How many interns do you accept per semester?
4 to 6

Where is the Internship?
Less than 10 miles from CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (Evanston, Illinois, home of Northwestern University)

What are the hours?
Monday thru Friday, 9am to 5pm

What will the internship entail?
Interns receive hands-on training, instruction and experience in one or more of the following company divisions:

  • Advertising Division/Endorsements
  • Public Relations/Influencer Marketing and Gifting Division
  • Speaking Engagements/Campus Events Division
  • Corporate Partnerships Division

When should I apply? Apply as soon as possible.
We receive a high volume of resumes and give preference to those who apply early. Phone & in-person interviews are conducted during the following time frames:

  • Fall Internships (August – December): Interviews are conducted between March/April
  • Winter/Spring Internships (January – May): Interviews are conducted in October/November
  • Summer Internships (May – August): Interviews are conducted in December/January

How do I apply?
Please send your resume and cover letter to Lisa Streitmatter, indicating which semester you are applying for.

Lisa Streitmatter, Office Manager/Executive Assistant
Burns Entertainment & Sports Marketing, Inc.
820 Davis Street, Suite 222
Evanston, IL 60201
E-mail: Lisa.Streitmatter@burnsent.com

What have past interns said about Burns ?

“Working as an intern for Burns was a great experience all around. The friendly staff practices great intra-office communication and establishes an environment of high involvement for their interns. Intern responsibilities start with the basics and extend into valuable participation in projects that are crucial to advancing the success of the company as a whole. As an intern, my input was valued and I worked closely with management, gaining significant skills and experience necessary for a career in the entertainment or marketing world. Furthermore, Burns’ support in my job search had a huge impact on my success in landing the job I was looking for. I look forward to maintaining close contact with the staff that taught me so much, and continuing to utilize everything I learned during my time there.”  Mike DeOliveira, Summer 2011

“Having the opportunity to intern at Burns allowed me to work with a highly regarded company and alongside employers that have been in the sport and entertainment industry for many years. I enjoyed being a part of a company that enabled interns to have a say and be a part of the brainstorming for big campaigns. Burns has allowed me to get a better insight into the industry, and I know that by interning at Burns it will help me with finding a great job in the future.” Dora Kotsiou, Summer 2011

“I have accepted a position at GMR in Charlotte. I wanted to take the time to thank all of you collectively; for not only providing me with the wealth of experience in all areas of the work world, but also assisting me in establishing a network outside of Burns. Without my time in Evanston, there’s no way I’m in the position I am now. I hope to keep close contact with all of you and look forward to hearing from you soon. Good luck with 2010!”  Zac Applin, Fall 2009