Intern, Thunder Community Foundation

Duration: Spring 2027 (January-May)

Work Location: Oklahoma City, OK | In Person

Weekly Commitment: 15-20 hours per week

The Oklahoma City Thunder is seeking a college student to join the Thunder Community Foundation (TCF) team this spring! The TCF Intern will support the Community Engagement department with revenue-generating activities, including in-game, online, and fundraising opportunities. The role will also support community investment projects, such as court refurbishments, room renovations, grantmaking, and other Foundation programs.

Interns will have access to professional development workshops, networking opportunities, resume reviews, and other activities designed to enrich their experience. Program perks include paid downtown parking and tickets to a Thunder home game during the season!

In this role you will:

• Assist with TCF fundraising initiatives, including game-night and online auctions, raffles, fundraising events, and other projects

• Support community donation requests through fulfillment, partner communication, and recordkeeping

• Maintain donation, fundraising, inventory, and program data in Foundation databases and tracking systems

• Organize and maintain autographed memorabilia, fundraising items, and Foundation inventory

• Support community investment initiatives, including basketball court refurbishments, Wonder Rooms, grantmaking, and other Foundation projects

• Assist with donor acknowledgments, mailings, correspondence, and other Foundation materials

• Collaborate with Community Engagement team members and other departments to support events and initiatives, including preparation, setup, guest check-in, on-site logistics, and cleanup

• Participate in company-scheduled internship program activities

• Perform other duties as assigned

   

What you'll bring to the role:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and eligible to receive course credit for the internship

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage projects through completion

• Demonstrated ability to manage assignments independently, collaborate with team members, and work under supervision

• Collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences

• Prioritize and complete multiple projects using strong organizational and time-management skills

• Communicate effectively through verbal, written, and interpersonal channels

Additional details:

This is an in-person internship reporting to the Thunder Community Foundation Strategist. The schedule includes office hours, events, and game-night responsibilities, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of vehicle insurance are required, as the role includes local travel. Physical responsibilities may include lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds. The work environment may include indoor and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions, as well as exposure to loud crowd noise, amplified music, and flashing or strobe lighting during events and games. Housing and transportation are not provided. Completion of the internship does not guarantee full-time employment with the Thunder.

The Thunder recognizes that teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills make a stronger company. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Thunder organization considers applicants fairly on the basis of qualifications, experience and business needs and provides equal opportunity regardless of race, color, age, sex, ancestry, ethnicity, national origin, religion, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Applicants are considered regardless of past legal system involvement, based upon the needs of the role, nature of and recency of legal history. The Thunder is committed to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees through its RAVE culture – Respect and Value Everyone.