Summer 2027 Internship - Manufacturing and Business Operations Summer 2027 Intern

Summer 2027 Manufacturing and Business Operations Internship
Location: Sunnyvale, Texas (5 days/week, on-site)
Program Dates: June 7, 2027 – August 13, 2027

About the Company

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.

Who We Are

Fanatics Collectibles is a global product and technology company dedicated to redefining the world of collectibles. Through iconic brands like Topps, we create innovative physical and digital products that connect fans and collectors to the sports, entertainment, and culture they love.

Backed by Fanatics, the world's leading sports merchandise and collectibles company, we operate with the speed and creativity of a startup while leveraging unmatched scale, partnerships, and licensing relationships. Our teams collaborate across product, creative, operations, marketing, and licensing to deliver best-in-class collectibles to fans around the world.

About the Role

Fanatics Collectibles is seeking a Manufacturing & Business Operations Intern to join our manufacturing team for Summer 2027. This role offers hands-on exposure to how our trading cards are produced and a chance to make production operations more efficient.

As an intern, you'll work alongside engineering, operations, and production teams to observe workflows, collect and analyze production data, and recommend improvements. You'll take on a defined project that will be shaped with your manager around current manufacturing priorities.

This role is ideal for someone who is analytical, curious, and enjoys solving practical problems in a fast-moving production environment.

What You'll Do

• Learn the Production Process: Spend time on the manufacturing floor to understand how our products move from raw materials through production and packout.
• Analyze Production Data: Collect, organize, and analyze data on throughput, quality, downtime, or scheduling to identify trends and opportunities.
• Identify Process Improvements: Observe existing workflows, spot inefficiencies or bottlenecks, and recommend practical improvements.
• Document Processes: Create and update process documentation, work instructions, and reports that support consistent execution.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work with engineering, operations, and production employees to gather input, test ideas, and support implementation.
• Own a Defined Project: Take responsibility for one end-to-end project and present your findings and recommendations to the team at the end of the summer.

What You Bring

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field.
• Analytical, curious, and a strong problem solver with a hands-on approach.
• Comfortable working in both an office and a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets; familiarity with data analysis or visualization tools is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and clear communication.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement concepts is a plus.
• Interest in AI tools and process automation is a plus.

Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don’t fall victim to fraud.  Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics email address (including @collectfanatics.com).  For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careers