Fall Sports Marketing Internship Job at SidelineSwap, Remote

aXlmT3JRU2lWQXV5VDNGMG9UZTFKUlhsakE9PQ==
  • SidelineSwap
  • Remote

Job Description

How to apply: 

  1. Submit your application
  2. Complete one of the exercises below and attach it with your application.

Job Description

SidelineSwap ( is the #1 online marketplace in sports, and was recently ranked the 13th fastest growing marketplace ( in the world by a16z, a top venture capital firm that backed Facebook, AirBnB, and Pinterest. 

Want to work with, and learn from, our team? We're hiring fall interns to join our Marketing, Merchandising, and Partnerships teams as we build the best buying and selling experience in sports.

As a sports marketing intern, you'll be responsible for researching and creating content that will bring shoppers to SidelineSwap – and allow them to find what they need once they're here. 

To be successful, you must:

  • Be a quick learner and a self-starter
  • Have strong attention to detail
  • Approach every day with an entrepreneurial mindset (we're looking for doers!)
  • Have a passion for sports

Our fall intern class will be responsible for:

  • Creating marketing content and on-site guidance
  • Identifying potential partners (youth organizations and social media micro-influencers)
  • Maintaining our product catalog

This will be an unpaid internship, but other perks include: 

  • Flexible hours (10-20 hours per week)
  • Learning from an experienced team building one of the fastest growing companies in sports. 
  • Opportunities to work on paid project
  • SidelineSwap swag

We're committed to offering a great learning experience as you start your career, and we look forward to hearing from you.

Application Exercises (attach with your application)

We receive a lot of internship applications each year. To help us quickly identify the best talent, please complete this short “test” as part of your application. 

Pick one: 

  1. Create or improve shopping tips (20 minutes) : You've been hired to join our marketing team and your first assignment is to create a buying guide for one of our popular categories. To view an example of a buying guide, visit any hockey skates listing and scroll to the item details section, then click the “?” icon next to Skate Size. Use this as an example to write your own brief guide for another detail in another category, or pick one we've already written and improve it. Be thoughtful about which details require explanation for buyers new to a sport. Attach a word doc with your response when submitting your application.
  2. Write a “best of” blog post (30 minutes) : Pick a category (ex. Baseball Gloves) and write a blog post ranking the top 5-10 products available in 2020. Include a short review of each product explaining why it made your list. (Ex.  Attach a word doc with your response when submitting your application.
  3. Find our next partner (15 minutes) : We work with sports organizations large and small to help them raise money, and raise awareness about why their players should buy and sell on SidelineSwap. Create a spreadsheet with 10 sports organizations in your state that are potential partners for SidelineSwap, including the following information: Organization name, Organization Website, Sport, Location, Contact information (name, email, phone number, etc. for the org or organization admins).

Your application will only be considered if you include one of these exercises. 

Job Tags

Remote job, Part time, Internship, Flexible hours,

Similar Jobs

Freeman Health System

Peer Support Specialist Job at Freeman Health System

 ...Job Posting Job Description Summary: Minimum starting salary $17.00 / hour The Certified Peer Specialist is responsible for providing supportive rehabilitation and recovery support services to individuals impacted by a variety of behavioral health issues who are... 

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

Security Host/Hostess - Full-Time, $24.15 - $30.20/Hour Job at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

 ...benefits may include: ~100% full coverage of healthcare for you...  ...calls and prioritize the work in a timely manner Use of complex...  ...vendors seeking directions and hours of operation Receive, record...  ...this position in Hawaii is $24.15 - $30.20 per hour. The base pay... 

CalPortland

Ready Mix Plant Manager Job at CalPortland

 ...been around for over 130 years and continues to grow and play a significant role in the building of America!** The Ready-Mix Plant Manager works closely with the batch men and drivers in overseeing ready-mix plant production, operations, and site facilities. This individual... 

Lakeside Foods

Seasonal Harvest Operator-English Proficiency Required Job at Lakeside Foods

 ...respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance, and theres a seat at the table for you. We are seeking skilled Field Harvest Operators with excellent English-speaking abilities to join our team. Job Duties Include: # Safely operate field harvest... 

Piedmont Ear Nose & Throat Associates,

Hearing Instrument Specialist Job at Piedmont Ear Nose & Throat Associates,

 ...Description Job Description Description: The role of the Hearing Instrument Specialist is to support the Medical and Audiology terms within the...  ...Air, Bone and Speech Audiometry; 5. Performs hearing aid consultations; 6. Performs hearing aid fittings, programming...