MBA Summer Internship - Business Strategy Analysis
Athletes Unlimited, United States
Job Description
Named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in 2023, Athletes Unlimited is a new model of pro sports, where athletes are decision-makers and individual players are champions of team sports. Athletes Unlimited owns and operates professional women’s softball, lacrosse, volleyball and basketball leagues featuring world-class competition and fan experience and stands out as an organization driven by the athletes that play in the leagues. Athletes Unlimited is the first professional sports league to be organized as a Public Benefit Corporation.
We change the game with faster play, and new team rosters every week, delivering thrilling entertainment in which every moment counts. We provide our team of enthusiastic, collaborative innovators a next-generation workplace so that we can build the future of professional sports. Are you Unlimited?
Athletes Unlimited is offering a summer internship program for an MBA candidate passionate about evolving women's sports. The internship will begin on June 3rd, 2024, and last for 10 weeks. Candidates will work in a hybrid capacity, with 35-40 hours per week. If possible, the candidate could start part-time (remotely) during the month of May.
The intern will report to the SVP of Finance amp; Operations and contribute to various aspects of business strategy and analysis.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support Senior Executives on strategy and operational projects
- Examples of projects include:
- Venue Strategy
- Research potential venue locations and options for future seasons of AU Pro Sports leagues.
- Conduct cost/benefit analyses of the different venue options.
- Contribute to executive analysis for venue strategy
- Company-Wide KPI and Scorecards
- Maintain Scorecards and track relevant Key Performance Indicators
- Competitor Analysis
- Development of a framework to compare and contrast other pro sports leagues
- Conduct specialized research and analysis to evaluate market landscape
- Perform ad-hoc financial modeling and analysis to provide insightful analysis and forecasts enabling informed decision-making and strategic planning
- Provide some administrative support duties such as ensuring mail and packages delivered to the office are scanned and tracked as needed.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
- Pursuing MBA degree with relevant finance or accounting coursework and strong academic performance
- Completion of at least two semesters of MBA coursework by the end of May 2024; with an expected graduation date by the end of May 2025
- 35-40 hours per week in a hybrid capacity, with a minimum of 2 days a week at our New York office
- Strong analytical skills, including proficiency with Excel
- Strong written and visual presentation skills (Keynote, Powerpoint, Canva, etc.)
- Ability to conduct cost/benefit analysis
- Legal authorization to work in the United States
Benefits
COMPENSATION
- $33/hour
- This is a contracted 1099 position and does not include benefits
OUR DEI STATEMENT
As a company, we share a vision to change the world for the better and believe in the power of sports to tear down barriers. We will Be Unlimited in our pursuit to intentionally create an environment where every individual can be their authentic self.
Research shows that women, trans, non-binary folks, and BIPOC are less likely to apply for a job unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications. We strongly encourage you to apply even if your background is non-traditional or you might not meet every one of the qualifications described.
Athletes Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its hiring process based on race, religion, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression, pregnancy status, parental status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.