REMOTE Esports Gaming Internship, FAA Air Traffic Controller Training Pathway to Sports Media, Inc.

Sports Media, Inc. is building the next generation of esports professionals by combining competitive gaming, real-time decision making, and structured training modeled after FAA air traffic control systems. This internship is designed for elite gamers who want more than gameplay. Participants train through a series of advanced simulation-style games while learning esports tournament operations, league management, sponsorship strategy, NIL systems, and long-term career paths across the sports media ecosystem.

If you thrive under pressure, think strategically, and want to turn gaming into a real career pipeline, this program is built for you.

Apply here to start your journey: Apply Now

Position Overview

This internship blends esports gameplay with FAA-style operational thinking. Interns train using structured games that emphasize multitasking, pattern recognition, communication, timing, and decision accuracy, all core skills used in air traffic control and elite esports operations.

In parallel, interns work hands-on in esports league development, tournament management, broadcasting, sponsorship planning, and NIL education. You will collaborate with industry professionals while gaining exposure to real-world esports business systems inside Sports Media.

Key Responsibilities

Game-Based Training and Simulation

Train through competitive and simulation-based games designed to build focus, spatial awareness, reaction speed, and decision-making under pressure.

Learn how FAA air traffic control concepts translate into esports operations, live event coordination, and broadcast control.

Analyze gameplay data to improve performance, accuracy, and efficiency.

Esports League and Tournament Operations

Assist in building and managing esports leagues and tournaments.

Support scheduling, team onboarding, rule development, and competitive integrity.

Participate in live operations, match monitoring, and post-event reporting.

Content, Broadcasting, and Media Operations

Support live streaming and production of esports events.

Create blogs, social posts, highlights, and recaps for esports coverage.

Assist with interviews of players, coaches, and industry leaders.

Sponsorship, NIL, and Esports Business Education

Learn the esports sponsorship ecosystem and brand integration strategies.

Assist with NIL research, athlete branding concepts, and monetization models.

Explore career paths across esports media, operations, broadcasting, marketing, and technology.

Qualifications

Competitive gamer with strong focus, discipline, and situational awareness.

Interest in esports, simulation systems, aviation-style operations, or live event control.

Strong organizational skills and ability to work in structured environments.

Familiarity with esports titles such as Valorant, Rocket League, League of Legends, or similar.

Basic understanding of streaming platforms such as Twitch and YouTube is a plus.

Ability to manage multiple tasks in fast-paced, live environments.

No degree is required. Performance, commitment, and coachability matter most.

Benefits

Hands-on esports training modeled after FAA air traffic control systems.

Real-world experience in esports leagues, tournaments, and live operations.

Exposure to sponsorship strategy, NIL programs, and esports media careers.

Portfolio development through real events, content, and operations work.

Mentorship and networking across esports, media, and technology sectors.

Eligibility for recommendation letters based on performance.

Internship Length and Onboarding Windows

Internship Duration: 120 to 365 days

Onboarding Periods:

January 1–5

April 1–5

June 1–5

August 1–5

October 1–5

Academic Credit Notice

Check with your school’s Internship Coordinator to confirm eligibility for academic credit before accepting the position.

Turn Gaming Into a Career Pipeline

This is not just an esports internship. It is a structured training program that connects competitive gaming, FAA-level operational thinking, esports media, sponsorships, and long-term career paths.

Join Sports Media, Inc. and help shape the future of esports from gameplay to professional operations.

Apply here to start your journey: Apply Now