Social Media & Athlete Relations Intern

February 10, 2026

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Job Description

Here is the enriched job description for the Unpaid Internship Opportunity at Electro Gum:

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About Electro Gum:

Electro Gum is an innovative functional chewing gum specifically engineered for athletes. Packed with essential electrolytes, it’s designed to fuel performance, enhance focus, and aid in recovery. We have rapidly established a strong presence within the athletic community, boasting over 1700+ college athlete ambassadors, endorsement from 28 NFL players, and a completely sold-out pre-order campaign.

Job Title: Social Media & Athlete Relations Intern

Role Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Social Media & Athlete Relations Intern to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role focuses on managing all aspects of athlete communications and CRM, ensuring every athlete ambassador experiences a seamless, professional, and personalized journey with Electro Gum. You will serve as the primary voice of our brand within athlete direct messages and play a crucial part in nurturing and expanding our vibrant athlete community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Respond to athlete DMs daily with exceptional accuracy, speed, and professionalism.
  • Cultivate and maintain strong athlete relationships through clear, supportive, and engaging communication.
  • Efficiently answer frequently asked questions (FAQs) and resolve athlete inquiries utilizing provided playbooks and resources.
  • Swiftly escalate unique requests or complex issues to the founding team for prompt resolution.
  • Accurately log and track all athlete interactions within our CRM systems, including Notion and Social Snowball.
  • Consistently represent Electro Gum’s brand voice with energy, positivity, and genuine care in all interactions.

Qualifications:

  • Excellent written English and communication skills are paramount.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail and reliability, ensuring no errors in athlete onboarding or communication.
  • Comfortable and proficient with Instagram DMs and basic CRM tools.
  • Ability to effectively manage and prioritize a high volume of athlete communication.
  • A passion for sports, NIL (Name, Image, Likeness), and athlete culture is preferred but not strictly required.

What You’ll Gain:

  • Invaluable real-world experience in the rapidly evolving fields of NIL, athlete management, and CRM.
  • Direct mentorship and guidance from Electro Gum’s experienced founding team.
  • The flexibility and convenience of a remote internship experience.
  • Exposure to performance-based growth opportunities, including potential pay raises and long-term roles within the company.

Apply now and help us build the future of athlete-first brands!

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