Who We Are:

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

Department

• The Event Development team is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supporting the execution of UFC live events from concept through delivery. This department works cross-functionally with operations, production, marketing, and venue partners to help ensure events meet organizational standards and deliver a high-quality fan experience. By supporting market research, promotional planning, and event execution, the team plays a key role in driving attendance and overall event success. Their work directly supports the UFC’s live event strategy and business growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing, formatting, and maintaining event schedules.
• Conduct research on competitive events and live entertainment markets in cities where UFC events are held.
• Assist with preparation for meetings with current and prospective on-sale marketing and area partners.
• Support the creation and organization of presentation materials for internal and external meetings.
• Assist with activating Street Team initiatives and in-market promotional efforts.
• Compile research on potential event markets, including demographics, competitive landscape, and local trends.
• Brainstorm creative ideas to support ticket sales and event promotion.
• Assist with creating event recap summaries, including ticket sales performance, executed promotions, marketing tactics, and in-market activations.
• Research trends in sports, live events, and related marketing strategies.
• Support the Event Development team on various projects and initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in a related field such as Marketing, Sports Management, Business, or a similar discipline, or within six months of graduation; Junior or Senior standing preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Outgoing, friendly, and professional demeanor with strong customer service skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate across functions.
• Eager to learn, take initiative, and grow in a fast-paced environment.

Program Details

We offer internship opportunities across IMG, On Location, Professional Bull Riders (PBR), TKO Corporate, UFC, and WWE. Locations include New York City, Atlanta, Austin, Raleigh, Dallas, Fort Worth, Las Vegas, and Stamford, CT. All internships are in the office and in-person, unless otherwise noted.

In addition to hands-on experience and exposure to the global sports and entertainment industry, interns participate in events such as welcome/farewell sessions, a speaker series featuring company leaders, and career training workshops addressing everything from LinkedIn profile enhancement to resume building, interviewing skills, and networking.

Internships are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, or standard local working hours in the intern location.

Important Dates

• By January 30th: Internships are posted to our career sites.
• February 28th: Applications will be accepted through this date.
• March 1st to March 27th: Recruiters will contact candidates and begin the interview process.
• March 30th to April 17th: Offers will be extended to selected candidates.
• May 18th: Program start date.
• The program will be 12 weeks in length.
  • May 18th through August 7th

Recruitment Process

Our process consists of four steps.

• 1. Tell us your story. In addition to your application and resume, please attach a word document and in 300 words max, share why you’re interested in the role. What are the unique perspectives, abilities, and qualities you would bring to the role? What do you hope to learn?
• 2. Video Interview with a Recruiter. If selected for the next round, you will be contacted by the recruiting team to schedule a 30-minute video interview.
• 3. Video Interview with the Hiring Manager. If selected to move forward, you will meet with the hiring manager and potentially 1-2 additional team members.
• 4. Offer or Decline. If selected for the position, a recruiter will call to extend an offer. If you have not been selected, a recruiter will reach out to let you know.

Eligibility

Our program is designed for rising juniors, rising seniors, and those within six months of graduation from an undergraduate university, unless otherwise noted.

Candidates must indicate if they now or in the future require Endeavor to commence (“sponsor”) an immigration case in order to employ them (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case).

Pay

We offer paid internships; rates vary based on location. Pay rates typically align with local required minimums and vary by country. 

TKO EEO Statement:

TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for TKO employment candidates, please review our Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms of Use for this and other TKO websites, please review our Terms of Use.