NFL Players Association (NFLPA) Internship Program 2026

The NFL Players Association (NFLPA) is accepting applications for its Fall 2026–Spring 2027 internship program, offering structured professional experience in the sports industry.

What it offers

• 27.5-hour work week with an hourly stipend of $18 and reimbursement for commuting costs.
• No housing assistance or parking provided; links to third-party housing resources are listed for informational purposes only.

Who can apply

• Students entering their junior or senior year of an undergraduate program, or enrolled in a graduate program or law school.
• Recent graduates who completed their degree within one year of applying.
• A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required.

What you'll do

• External Affairs/Communications Intern: Media monitoring, editorial campaign planning, content production, and research support.
• Player Affairs: Wellness Intern: Maintain clinician directories, plan conferences, develop wellness resources, and assist with data tracking.
• Player Affairs Intern: Support programming, analyze data, manage databases, assist with events, and coordinate with external partners.

How to apply

Submit:

• A cover letter with contact details and up to 2 preferred departments.
• A resume.
• A recent transcript (unofficial accepted).
• A list of 3 references with contact information.
• A response to one of two essay questions (character-limited, with name and word count at the top).

Good to know

• The application window runs from June 9–June 23, 2026.
• Questions should be directed to internships@nflpa.com.
• Review the FAQs for additional details on the recruiting process.