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ABOUT

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Department of Intercollegiate Athletics offers internships to allow students to gain experience working in real-life situations as part of an NCAA Division I athletics program. This experience allows interns to be prepared to get that first job in college athletics or professional sports after graduation.

To be considered, candidates must be enrolled at UTRGV. Those selected will be assigned to various departments within UTRGV Athletics depending on individual preference, interests, and/or skill sets.

Internships can be obtained on a semester or full-year basis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be enrolled full-time (as determined by student's academic program) at UTRGV during the 2019-20 academic year.
- Interns must be committed for the duration of the program.
Proven commitment to academic success (submission of academic transcript(s) required).
Possess a serious desire to work in intercollegiate athletics and/or the sports industry.

ADVANTAGES

Interns can receive class credit or a stipend, if available. Stipends are $500 per semester.
Practical experience at an NCAA Division I institution in the Western Athletics Conference.
Presentations, professional development workshops and/or networking opportunities with athletic administrators, influential leaders, business executives, and experts within the sports industry.
Development of transferrable job skills.
One-on-one mentorship from a staff member.
Professional development workshops
Networking opportunities
Other possible perks may include, but are not limited to: game tickets, volunteer opportunities at events (i.e., WAC Championship events hosted by UTRGV) adidas and/or UTRGV merchandise.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Broadcast Operations Internship: Michael Aguilar

Business Internship: James Martinez

Digital & Social Media Internship: Kara Lara

Game Day & Events Internship: Sara Hernandez

Media Relations Internship: Jonah Goldberg

Operations Internship: Luis Ortiz

Photography Internship: Jonah Goldberg

Student Section Internship: Sara Hernandez and Kara Lara

Ticket Operations Internship: Carlos Munoz

Video Production Internship: Michael Aguilar

As an intern for UTRGV Athletics, I learned how to execute game day related tasks, learn about the culture of the game day environment, and how develop research to benefit the UTRGV Athletics brand. I enjoyed working with my marketing team and learning about their tasks and goals as the seasons transitioned. With the diversity of our athletic program, being an intern challenged me to step outside my comfort zone and adapt to new ideas, tasks, and projects at all levels.

- Tiffany Ochoa (2018-19)

AREAS OF INTEREST / DEPARTMENTS

BROADCAST	BUSINESS	DIGITAL & SOCIAL MEDIA
GAME DAY & EVENTS	MEDIA RELATIONS	OPERATIONS
PHOTOGRAPHY	STUDENT SECTION	TICKET OPERATIONS
VIDEO PRODUCTION

During my time as an intern, I learned how important it is to work as a team. It was always a great environment to be in and I enjoyed working with the others. I also enjoyed getting to interact with all the fans and community.

- Arturo Cuellar (2018-19)