Marketing Intern - Summer 2026

Who we are. Guardian Sports is a family‑owned sports safety equipment company that has rapidly scaled through intentional partnerships with the most elite leagues in sports. Our products — including Guardian Cap, PEARL lacrosse balls, LOOP headgear, FLEX chinstraps, and bio‑based turf Infill — are trusted by professional and collegiate teams across the NFL, NCAA, CFL, and Premier Lacrosse League. We protect over 550,000 athletes annually by combining 20+ years of material science expertise with a relentless commitment to innovation. As a rapidly scaling organization, we maintain the agility of a family business while competing at the highest levels of professional sports. We’re looking for a Marketing Intern who wants to contribute to our mission of making sports safer while learning from world‑class marketers in the sporting goods industry. You’ll gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced environment where your work directly impacts athlete safety on the field. What you’ll do. As a Marketing Intern at Guardian Sports, you’ll support day‑to‑day marketing efforts while learning how campaigns, content, and partnerships come together at a growing sports brand. This role is designed for someone early in their marketing career who’s excited to gain hands‑on experience, build real skills, and contribute meaningfully to the team. You’ll work alongside our marketing, creative, and editorial teams to help bring ideas to life across social media, email, digital campaigns, and partnerships—learning the process from brainstorming to execution along the way. At Guardian Sports, you’ll be part of our mission to improve athlete performance and safety through equipment innovation, while helping tell that story in clear, compelling ways. Responsibilities. Marketing & Campaign Support Assist with planning and executing marketing campaigns across social media, email, and digital channels Help organize timelines, assets, and messaging for ongoing and upcoming campaigns Copywriting & Content Assistance Support writing and editing copy for social posts, emails, and marketing materials Help create and organize content that reflects Guardian Sports’ brand voice and messaging Social Media & Community Support Help monitor social media channels and assist with responding to comments and messages Support community engagement by helping maintain an active, positive brand presence Partnership & Influencer Research Research athletes, influencers, teams, and organizations that align with Guardian Sports Assist with preparing outreach materials and tracking partnership opportunities Creative & Brand Support Help organize creative assets and support brand consistency across marketing materials Assist the creative team with day‑to‑day needs as campaigns come together Learning, Research & Reporting Learn how to track basic campaign performance and understand what’s working Stay up to date on social media trends, sports marketing, and digital best practices Qualifications. Enrolled in a college or university program, preferably with a focus on business, marketing, or sports management. Passion for sports and a genuine interest in athlete safety. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently. Hands‑on experience in marketing within the sports industry. Mentorship from experienced professionals in the fields. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on athlete safety. Potential for future career growth within Guardian Sports. Schedule: Onsite, Monday–Friday, 9:00AM–5:00PM ET Dates: May27,2026– August7,2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr