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Intern - Anti-Doping Compliance Intern, UFC

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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 UFC’s Anti-Doping Compliance Department supports the integrity of the sport by helping execute one of the most comprehensive anti-doping programs in professional athletics. Working closely with the program’s independent administrator, Combat Sports Anti-Doping (CSAD), the team serves as a key liaison between UFC athletes and the anti-doping process. Their focus is on education, compliance, and smooth program execution, ensuring athletes clearly understand requirements and expectations. This department plays a critical role within the broader UFC organization by protecting fair competition, athlete health, and the credibility of the sport worldwide.

 

Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative and clerical support to the Anti-Doping Compliance Department, including scanning, copying, filing, and distributing documents.
  • Assist with organizing and maintaining athlete records, forms, and correspondence in accordance with confidentiality and data protection guidelines.
  • Support basic data entry and updates related to athlete information, including whereabouts data and internal tracking logs, under staff supervision.
  • Help update and maintain spreadsheets and internal trackers used for compliance monitoring, education, and documentation follow-up.
  • Assist with new athlete onboarding by organizing materials and confirming receipt of required forms.
  • Support the coordination of athlete education sessions and internal meetings, including scheduling assistance and preparation of materials.
  • Track incoming paperwork from athletes and management and flag missing or incomplete documentation for follow-up by Compliance Coordinators.
  • Provide general administrative support for event preparation and post-event tasks related to the anti-doping program.
  • Assist Compliance Coordinators with basic research and reference tasks related to medications, supplements, or program materials, as appropriate.
  • Coordinate with other departments, as directed, to help ensure accurate and timely flow of athlete information.
  • Perform other projects, tasks, and duties as assigned to support the day-to-day operations of the UFC Anti-Doping Compliance Department.

 

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in a related field such as Sports Management, Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Legal Studies, Business Administration, or a similar discipline, or within six months of graduation; Junior or Senior standing preferred.
  • Strong interest in professional sports, athlete health and safety, regulatory compliance, or anti-doping programs.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Ability to follow instructions, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to learn basic anti-doping concepts, policies, and medical terminology.
  • Strong team player with the ability to collaborate and interact professionally with individuals at all levels of the organization.
  • Dependable, punctual, and responsive to evolving departmental needs.
  • Prior administrative, office, or internship experience is a plus but not required.

 

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: Recruiters will contact candidates and begin the interview process.
  • March 30th to April 17th: Offers will be extended to selected candidates.
  • May 18th: Program start date.
  • The program will be 12 weeks in length.
    • May 18th through August 7th

 

Recruitment Process

Our process consists of four steps.

  • 1. Tell us your story. In addition to your application and resume, please attach a word document and in 300 words max, share why you’re interested in the role. What are the unique perspectives, abilities, and qualities you would bring to the role? What do you hope to learn?
  • 2. Video Interview with a Recruiter. If selected for the next round, you will be contacted by the recruiting team to schedule a 30-minute video interview.
  • 3. Video Interview with the Hiring Manager. If selected to move forward, you will meet with the hiring manager and potentially 1-2 additional team members.
  • 4. Offer or Decline. If selected for the position, a recruiter will call to extend an offer. If you have not been selected, a recruiter will reach out to let you know.

 

Eligibility

Our program is designed for rising juniors, rising seniors, and those within six months of graduation from an undergraduate university, unless otherwise noted.

Candidates must indicate if they now or in the future require Endeavor to commence (“sponsor”) an immigration case in order to employ them (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case).


Pay

We offer paid internships; rates vary based on location. Pay rates typically align with local required minimums and vary by country. 


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