Collectibles Summer 2026 Intern - Athlete Partnerships

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Summer 2026 Athlete Partnerships Internship
Location: Coppell, TX (5 days/week, on-site)
Program Dates: June 1, 2026 - August 7, 2026

Who We Are
Fanatics Collectibles is a global product and technology organization dedicated to transforming the collectibles industry. We create premium, authentic collecting experiences for fans around the world through industry-leading brands and platforms.
Backed by Fanatics, the world's largest sports merchandise company with extensive league and athlete relationships-Fanatics Collectibles combines the scale of a global organization with the agility of a growing, innovative team. We work across sports, culture, and technology to shape the future of collecting.

About the Internship
The Athlete Partnerships Summer Intern will support the day-to-day operations of our Athlete Partnerships team. This role provides hands-on exposure to how athlete relationships, memorabilia, and autograph agreements are managed within a fast-paced collectibles business.
The intern will collaborate closely with team members responsible for athlete deals, game-worn materials, and partnership execution. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in sports business, partnerships, operations, or the collectibles space who are eager to learn through real-world experience.

What You'll Do
* Assist with securing, receiving, and entering game-worn and athlete-used materials into internal systems
* Support the processing and tracking of payments related to athlete partnerships and agreements
* Help maintain accurate records of athlete deals, autograph signings, and memorabilia inventory
* Track contract milestones and fulfillment status across active athlete partnerships
* Coordinate with internal teams to ensure materials, documentation, and records are organized and up to date
* Provide general administrative and operational support to the Athlete Partnerships team

What You Bring
* Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in business, Sports Management, Communications, or a related field (or a recent graduate)
* Strong attention to detail and comfort working with spreadsheets, trackers, and internal systems
* Clear written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a structured environment
* Interest in sports, athletes, partnerships, or collectibles (prior experience not required)
* Professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information

What You'll Gain
* Exposure to athlete partnership operations within a leading sports collectibles organization
* Hands-on experience working with athlete agreements, memorabilia, and autograph programs
* Mentorship from experienced professionals in sports business and partnerships
* Insight into how athlete relationships support product development and fan experiences

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