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Business Strategy Summer Intern, Emerging… at GameChanger · New York
InternshipOn-siteFull-timeNew York, NY$104k–$125k/yr
Skills
market researchcompetitive analysisfinancial modelingexcelmbasports managemententrepreneurshipinterest in youth sports
Job Description
Summary: GameChanger is a remote-first technology company focused on the youth sports community. They are seeking a Business Strategy Intern for Summer 2026 to conduct a market assessment for expanding into emerging sports like flag football, volleyball, and soccer.
Responsibilities:
- Lead a structured market assessment evaluating entry into select emerging sports (e.g., flag football, volleyball, soccer)
- Analyze industry trends, participation data, competitive landscapes, and monetization models to assess long-term growth potential
- Conduct interviews with internal stakeholders across Product, Brand, Business Development, and Finance to understand feasibility and operational considerations
- Build financial models and structured frameworks to evaluate opportunity sizing and strategic tradeoffs
- Develop a clear, executive-ready recommendation backed by data and strategic reasoning
- Contribute to a repeatable roadmap framework for assessing future emerging sports opportunities
Required Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing an MBA (preferred) or undergraduate degree in Strategy, Consulting, Entrepreneurship, Business, or Sports Management
- Experience conducting market research, competitive analysis, or opportunity sizing through coursework, internships, or prior roles
- Comfortable structuring ambiguous, open-ended problems into clear analytical frameworks
- Proficient in Excel or Google Sheets; experience building decks and structured executive presentations
- Strong written communication skills with experience synthesizing analysis into clear recommendations
- Interest in youth sports, sports technology, or community-driven platforms
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in consulting, investment banking, venture, or startup strategy
- Interest in youth sports, emerging sports ecosystems, and community-driven platforms
Required Skills: Market research, Competitive analysis, Financial modeling
Important Skills: Excel
Nice-to-Have Skills: MBA, Sports Management, Entrepreneurship, Interest in youth sports
Benefits: Housing in Manhattan covered by GameChanger., Round-trip travel to/from NYC covered., A MacBook for the duration of the internship., Mentorship from experienced leaders., Exposure to executive leadership., The opportunity to be considered for future full-time roles.
Benefits
Housing in Manhattan covered by GameChanger.
Round-trip travel to/from NYC covered.
A MacBook for the duration of the internship.
Mentorship from experienced leaders.
Exposure to executive leadership.
The opportunity to be considered for future full-time roles.