About Bound

We believe an athletic director's job is one of the most critical in a community: to shape the lives and experiences of student-athletes. But as we listened, we learned that with dwindling budgets and growing responsibilities, they’ve had no choice but to spend more time managing logistics than leading their teams and programs. After countless conversations, we gained a deep understanding of their challenges, from handling transactions to managing schedules and tracking results.

This insight was the catalyst for Bound. We created an all-in-one platform to give ADs back their time. With our OneSchedule Technology at its core, our platform integrates essential tools like Activity Registration, Tickets and Passes, and 20+ additional solutions. Today, Bound empowers schools across the country to manage every aspect of their athletics and activities, all within a single, unified solution.

We're not just a software company; we are a team made up of former athletic directors, administrators, coaches, parents, and fans. We all share one core belief: in the power of youth sports and activities to positively impact communities and the people who live in them.

What An Internship at Bound includes

At Bound, internships are a structured experience designed to give you real ownership, real mentorship, and a real project to point to when you're done.

Here's what to expect:

• A Capstone Project — You will own a meaningful project from day one through the final presentation, giving you something substantial to show for your summer.
• Real Team Experience — Beyond your project, you will be embedded in your team's day-to-day work, gaining hands-on exposure to how Bound operates.
• Mentorship & Support — regular 1:1s with your supervisor and a buddy to help you navigate your summer.
• Connection — Intern events and opportunities to connect with the broader Bound team.
• Program dates — Summer 2027 internships run May 17 – August 6, 2027 (approximately 12 weeks).

A note on timing: We're recruiting for our Summer 2027 cohort. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews and offers extending into winter/spring 2027. This role is open to students who will be enrolled in or have completed a relevant degree program as of Summer 2027 (e.g., rising juniors/seniors).

About the Role

Whether you were in the stands or on the sidelines on game nights, this one's for you. We're looking for a curious, hands-on Marketing Intern to join Bound's fast-growing marketing team. You'll support live campaigns, run market research and help grow our brand on email, social, web and events, all for the athletic directors and coaches who run the programs. You'll get real reps across the full marketing playbook, which makes this a great fit for a student building a broad foundation in the field. Bonus points if you've ever played, coached, cheered, announced, or kept the book for a high school team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, preparing, and executing digital and traditional marketing campaigns and events
• Support content creation, including blogs, emails, social posts, and basic web updates
• Conduct research into competitors, prospects, and industry trends, and gather data to support new strategies
• Help maintain and update marketing databases, CRM systems, and tracking reports

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree/certification in marketing, communications, advertising, journalism, business administration, or related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks under deadlines

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Familiarity with office software such as Google/Microsoft suites, Canva, and major social media platforms
• Knowledge or background in high school sports a plus

Who You Are

• A strong collaborator
• Ready to grow and get involved in multiple areas of marketing
• Ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Work Hours & Flexibility

Bound does not operate on a traditional “routine” workweek. When work needs to be done, we collaborate to get it done — whether that’s in the morning, afternoon, evening, or occasionally on weekends.

At the same time, Bound supports flexibility for personal needs, family events, appointments, and time to recharge. Employees are trusted to manage their schedules while meeting deadlines and delivering high‑quality work.

Work Location

Bound supports in-office, remote and hybrid work. Some roles may require on‑site presence depending on team needs and responsibilities. Location expectations for this role: Ames, IA office, hybrid flexibility

Why Join Bound?

Bound Core Values:

• Moments Matter – We work for moment creators.
• Hands On. Hands In. – We live these problems and live to solve them.
• You Are Unusual – Everyone was given remarkable gifts. We want to see those in action.
• We Figure It Out – We don’t dwell on a problem or issue, we work together and figure it out.
• Learn It Alls – We are learn it alls, not know it alls

Bound is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.  Bound is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us.