Social Media & Athlete Relations Intern

Job Description

Social Media & Athlete Relations Intern

About Electro Gum:

Electro Gum is a cutting-edge functional chewing gum specifically engineered for athletes, providing essential electrolytes to enhance performance, sharpen focus, and accelerate recovery. We’re proud to have built a significant presence in the athletic community, boasting over 4200 college athlete ambassadors, 134 NBA players, 28 NFL players, and a growing network of elite athletes.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Social Media & Athlete Relations Intern to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial for managing our extensive athlete communications and CRM, ensuring every athlete ambassador enjoys a seamless, professional, and personalized experience with Electro Gum. You will serve as the authentic voice of our brand within athlete DMs, playing a pivotal role in fostering and expanding our vibrant athlete community.

Compensation:

This is a performance-based role with the opportunity to Earn Commissions based on your contributions and impact.

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.
• Promptly escalate unique requests or complex issues to the founding team for swift resolution.
• Diligently log and track all athlete interactions within our CRM systems (Notion + Social Snowball).
• Consistently represent Electro Gum’s brand voice with energy, positivity, and a high level of care.

Qualifications:

• Excellent written English and communication skills are essential.
• Strong attention to detail and unwavering reliability—critical for error-free athlete onboarding and interaction.
• Comfortable and proficient with Instagram DMs and basic CRM tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of athlete communication effectively.
• A passion for sports, Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) opportunities, and athlete culture is preferred but not strictly required.

What You’ll Gain:

• Real-world, hands-on experience in the exciting fields of NIL, athlete management, and CRM.
• Direct mentorship and guidance from Electro Gum’s experienced founding team.
• The flexibility of a remote internship experience, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Performance-based growth opportunities, including potential pay raises and the prospect of long-term roles within the company.

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