2026–27 College Ambassador

The Oklahoma City Thunder is seeking passionate students who have an interest in bringing the brand to the next generation of fans through authentic storytelling. As a College Ambassador for the 2026-27 academic year, you’ll receive insight into how a global brand approaches a multi-generational audience. 

You'll have the opportunity to focus on one department throughout the year and align your passions within the industry. This opportunity offers hands-on experience with a global brand, where you’ll engage in marketing initiatives, network with industry professionals, and build your organizational skills throughout the 2026-27 season. 

DEPARTMENTS

• Social Media & Content 
• Graphic & Digital Design
• PR & Communications
• Community Engagement 
• Broadcasting

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Amplify key moments for the brand in an authentic and meaningful way through on campus activations, social media, and specialized departments.  
• Promote initiatives through social media in an impactful way with giveaway opportunities. 
  • Goals are to drive awareness, assist in marketing objectives and signups for Thunder SMS program, promote the brand in a positive way, and drive overall social media engagement, ticket sales, and brand messaging. 
• Collect insights and feedback through brand surveys and peer conversations. 
• Show us the results! Learn how to report on your social media impact and engage in monthly competitions.   
• Participate in peer-to-peer group chats and monthly development sessions. 
  • Activate in your specialized department within your campus and Thunder communities. 
  • Social Media & Content: Curate content on different social media platforms, strengthen visuals through photography and videography, and participate in current trends. 
  • Graphic & Digital Design: Develops creative ideas and visual concepts through graphics, posters, and motion graphics to deliver the Thunder brand effectively.   
  • Community Engagement: Identify credible, creative ways to integrate the Thunder brand into student life on campus. Opportunity to assist in Thunder events if needed. 
  • PR & Communications: Support storytelling through curating articles, captions, newsletters, and interviews to strengthen the Thunder brand. 
  • Broadcasting: Support storytelling through on camera presence, reporting, and interviewing during on campus activations and Thunder events if needed.  

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN

• Merchandise, gift cards, game tickets and other incentives for fulfilling program responsibilities.
• Opportunity to earn additional incentives through Thunder presented opportunities and affiliate marketing sales.
• Professional experience in a real-world setting honing your communication, networking, and organizational skills.
• Ongoing coaching and professional development support from the Thunder front office.
• Opportunity to represent a global brand.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR

• Full time undergraduate student.
  • Not eligible if graduate level student, part time, or full-time staff (excluding interns and events crew). 
• Demonstrable knowledge of campus clubs, organizations, and events.
• Influence among peers with strong connections to a diverse range of campus organizations.
• Ability to utilize your campus network and communication skills to find event and speaking opportunities.
• Affinity for the Thunder organization and its team.
• Strong knowledge and use of Social Media platforms including Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
• Highly creative and innovative.  
• Flexible, adaptable, and open to feedback.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Current GPA of 3.0+.
• Live in the United States of America. 
• Willing to keep your personal social accounts public for the entire 10+ week duration of the program.
• Not currently engaged in another sports team’s Ambassador program.
• Have transportation for some in-person engagements.

INTERVIEW AND ONBOARDING PROCESS

• Once we receive your application, a Thunder coordinator will reach out within a few business days to set up a first-round video interview.
• The second round will be a video interview with the organization management team.

APPLICATION TIMELINE

Dates are TBD until application window nears.

Questions? Email dewalker@okcthunder.com