Event Marketing Internship

As an Event Marketing Intern, you’ll work alongside our Marketing Leads during our busy tournament season and support at least two of our event brands. You’ll build and schedule pre- and post-event email and SMS campaigns for registered players and parents, and you’ll respond quickly to their questions by text and email. You’ll also create and post content on our Instagram, Tik Tok and X channels to build excitement around our showcases, camps and tournaments.

You’ll help grow our network by adding new players, parents, teams and college coaches to our database. You’ll also help coordinate with the freelance videographers and photographers who capture our events.

This role is ideal for someone who wants meaningful, resume-ready experience in sports marketing and the opportunity to directly impact hundreds of events across the country.

• Applications will be accepted until November 20, 2026.
• Selections & Interviews will take place in December 2026.
• Start:
  As early as February 2027, part-time and remote during school is possible
  • As your availability opens up:
    Once the school year is over, you will transition into full-time hours
• Work location:
  
  Remote or Local to HQ in Plymouth, MN

Prep Network is a sports company that connects high school athletes with college coaches. Through our nine brands, we publish over 4,000 articles each month and actively scout talented athletes across the U.S. We aim to discover and promote promising prospects who aspire to play at the collegiate level.

In addition to our content, Prep Network is the top event operator in the U.S., hosting 200+ tournaments annually. We offer a combination of top-tier competitions and extensive media exposure for attending teams. Our 250+ showcases each year provide a platform for over 10,000+ prospects to compete in front of colleges, scouts, and media outlets.

We’re pumped to have been named one of the "Best Places to Work" by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal for five years running, and to land a spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies. Prep Network isn’t your average sports company; we’re all about helping student-athletes succeed and creating an awesome workplace.

• Event Communication:
  Effectively communicate pre- and post-event communications by creating and sharing clear, timely emails and messages to keep parents, players, and coaches fully informed before and after each event. Ensure key details, schedules, and post-event updates are communicated effectively across all channels.
• Social Media:
  Develop and post engaging social content that highlights tournament highlights and athlete achievements. Help drive brand awareness and celebrate participant success across our official social platforms.
• Response and Follow-Up:
  Provide prompt, helpful, and friendly support to parents, coaches, and attendees via email and text. Address inquiries quickly to maintain positive relationships and ensure a smooth event experience.
• Database Growth:
  Actively gather, organize, and manage contact information for new players, parents, and teams. Support outreach efforts by keeping our participant database accurate, structured, and up to date.
• Freelance Hire Management:
  Assist with recruiting, scheduling, and coordinating freelance event staff, including photographers and videographers. Ensure media coverage and event support roles are seamlessly staffed and prepared.

• Currently a Junior or Senior in College – Candidates should be entering their final year of undergraduate studies and ready to apply classroom concepts to real-world operations.
• Pursuing a Relevant Degree – Working toward a major in Sports Management, Communications,…