who can operate under tight deadlines at live events. 

What You’ll Gain 

A published body of work, mentorship from marketing leadership, and experience with paid social strategy. 

5. Event & League Operations Intern 

Term 

September – December 2025 (peak event window), 35 hrs/week 

January – April 2026 (peak event window), 35 hrs/week 

Role Snapshot 

Execute seamless tournaments, showcases, and community events, ensuring every guest leaves impressed. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Pre‑Event Planning: Build run‑of‑show docs, floorplans, signage lists, and volunteer schedules.  

• Vendor Liaison: Confirm AV, catering, security, and merchandise partners; track contracts and invoices. 

• On‑Site Management: Oversee registration, coordinate game officials, manage back‑of‑house logistics, and troubleshoot in real time. 

• Post‑Event/League Analysis: Collect feedback surveys, reconcile budgets, and draft debrief reports outlining wins and improvements. 

• Facility Presentation: Work with maintenance to uphold brand standards—clean, branded, and guest‑ready environments. 

Ideal Profile 

• Coursework in Event Management, Hospitality, or Sport Admin. 

• Strong organizational chops; able to juggle multiple timelines. 

• Confident communicator who stays calm under pressure. 

• Comfortable with weekend and long‑day shifts typical of live events. 

What You’ll Gain 

End‑to‑end event management experience, high‑impact problem‑solving skills, and a robust industry network. 

6. Event Planning & Operations Intern - All Canadian Basketball Games 

Please search for specific job description for this position 

Term 

January – April 2026 (peak event window) 

Application Instructions (for all roles) 

1. Follow Collage Instructions and below 

Email alex.dominato@athleteinstitute.ca & mark.peterson@athleteinstitute.ca with: 

• Subject line: [Internship Title] – First & Last Name 

• Resume (PDF) 

• A brief cover letter (250 words max) on why you’re a fit for Athlete Institute 

• Any relevant portfolio links (if applicable)