Spring 2027 - Intern, Search and Advisory

The Search & Advisory Intern supports the agency's search and advisory work, helping recruiters and internal teams deliver client assignments in a timely manner. The role involves preparing search documents, maintaining CRM records, coordinating client and candidate communications, and conducting research for presentations and new-client acquisition. Interns work within a specific division while having the opportunity to learn about other areas of Excel through lunch-and-learn sessions.

• Adhere to proposed project timelines and collaborate with internal and administrative team members to deliver projects in a timely manner.
• Prepare key search documents, including Search Timelines, Position Specifications, Emerging Profile Reports, Long Lists and Short Lists.
• Organise and maintain Pipedrive and CRM systems.
• Assist recruiters in inputting candidate information and keeping assignments up to date.
• Coordinate meetings with clients and candidates and support communications throughout the search process.
• Conduct research and prepare documents and presentations to aid the acquisition of new clients.
• Assist in the creation and implementation of new internal document templates and user guides, and prepare document user guides to support process improvement and consistency.
• Assist in client relationship management, including sourcing and sending client gifts, drafting communications and identifying outreach opportunities.
• Manage internal utilisation reports to track team capacity and project progress.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, accounting and creative, on internal and client-facing projects.

• Availability to work 24–29.9 hours per week during the session, remaining under 30 hours per week.
• Availability to report to the Dallas office approximately three days per week.
• Must be a college senior (having completed the junior year of undergraduate study), a graduate student, a recent graduate, or hold a bachelor's or postgraduate degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with required experience using Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise effectively and exercise flexibility as needed.
• Outstanding organisational skills and the aptitude to coordinate multiple streams of work independently with critical attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including writing in a clear and compelling manner.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• A proactive and resourceful mindset, with eagerness to learn and take initiative.
• Professional demeanour with strong interpersonal skills and comfort interacting with internal teams and external clients.
• Keen attention to detail and a desire for polish and professional results.
• Proven ability to conduct research, synthesise information and prepare clear, concise reports or presentations.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

• Experience with CRM tools is a plus but not required.

• Hybrid programme with approximately three days per week of in-office experience.
• Based in the Dallas office.
• Office hours are 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CT, Monday–Friday, or as agreed with the advisor.
• Days in office must be coordinated with the advisor's schedule.
• Interns are responsible for their own transportation and housing needs.
• The Spring Programme runs from Monday, 11 January 2027, through Thursday, 6 May 2027.

• Paid internship opportunity.
• Lunch-and-learn sessions held throughout the semester.
• Opportunity to learn about other areas within Excel.

Excel Sports Management is an industry-leading sports agency representing top-tier talent, blue-chip brands and marquee properties.