Intern, Thunder Fellows

Position Type: Internship
Category: Thunder Fellows

Description

About the Program

Thunder Fellows is a youth development initiative based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, expanding access to opportunity for high school and college students pursuing careers in sports, entertainment, and business. Powered by the Oklahoma City Thunder, the program delivers immersive learning, mentorship, professional exposure, and community engagement that connect students to meaningful career pathways.  Rooted in Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District, Thunder Fellows honors the legacy of Black Wall Street by championing leadership and long-term opportunity, equipping students with the skills, confidence, and networks to thrive in competitive industries.

Position Overview

Join the Thunder Fellows team and help shape the next generation of leaders. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience delivering programming, supporting students and families, and collaborating with community and business partners. If you’re passionate about youth development and social impact, we encourage you to apply!

In this role you will:

• Support daily program operations, including event setup, logistics coordination, and student engagement
• Assist in planning and executing Thunder Fellows events such as open houses, onboarding sessions, guest speakers, capstone showcases, field trips, and professional development workshops
• Coordinate summer programming logistics and contribute to overall program execution
• Maintain and update program records, including student data, attendance tracking, and impact reporting materials
• Update alumni records and assist with communication to mentors, employers, and industry partners
• Draft and distribute communications to students, families, alumni, school partners, and community stakeholders via email, text, and digital platforms; support recurring newsletter preparation
• Capture photo and video content during select sessions and events to support documentation and marketing efforts
• Create and update visual materials, including presentations, dashboards, charts, and printed collateral
• Prepare instructional materials, organize program supplies, and support inventory tracking
• Provide administrative support, including scheduling assistance, data entry, filing, printing, and internal calendar coordination
• Perform other duties as assigned

What you will bring to the role:

• Presently enrolled in an accredited college or university and approved by your school to receive course credit for the Fall internship
• Passion for community with an emphasis in student engagement and workforce development
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook; PowerPoint a plus
• Organization and time management skills to successfully prioritize and complete projects
• Self-starter who is also comfortable with team collaboration and supervision
• Excellent problem-solving skills, resourcefulness, and resilience in the face of change
• Strong interpersonal talents including speaking, writing, and listening skills and experience using various modes of communication including text and social media
• Possess significant knowledge of and/or connections to the Tulsa area

Additional Information:

This is a paid, in-person internship reporting to the Operations Specialist, Thunder Fellows. Hours will not exceed 29 per week. Primary work location will be the Thunder Fellows headquarters located in Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District. A valid driver’s license and clean driving record required. Physical requirements of the job include driving, bending, walking or standing for extended periods. 

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.