Help shape the future of college athletics by supporting the governance processes that guide the NCAA and its member schools. The governance and member services postgraduate internship program offers multiple positions across the department, allowing interns to collaborate with NCAA staff, campus leaders and committees to support legislation, learn and engage with governance operations, communications/marketing, educational initiatives and member services across all three divisions. Through meaningful project work and hands-on experience, you’ll gain a unique understanding of how decisions are made and implemented throughout the Association.
Is this Internship Right for You?
These internships are ideal for recent graduates interested in collegiate athletics administration, governance, compliance, communications, marketing, higher education or organizational leadership. Successful candidates are highly organized, detail oriented and analytical, with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams while managing multiple priorities. Individuals with campus leadership experience, governance involvement or a passion for supporting NCAA member schools are encouraged to apply.
College graduates with a bachelor’s or graduate degree from a four-year NCAA member institution who are pursuing a career in college sports administration. No prior athletics department experience or sports-specific degree required.
A full-time, in-person internship at the NCAA national office in Indianapolis, with 45 positions across 12 departments. Applicants may select up to three departments of interest in a single application.
A yearlong program running June 14, 2027 through May 26, 2028. Relocation to Indianapolis is required.
Interns are paid hourly at a rate that equates to $33,000 annualized and receive full benefits. Applicants should plan for their own relocation costs to Indianapolis.
Eligibility
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a four-year NCAA member institution by the internship start date.
- No prior experience as an NCAA national office intern or employee.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States (international students may apply through Optional Practical Training for F-1 students).
- No age restriction or sports-specific degree required.
- Prior athletics department experience and former student-athlete status are not required.
- Not a current or former NCAA national office intern or employee.
Why Governance and Member Services?
Governance and Member Services plays a vital role in supporting the NCAA membership through governance, legislation, committee operations and educational initiatives. Interns gain firsthand experience working alongside NCAA staff and member schools while contributing to projects that help shape policies, resources and programs across all three divisions. Whether supporting governance operations, regulatory affairs, communications/marketing efforts or student-athlete initiatives, you’ll develop a broad understanding of how collegiate athletics is governed and supported.
What You’ll Experience
Take ownership of meaningful projects that may support NCAA governance, member services, committee operations, communications and strategic initiatives while contributing to work that impacts member schools and student-athletes.
Work alongside experienced NCAA professionals to assist with governance processes, committee meetings, educational resources, legislative initiatives, marketing and member communications.
Strengthen your leadership, communication, analytical and project management skills through mentorship, cross functional collaboration and hands on experience supporting the NCAA membership.
Build relationships with NCAA staff, member schools, conferences, committee members and campus leaders while gaining valuable insight into collegiate athletics administration.
If you’re ready to gain hands-on experience, build your professional network and make an impact across college athletics, review the requirements and submit your application.