I’ve been an athlete* my entire life, but the idea that I could stay in sports outside of participating seemed like a dream. This summer, though, I saw the possibilities when I landed an internship with Nike.
Out of more than 70,800 applicants, just over 200 were selected to be part of the 2024 intern class representing the Nike, Jordan, and Converse brands. We’d spend ten weeks working on projects, participating in workshops, networking with employees, meeting with leaders, and attending events throughout the summer. I knew this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and needed to make the most of it.
Day One felt like the first day of school. I had every anxious thought imaginable. Does my outfit look okay? Will I make a good first impression? What will they think of me? How will I balance my job with my off-season track and field training? What is it like …