NSC INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
BUILD YOUR CAREER
IN SPORTS.
Real work. Real responsibility. Real portfolio.
Since 2012, NSC interns have contributed directly to scouting, media, marketing, social content and live event operations.
Since 2012, NSC interns have contributed directly to scouting, media, marketing, social content and live event operations.
SINCE 2012
HANDS-ON FROM DAY ONE.
The NSC internship program is built around contribution—not observation. Qualified interns may also be able to receive academic credit when approved by their school.
YEAR-ROUND
LIVE EVENTS
PORTFOLIO WORK
CHOOSE A TRACK. BUILD A BODY OF WORK.
The strongest internships leave you with evidence of what you can actually do.
EVALUATION
SCOUTING & PLAYER PERSONNEL
Learn position-based evaluation, film review, prospect research, scouting workflow and how verified performance data fits into player assessment.
MARKETING
MARKETING & BRAND DEVELOPMENT
Contribute to real campaigns, event promotion, athlete storytelling, partnerships and brand-growth projects.
MEDIA
MEDIA, WRITING & JOURNALISM
Produce athlete features, recaps, interviews and publishable content while learning sports-media storytelling and editorial discipline.
DIGITAL
SOCIAL MEDIA & DIGITAL ENGAGEMENT
Plan content, support live events, track engagement and learn how digital distribution expands athlete and brand visibility.
THIS IS NOT A SHADOWING PROGRAM.
01
LEARN THE WORKFLOW
Understand how the department operates and what high-quality work looks like.
02
CONTRIBUTE
Work on active projects rather than hypothetical assignments whenever practical.
03
BUILD OUTPUT
Create scouting work, content, campaigns, analysis or event deliverables.
04
WORK THE EVENT
Selected roles may culminate with hands-on experience at an NSC event.
05
LEAVE WITH PROOF
Build a stronger résumé, portfolio, network and clearer understanding of where you fit in sports.
WHAT YOU CAN GAIN
REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE
Contribute to live work with deadlines, standards and measurable outcomes.
PROFESSIONAL NETWORK
Work around athletes, coaches, evaluators, media and professionals connected to sports.
PORTFOLIO MATERIAL
Strong performance can result in scouting samples, bylined work, digital content or measurable project outcomes.
ACADEMIC CREDIT
Qualified interns may be eligible for class credit where approved and administered by their school.
WHERE AN INTERNSHIP CAN LEAD
NSC internship alumni stories span scouting, recruiting, journalism, media and other professional paths. This template emphasizes skills and outcomes rather than treating old employer affiliations as permanently current.
JEREMIAH WAIT
INTERNSHIP ALUMNI • SCOUTING
His NSC experience centered on athlete evaluation, networking and learning the tools and process behind talent evaluation.
KELSEY KRAMER
INTERNSHIP ALUMNI • SPORTS MEDIA
Her internship helped build early writing and social-media experience that became part of a larger sports-journalism portfolio.
HOWARD TICKER
INTERNSHIP ALUMNI
He described the program as a way to learn scouting fundamentals and build a foundation for football recruiting work.
ERIC BLUM
INTERNSHIP ALUMNI • JOURNALISM
His experience emphasized trust, creative freedom and practical responsibility early in a sports-media career.
DOMINICK PFISTERER
INTERNSHIP ALUMNI
His story highlights the career foundation that can come from being trusted with meaningful work from the beginning.
Alec Hankins
INTERNSHIP ALUMNI
Alec’s experience with the National Scouting Combine helped build the practical foundation for his career in college football.
WHO SUCCEEDS HERE?
SELF-DIRECTED
Take an assignment, ask smart questions and keep moving without constant supervision.
DEPENDABLE
Deadlines, communication and follow-through matter because your work connects to real athletes and events.
CURIOUS
You want to understand why the work is done—not simply complete a checklist.
SPORTS-MINDED
You care about the sports industry and can connect your academic or professional interests to the role.
READY TO GET STARTED?
The existing application already collects the essentials: preferred track, contact information, school, major/focus, weekly availability and the applicant’s goals.
IMPORTANT
Academic credit, compensation if any, location requirements and duties should be disclosed for each role or offer. Class credit is not guaranteed and depends on school approval.
INTERNSHIP APPLICATION
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START BUILDING THE EXPERIENCE YOUR RÉSUMÉ NEEDS.
If you are motivated, dependable and serious about a career in sports, apply to the National Scouting Combine internship program.