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ABOUT | INTERNSHIPS | BENEFITS | TESTIMONIALS | APPLY |  Sport and Entertainment Management Program

ABOUT

The Cleveland State Department of Athletics offers internships to allow students to gain experience working in real-life situations as part of an NCAA Division I athletics program. This experience allows interns to explore the sports industry with hands-on experience. We are here as a part of the university to assist students in pursuing jobs in sports.

In addition to authentic and educational internship programming, we provide resume reviews, job search assistance, and interview preparation. We strongly recommend internships based on the full academic year and also offer summer programming experience.


APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications are accepted all year long. Please read the internship descriptions below and follow the link to the application or click HERE. You will receive an email acknowledging the submission of your application. Someone from the athletic department will be in touch within 1-2 weeks.


INTERNSHIP DEPARTMENTS

BROADCAST/STREAMING

 

BUSINESS OPERATIONS

 

COMMUNICATIONS

 

CORPORATE SALES & FUNDRAISING

 

 

DIGITAL CONTENT - GRAPHIC DESIGN

 

DIGITAL - VIDEO PRODUCTION/PHOTO

 

MARKETING & ENGAGEMENT

 

SOCIAL MEDIA

 

TICKET &  GAMEDAY OPERATIONS

 


BENEFITS

Currently, the CSU Athletics internship program can only offer federal work-study payment, course credit, or a volunteer internship.  

Other benefits may include but are not limited to official CSU gear, potential post-season travel, and other exclusive events and experiences.


TESTIMONIALS

“This internship has brought me a lot of opportunities and connections in just one year. My skills have improved and I’m more confident networking. It has been fun working directly with the student-athletes, coaches, and staff and creating content for the department.” 

-Anden George, Current Intern 
Digital Media: Videography & Photography


“CSU’s internship allowed me to be a part of nearly all facets of college athletics, challenged me to step up and be a leader, and helped me network with others in the industry. I always felt supported and felt that everyone from the top down wanted to see me succeed. I would not be where I am without Cleveland State Athletics.” 

-Jordan Kreindel, Marketing Coordinator, University of Illinois 
Marketing & Student Engagement Intern, 2021-22


For general inquiries, please contact Leslie Masterpaul at l.masterpaul@csuohio.edu. For specific department questions, please select the internship area above.