Intern – Athlete Medical Intern, UFC

Who We Are:

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

Department

• The Athlete Medical team supports the health, safety, and overall wellness of UFC athletes by helping manage medical processes that enable safe competition and training. Working closely with medical professionals, performance staff, and internal operations teams, the department supports medical clearances, injury reporting, and health protocols. Their focus is on ensuring athletes are medically prepared to compete while prioritizing long-term health and well-being. This team plays an essential role within the UFC organization by helping protect athletes and uphold the highest standards of care in professional sports.
   

Responsibilities

• Learn the process for athlete medical claims processing, including coordination between medical service providers and insurance companies.
• Assist with tracking athlete injury reports, medical condition updates, and related claims information under staff supervision.
• Support research efforts related to local trauma hospitals and EMT services in advance of UFC events.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining athlete medical files and records in accordance with confidentiality requirements.
• Support scheduling and coordination of athlete medical appointments and help track updates related to injury status and licensure requirements.
• Assist with updating internal databases with athlete medical record information, as directed.
• Attend weigh-ins and occasional events to assist with coordination of medical support for athletes.
• Learn and adhere to company confidentiality standards and HIPAA regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in a related field such as Sports Management, Health Sciences, Kinesiology, or a similar discipline, or within six months of graduation; Junior or Senior standing preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Outgoing, friendly, and professional demeanor with strong customer service skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate across functions.
• Eager to learn, take initiative, and grow in a fast-paced environment.

Program Details

We offer internship opportunities across IMG, On Location, Professional Bull Riders (PBR), TKO Corporate, UFC, and WWE. Locations include New York City, Atlanta, Austin, Raleigh, Dallas, Fort Worth, Las Vegas, and Stamford, CT. All internships are in the office and in-person, unless otherwise noted.

In addition to hands-on experience and exposure to the global sports and entertainment industry, interns participate in events such as welcome/farewell sessions, a speaker series featuring company leaders, and career training workshops addressing everything from LinkedIn profile enhancement to resume building, interviewing skills, and networking.

Internships are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, or standard local working hours in the intern location.

Important Dates

• By January 30th: Internships are posted to our career sites.
• February 28th: Applications will be accepted through this date.
• March 1st to March 27th: