The NCAA Postgraduate Internship Program provides a yearlong, immersive learning experience at the national office in Indianapolis for college graduates pursuing a career in college sports administration.

Interns gain insight into the inner workings of college sports from a national perspective while receiving training, mentorship and professional development opportunities. Interns also participate in site visits to NCAA member campuses, conference offices and affiliate organizations to expand industry knowledge and build connections across the collegiate athletics landscape.

Over the past 25 years, PGIP alumni have gone on to hold influential roles across college athletics — on campuses, in conference offices and beyond.

“The NCAA Postgraduate Internship Program was truly a transformational and impactful experience for me. The comprehensive training, mentorship and networking opportunities provided invaluable insights into the inner workings of college sports administration.”

Brandon Floyd
2021-22 Leadership Development Intern

Eligibility

To qualify for the NCAA Postgraduate Internship Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Earned a bachelor’s degree from a four-year NCAA member school by the internship start date
  • No age restriction
  • Not necessary to have a sports-specific degree
  • The program is not designed to provide credit toward an undergraduate degree, but interns may be eligible to earn credit toward a graduate degree
• Not current or former NCAA national office interns or employees
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
  • International students may apply using Optional Practical Training (OPT) for F-1 students

Compensation and additional details

• Experience in an athletics department is not required
• Former student-athlete status is not required
• Interns are paid hourly with a rate that equates to $33,000 when annualized and receive full benefits
• The 2026–27 program takes place in person in Indianapolis, with relocation required

How to apply

The NCAA Postgraduate Internship Program offers 36 positions across 12 departments. Applicants may select up to three departments in a single application.

Applying from this page: Department links direct you to detailed descriptions. Some pages also include an Apply button. Regardless of where you click Apply, all submissions route to the same application.

• Respond to short-answer application questions
• Upload a resume (required)
• Submit an optional cover letter

Departments and internship focus areas

Select a department below to view a brief overview. Use the right-rail links for full descriptions.