Intern – Governmental & Regulatory Affairs Intern, UFC

Ultimate Fighting Championship

2d • Onsite

About The Position

UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality. The Regulatory Affairs team supports business operations, athlete relations, live events, and commercial initiatives by managing regulatory compliance and risk across UFC events. This department works closely with Athletic Commissions and internal stakeholders to ensure events operate in accordance with applicable rules and regulations. Their work plays a critical role in protecting the organization’s integrity, maintaining strong regulatory relationships, and enabling safe, compliant event execution. The team’s efforts directly support sustainable growth across the business.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Graduate degree program in a relevant field such as Legal Studies, Sports Management, Business, Public Policy, or a similar discipline; Junior, Senior, or Graduate-level standing preferred
• Ability to organize information and support the presentation of analysis and concepts
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with the ability to learn additional systems
• Eager to learn, take initiative, and grow in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Maintain and organize digital and physical regulatory records, including printing, scanning, and filing documentation
• Assist with managing and reviewing Commission Officials’ credentials in advance of upcoming events
• Support the updating and maintenance of regulatory-related spreadsheets and tracking tools
• Participate alongside Regulatory team members in advance event preparation calls with Athletic Commissions
• Collaborate with internal departments to help ensure alignment and understanding of event-specific rules and regulatory requirements
• Support the Regulatory team on additional projects and administrative tasks as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern