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NFLPA Internship program — Words of Old Wisdom NFLPA's Mark Cobb
In this episode, we talk with NFL Players Association Executive Associate Mark Cobb. We talked about the kind of internships the institution offers and the broad set of opportunities it grants. We spoke about the internship admission process and routines, and he kindly shared some tips for those interested in being part of the organization. We also talked about Mark's unique approach to the recruitment process and its benefits. If you enjoyed the show, please leave us a five-star iTunes review.
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"What is the point of being in the treasure house if you're not going to steal a few coins? If you are working downstairs in Former Players, why wouldn't you go downstairs to the next floor and find out what the Commercial people are doing? What is a Licensing Manager, what is that about? What is the difference between managing somebody's image and likeness vs. buying jerseys?" - Mark Cobb.
Mark Cobb has been an Executive Associate of the NFLPA for the last 11 years. An organization that is basically a labor union for NFL players, granting them their safety, health, benefits, etc. But the NFLPA is also known for having one of the most complete and resourceful internship programs in the industry. In Mark's words, "anything you would want to do in sports, we probably know somebody who is doing it."
For instance, the NFLPA has access to EA; they own a part of Madden.
One of the NFLPA internship policies is to get the internships involved in every activity of the organization. If there is an important meeting or conference call, the instruction is to include the interns. Make them part of everything to be prepared and have authentic experiences of how their work will look like in the future.
Mark also shared valuable information regarding students' applications, essays, and cover letters. We also talked about his unique approach to the hiring process. Mark enjoys talking with students and interacting with them, and he makes sure he replies to every email.
Tune in and listen to the experienced Mark Cobb, and enjoy his masterclass on putting the foot in the industry's door.
Resources:
- NFLPA Website
Connect with Mark:
- Email: [email protected]
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By RedShirt ScholarsIn this episode, we talk with NFL Players Association Executive Associate Mark Cobb. We talked about the kind of internships the institution offers and the broad set of opportunities it grants. We spoke about the internship admission process and routines, and he kindly shared some tips for those interested in being part of the organization. We also talked about Mark's unique approach to the recruitment process and its benefits. If you enjoyed the show, please leave us a five-star iTunes review.
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"What is the point of being in the treasure house if you're not going to steal a few coins? If you are working downstairs in Former Players, why wouldn't you go downstairs to the next floor and find out what the Commercial people are doing? What is a Licensing Manager, what is that about? What is the difference between managing somebody's image and likeness vs. buying jerseys?" - Mark Cobb.
Mark Cobb has been an Executive Associate of the NFLPA for the last 11 years. An organization that is basically a labor union for NFL players, granting them their safety, health, benefits, etc. But the NFLPA is also known for having one of the most complete and resourceful internship programs in the industry. In Mark's words, "anything you would want to do in sports, we probably know somebody who is doing it."
For instance, the NFLPA has access to EA; they own a part of Madden.
One of the NFLPA internship policies is to get the internships involved in every activity of the organization. If there is an important meeting or conference call, the instruction is to include the interns. Make them part of everything to be prepared and have authentic experiences of how their work will look like in the future.
Mark also shared valuable information regarding students' applications, essays, and cover letters. We also talked about his unique approach to the hiring process. Mark enjoys talking with students and interacting with them, and he makes sure he replies to every email.
Tune in and listen to the experienced Mark Cobb, and enjoy his masterclass on putting the foot in the industry's door.
Resources:
- NFLPA Website
Connect with Mark:
- Email: [email protected]