Presented by EICOP
Candace Parker
Sports & Media Fellowship
Open doors. Expand possibility. Build a lasting network.
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A Fellowship Built for the Next Generation
The Candace Parker Sports & Media Fellowship gives emerging talent meaningful paid experience and opportunities to build relationships across sports, media and entertainment.
The inaugural cohort launches in summer 2027, combining workplace learning, professional development, mentorship and peer connections.
The program is being developed with industry partners and EICOP to pair practical workplace learning with professional development and ongoing mentorship. Final program dates, activities and requirements will be shared at orientation.
Applications Open
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What's Included
Program Components
Paid Industry Placement
Summer 2027 internship opportunities with host organizations in sports, media and entertainment.
One-to-One Mentorship
Mentors identified through host companies, with proposed monthly conversations and continued connections beyond the summer.
Professional Development
Expert-led conversations and practical guidance to build industry knowledge, confidence and career readiness.
Cohort Experiences
Opportunities to connect with fellow participants, build professional relationships and engage with industry professionals and program partners.
Collaboration
Program Partners
A global talent agency spanning sports, entertainment and media.
Supports the next generation through mentorship, resources and initiatives that encourage young people to pursue opportunity without limits.
Creates pathways into entertainment and related industries through paid placements, professional development, mentorship and support for emerging talent.
How to Be Considered
Apply to EICOP. Get Considered for the Fellowship.
The Candace Parker Sports & Media Fellowship is open to students who apply to and are accepted into the EICOP program. There is no separate application — your EICOP application is your entry point.
Fellowship participants are selected from the EICOP applicant pool based on interest, fit, and available placements in sports, media and entertainment.
Learn More About ApplyingReady to Take the Next Step?
Apply to EICOP for your chance to be considered for the Candace Parker Sports & Media Fellowship inaugural cohort launching summer 2027.
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