Marketing & Business Development Internship

Location: South Africa; United Kingdom; United States About Us Wavelength is a media, marketing and management company. We build brands and drive commercial growth through creator and athlete campaigns, live event activations and guaranteed social media reach. We specialise in sports, health, fitness, automotive and adventure travel. We run a network of social publishing channels and represent a portfolio of creators, athletes and events. Together they reach an audience of more than 320 million fans and deliver over 950 million video views a month across the major social platforms. Our roster includes more than 200 creators and athletes. Wavelength is the parent company of Extreme International, the adventure sports and travel business. Our network is home to some of social media's fastest growing channels and brands, including EXTREME, UNREEL, MetDaan and Extreme Hangout, and we work with talent such as Supercar Blondie. About the Opportunity Wavelength is seeking an energetic, strategic and detail-oriented Marketing & Business Development Interns to join our team. This dynamic role sits at the intersection of brand growth and revenue expansion. You will work directly with the senior management team day to day, be on calls and in meetings and play an active role in building brand awareness, generating and qualifying leads, conducting market research and supporting outreach campaigns that directly fuel company growth. This internship offers hands-on experience across the entire growth lifecycle: from content creation and market analysis to partnership building and sales pipeline support. Commitment: Part time (20hrs per week) Location : Remote Compensation : Unpaid Future opportunity: This internship offers a real pathway to an ongoing opportunity with Wavelength, depending on performance. Key Responsibilities Business Development Market & Prospect Research: Identify target market segments, potential clients, strategic partners and industry trends to expand outreach opportunities. Lead Generation & Pipeline Support: Assist in building and maintaining target prospect lists; track and manage lead statuses. Outreach & Communication: Draft customised outreach communications, follow-up sequences and meeting prep notes for senior business development team members. Pitch & Proposal Assistance: Help create tailored pitch decks, client proposals and presentation materials for prospective partners. Marketing & Brand Strategy Campaign Execution: Assist in planning, scheduling and monitoring multi-channel marketing campaigns focused on lead acquisition and brand visibility. Competitive Analysis: Analyse competitor marketing activities, messaging strategies and positioning to surface actionable insights. Analytics & Reporting: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) across digital campaigns, web traffic and social engagement to evaluate campaign ROI. Cross Functional Growth Integration Funnel Optimisation: Bridge marketing efforts with business development by qualifying inbound marketing leads for sales conversion. Event & Partnership Support: Support the planning and execution of promotional events, or co-marketing initiatives with strategic partners. Qualifications & Skills Education: Currently pursuing or recently completed a qualification in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Strategy or a related field. (nice to have) Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an eye for compelling storytelling and persuasive messaging. Analytical Mindset: Strong problem-solving abilities with comfort interpreting performance data and market research. Attributes: High initiative, strong organisational skills, ability to prioritise multiple projects and enthusiasm for working in a fast paced environment. What You Will Gain Direct mentorship from senior leadership. Portfolio building experience with real world campaign execution and deal development. Comprehensive understanding of how marketing and sales function together in a high-growth environment. Networking opportunities across the sports, media and creator industries. A real pathway to an ongoing opportunity with Wavelength, depending on your performance during the internship. How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV, a brief cover letter explaining why you are interested in bridging marketing and business development at Wavelength and any relevant writing samples or portfolio work to