Two senior Clemson students joined the Robert H. Brooks Sports Science team for the Spring 2024 semester and made significant contributions to the Institute’s mission while gaining valuable experience they will take with them in their chosen career paths.
Lauren Crumley, Events Intern
Graduating May 2024, Crumley served as the Institute’s events intern. In this role, she helped plan all of the Institute’s events for the spring semester, including the annual Robert H. Brooks Lecture in Sports Sciences with United Row, two former Clemson rowers who spoke on Clemson University campus in March.
“I’ve really enjoyed getting to work with the Robert H. Brooks Sports Science Institute this semester!” Crumley said. “Being able to learn more about event planning and operations has been valuable, and I know I’ll be able to take what I’ve learned here into future roles.
“In addition to our main lecture event, I’ve enjoyed getting to work on other special projects and growing skills in areas such as writing and research. As I get ready to graduate from Clemson, I’m excited to see the Institute continue to grow!”
Crumley was a member of Clemson’s rowing team during her three years at Clemson and has accepted a postgraduate internship in championships operations at the NCAA.
Justin Robertson, Marketing Intern
Also graduating May 2024, Robertson served as the Institute’s marketing intern for the spring semester. He helped create and post graphics for social media and established the Institute’s Instagram page. He also helped develop and distribute promotional items for the Institute’s annual lecture in sports sciences.
“Working for the Institute this semester has taught me so much about marketing, social media and helping grow an organization,” Robertson said. “From creating social media graphics to writing press releases to having a story published on Clemson News, the Institute opened many doors to me that would’ve otherwise been closed.
“Not only was I able to gain extensive experience in these fields, but I also had a great time working with Lauren and the Institute’s staff. Those relationships will be ones I carry with me throughout the rest of my life.”
Robertson served on Clemson University’s student newspaper, The Tiger, all four years as a student. He plans to enter the sports media field after graduation.
The Institute has hired two interns for the summer and is looking to fill five part-time internship positions for the fall 2024 semester. For more information and to apply, click here.
