Summer 2025
Intern – Digital
Posted on 5/21/2025
World Surf League
201-500 employees
Organizes global professional surfing competitions
Compensation Overview
$18/hr
El Segundo, CA, USA
In Person
Bachelor's, Master's
 Data & Analytics (2) |
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- Undergraduate or Graduate Student at an accredited University pursuing a degree- focus on Computer Science, Mathematics, Economics, Business, Science preferred.
- Minimum GPA requirement of 3.75
- Professional communication skills with ability to articulate thoughts and concepts fluidly; both written and verbally
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Highly proficient using all Microsoft products including Excel; ability to quickly learn software and tools
- The ideal candidate in the role should be knowledgeable of the CT, i.e. familiar with the tour stops, the event formats, and the heat scores.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week from June 16th to August 8th
- Collaborate with multiple departments to gather surf analytics and insights.
- Organize information into a structured data schema.
- Analyze surf statistics to uncover key insights and generate new data visualizations.
- Work alongside designers and product managers to develop a roadmap for publishing the insights and visual content.
- Deliver a final presentation summarizing key findings and recommended next steps.
- Above all, integrity and honesty
- Willingness to work independently
- An exceptional work ethic (No job is too small)
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Masterful organizational skills
- Optimism and energy for the company and its future
- An open and collaborative nature
- A high degree of self-awareness of own personal style, strengths, key areas for improvement.
- Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
The World Surf League runs professional surfing on a global stage, organizing tours such as the Championship Tour, Qualifying Series, Big Wave Tour, and Longboard Tour. Its product is live surfing competitions and coverage delivered through events plus digital platforms like its website and app, with live scoring and rankings. It differentiates itself with a single, integrated system of multi-format tours, direct media distribution across web, mobile, and broadcast, and strong focus on live fan engagement for sponsors. Its goal is to grow professional surfing by delivering high-quality events and broad coverage that attract fans, sponsors, and partners, expanding the sport’s reach and commercial value.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
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Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Santa Monica, California
Founded
1976
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- WSL’s 2026 partner roster includes Seven, Lexus, Breitling, Boost Mobile, and Bioglan.
- The 2026 Championship Tour launches April 1, celebrating WSL’s 50th year.
- Women’s field expansion and maternity wildcard policy strengthen athlete retention and employer brand.
What critics are saying
- January 2026 J-Bay cancellation exposed WSL’s dependence on host funding and sponsorship.
- The.Team is searching for naming rights in 2026, signaling persistent revenue pressure.
- If sponsors defect, WSL shrinks its tour and loses Olympic-cycle relevance by 2028.
What makes World Surf League unique
- WSL owns elite surfing’s only global tour, spanning 12 2026 stops.
- WSL combines live ocean competition with AWS-powered scoring data and broadcasts.
- WSL’s brand prestige comes from iconic breaks like Bells, Teahupo’o, and Pipeline.
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World Surf League returns to India with Shore Temple Classic QS 2000 and Pro Junior. August 4, 2026 The World Surf League (WSL) is set to return to India with the Shore Temple Classic QS 2000 and Pro Junior event, scheduled to take place from August 12 to August 16, 2026, at Mahabalipuram Beach in Tamil Nadu. The event will bring together some of the region's leading surfers and India's top talent, competing on the long right-handers of Mahabalipuram Beach. It marks the return of the WSL to India since the country hosted its inaugural WSL event in 2023. Ty Sorati, WSL APAC Tour Director said, "The WSL is excited to return to India following a successful debut in 2023 and to bring the country's first Pro Junior alongside the QS in 2026. The response to our first event showed the passion and potential for surfing in India, and we're looking forward to building on that momentum this year. Mahabalipuram offers a great high-performance wave, and with both QS and Pro Junior competition on the schedule, it's a fantastic opportunity for local surfers to compete alongside some of the region's best. We're grateful to our local partners for their continued commitment to developing the sport in India." Mahabalipuram Beach will host the second edition of the WSL QS in India and the country's first-ever Pro Junior. Located beside the Mahabalipuram Shore Temple, the beach features a long right-hand sandbar with open-face sections suited to powerful rail surfing and progressive airs, along with occasional barrels when conditions are favourable. The venue has hosted several national and international surfing competitions and continues to play a role in the development of India's growing surf scene. The event is being delivered in partnership with the Tamil Nadu Surfing Association (TNSA) and the Surfing Federation of India (SFI), continuing their collaboration from the inaugural WSL event in 2023. India made history in 2023 by hosting its first-ever World Surf League event, a QS 3000, in a landmark moment for surfing in our country. This year, we are proud to build on that foundation with the QS 2000 and Pro Junior. Hosting these events on home soil is a real advantage for our athletes - they earn valuable ranking points and gain the competitive experience they need to make their mark across the Asia region. But our ambition goes further. Our goal is to grow this into four additional WSL events in India, creating a clear pathway for our surfers toward Challenger Series and Championship Tour contention. Arun Vasu, President, Surfing Federation of India said, "Beyond the sport itself, these competitions put India's world-class waves on the global map, drive coastal tourism, and inspire a new generation to take up surfing. We expect to see many more Indian surfers on the circuit in the years ahead. This is only the beginning of India's journey on the world stage." The event is supported by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT). Thiru. J. Meghanatha Reddy, Member Secretary Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu, said, "Tamil Nadu is proud to have been the first in India to bring the World Surf League to our shores in 2023, and we are delighted to continue that journey with the Shore Temple Classic 2026. As one of the sponsors for this year's event, SDAT remains committed to supporting the growth of surfing in Tamil Nadu and providing our athletes with world-class competitive opportunities on home soil. Mahabalipuram has proven itself as a truly world-class surfing destination, and we look forward to another spectacular edition of the WSL in Tamil Nadu." The Shore Temple Classic 2026 is expected to further strengthen India's position on the international surfing calendar while giving Indian athletes an opportunity to compete for ranking points and gain valuable experience against regional competitors.
Costa Rica to host WSL surf event in Playa Hermosa this August. June 25, 2026 The World Surf League will return to Costa Rica this August with the Garabito Surf City PRO 2026, bringing an official professional surf event back to the country after a nearly eight-year absence. Costa Rica videos. Video Muted The competition will take place from August 13 to 16 in Playa Hermosa, Garabito, and will feature both men's and women's QS 2000 events. The Qualifying Series is part of the WSL's pathway for surfers seeking ranking points and a route toward higher-level international competition. The event is expected to draw rising professional surfers to one of Costa Rica's best-known surf beaches, giving the Central Pacific another major sports tourism showcase during the country's green season. Costa Rica last hosted a WSL event from October 4 to 7, 2018, when the Essential Costa Rica Surf Pro was held in Jacó, also in Garabito. That QS 1500 event was won by Costa Rican surfer Carlos "Cali" Muñoz and Germany's Rachel Presti. Organizers say the Garabito Surf City PRO 2026 will carry a $25,000 prize purse and offer ranking points for competitors in the men's and women's divisions. For Playa Hermosa, the event adds another international credential to a beach already central to Costa Rica's surf identity. The area was named a World Surfing Reserve by Save The Waves Coalition, becoming the first site in Central America to receive that designation. The recognition highlights the beach's wave quality, surf culture, biodiversity and community-backed conservation efforts. Playa Hermosa has long been known for powerful beach breaks and consistent swell, making it a regular training ground for Costa Rican surfers and an important stop for international visitors. Its proximity to Jacó also gives the event access to hotels, restaurants, transportation and other tourism services in one of the country's busiest coastal corridors. The Costa Rican Tourism Board has described surfing as one of the activities that motivates foreign travel to the country. According to figures cited by the institution, more than 2.6 million tourists enter Costa Rica annually by air, and about 17% surf during visits to beaches on the Pacific or Caribbean coasts. For Garabito, the WSL return is also an economic play. Local officials have promoted major surf events as a way to attract visitors outside peak travel periods and support businesses tied to lodging, food, transportation and retail. The event also arrives as Costa Rica faces stronger regional competition for tourism. Surf-focused destinations in Central America, especially El Salvador, have invested heavily in international surf events as part of their tourism branding. Bringing the WSL back to Costa Rica gives the country a chance to reinforce its place as one of the region's original surf destinations. The Garabito Surf City PRO 2026 will be held August 13-16 at Playa Hermosa, with men's and women's QS 2000 competition scheduled as part of the World Surf League's Qualifying Series calendar. Refugees and asylum seekers now account for about 4.5% of Costa Rica's population, a sign of how deeply regional displacement has become part of... A day after Costa Rica carried out the largest police operation in its history, authorities have arrested three children of extradited drug suspect Edwin... Latin America will not arrive at Wimbledon without talent. It will arrive without a clear women's singles favorite. That is the more honest reading... Millionaire attorney Abelardo de la Espriella will govern Colombia aligned with the principles of a right wing that is regaining ground across the continent,... Costa Rica's push toward cleaner transportation is getting a new boost, as the Costa Rican Electricity Institute, known as ICE, announced a $4.6 million... For the better part of 2026, the story for anyone earning dollars in Costa Rica has been the same: the colón keeps getting stronger,... Costa Rica's government removed seven police directors from confidence posts on Monday after they did not pass polygraph tests tied to the administration's security... Costa Rica celebrates Father's Day today and anyone who spent August here will notice the difference immediately: the third Sunday of June arrives with... Costa Rican authorities have turned to Interpol to locate two women linked by investigators to the Riverside case, including the wife of extradited alleged...
World Surf League partners with SURF as the Official Dating App of the Lexus US Open of Surfing Presented by Pacifico. May 26, 2026, 08:00 ET HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - SURF, a dating app redefining modern dating, offering users community and interest based match potential directly within the app, will be partnering with the World Surf League (WSL) as the Official Dating App of the 2026 Lexus US Open of Surfing Presented by Pacifico. The nine-day surfing festival will take place July 25 - August 2 in Huntington Beach, California. The can't-miss summer event will create the perfect moment to introduce SURF to the surf community, and connect them with others who share an interest in surfing as a sport and lifestyle. "We're thrilled to partner with SURF at the Lexus US Open of Surfing to enhance the fan experience," said Nicole Metzger, WSL Chief Revenue Officer. "We're always looking at new and different ways to connect the global surfing community, and SURF brings us something new as our first official dating app of the US Open. It's exciting to see this unique partnership join us for one of surfing's biggest in-person events." "SURF is built to help people find someone who actually shares their lifestyle, not just their interests on paper," said Rob Long, CEO, SURF Dating. "With the World Surf League, we're applying a model we already know works - giving a highly aligned community the ability to find each other quickly, without the friction of traditional dating apps. When you remove the noise and focus on a shared lifestyle, better outcomes follow." SURF 's mission is to replace inefficient, swipe-based dating with something more intentional. The app uses bespoke filters free to all users, giving users authority to find exactly what they're looking for including interests like backpacking, festivals, pilates, and now a dedicated World Surf League affiliation so users can tag World Surf League on their profiles, which will instantly filter to see only others in that community. Surf is available for download globally on the Apple App Store. About SURF Founded in 2024, SURF is designed to help singles form real connections faster by bringing shared communities and real-world experiences to the forefront of modern dating. Built around a transparent, grid-style interface with human verification and advanced filtering, SURF allows users to discover like-minded singles based on interests, lifestyle, and cultural communities - without endless swiping or hidden paywalls. SURF is redefining how people meet by enabling community-based connection directly within the app, allowing users to find and connect with others around live events, fitness, and shared passions. Backed by strategic partners including Palm Tree Crew, Surf continues to push the category forward by prioritizing intentional, in-person connection. SURF is the official dating app partner of Palm Tree Music Festival, West Palm Beach and HYROX Americas, reinforcing its mission to turn shared experiences into meaningful real-life connections. About the WSL The World Surf League (WSL) is the global home of competitive surfing, crowning World Champions since 1976 and showcasing the world's best surfing. The WSL oversees surfing's global competitive landscape and sets the standard for elite performance in the most dynamic playing field in all of sports. With a firm commitment to its values, the WSL prioritizes the protection of the ocean, equality, and the sport's rich heritage, while championing progression and innovation. SOURCE Surf Dating
Surf Emporium SA Longboard Championships to host World Surf League Africa Longboard Qualifying Series. World Longboard Tour spots up for grabs. Monday, April 20, 2026 JEFFREYS BAY, Eastern Cape, South Africa (Monday, April 20, 2026) - The World Surf League Africa is excited to announce a one-day Longboard Qualifying Series (LQS) 1,000 at the Surf Emporium SA Longboard Championship in Jeffreys Bay on May 2, 2026. This is the only LQS event in the region and will award one male and one female a spot on the World Longboard Tour (WLT) for 2026. Surf Emporium, the iconic surf shop and surf school in Muizenberg, has come on board in a big way to support longboarding in South Africa. The Surf Emporium SA Longboard Championships is set to run from April 27 - May 2 at Lower Point in Jeffreys Bay, followed by the WSL LQS 1,000. "It's exciting to come on board for an event that centres local athletes and surfing on a global scale," said Samantha Redelinghuys, Surf Emporium CEO. "Sponsoring SA champs and the LQS in Jeffreys Bay means giving everyone, new and experienced, a place to be welcomed and celebrated for their hard work and spirit at one of the best surf spots in South Africa. We're looking forward to a week of surfing and celebrating all that our sport has to offer. Regardless of their outcome, everyone deserves a space to feel welcome and seen, and that is what we're all about." Steven Sawyer - WSL / Max Physick The LQS 1,000 will also award one male and one female with a spot on the WSL World Longboard Tour for 2026. South Africa has had great representation on the tour in the past with the likes of former World Longboard Champion Steven Sawyer, and multiple SA champions Crystal Sawyer, and Sam Christianson. "We are so excited to bring an LQS to a world class wave such as Lower Point in Jeffreys Bay, a town that holds such a rich surfing history," said Luqmaan Bruce, WSL Africa Tour Manager. "This is the best place to qualify for the World Longboard Tour and we're looking forward to an incredible day of surfing." Lower Point in Jeffreys Bay has hosted multiple competitions before, and the long, mellow right-hand point break is ideal for high-performance longboarding. "The South African Longboard Championships once again places our coastline on the national stage, but more importantly, it delivers real value to our local economy," said Kouga Executive Mayor, Hattingh Bornman. "Every visitor who comes to compete or support this event contributes to our restaurants, accommodation establishments, and small businesses. We are intentional about attracting events like this because they stimulate economic activity, support jobs, and position our region as a destination of choice. This is how we build a local economy that works for our people, by opening our doors, backing events that bring investment, and making Kouga a place where both tourism and talent can thrive. I wish all the competitors the very best for the championships. May the conditions be excellent, the competition fierce, and your time in Kouga both memorable and rewarding. We look forward to seeing outstanding performances in the water and sharing in the spirit of this incredible event." The competition will feature an incredibly deep field of experienced competitors. Jeffreys Bay local Steven Sawyer enters the event as the top seed, followed by Oliver Packham, Sam Christianson, and Guy Campbell. In the women's draw, Crystal Sawyer is the top seed followed by Cara Stubbs, Tarryn King and 2025 SA Champion Christy Gilmour. Press contacts. For non-urgent matters, please contact its Los Angeles office at: +1-310-450-1212
Boost Mobile continues as Official Telecommunications Partner of WSL APAC in 2026. Boost Mobile and World Surf League renew partnership across Australian events in 2026 - best daily performances during aussie leg to feature as 'Boost Mobile Heat of the Day'. Friday, March 20, 2026 COOLANGATTA, Queensland, Australia (Friday, March 20, 2026) - Boost Mobile has renewed its partnership with the World Surf League (WSL), further extending its commitment to the sport as the Official Telecommunications Partner in Australia for 2026. This renewal reinforces Boost Mobile's long-standing connection to surfing and the coastal communities that have shaped Australian youth culture. As the category partner, Boost will be integrated across all four major WSL events in the country, including Championship Tour stops in Victoria, Western Australia, and Queensland, as well as the Challenger Series event in Newcastle, NSW. Boost Mobile has been backing athletes, competitions and grassroots events since its launch more than 25 years ago. The 'Boost Mobile Heat of the Day' will continue in 2026 across all four events during the daily post-show broadcast and on WSL social media platforms. Boost Mobile will also feature exciting activations on the ground for many of the Australian events, including a rooftop viewing deck at Bells Beach and a skate ramp and rooftop DJ on the Gold Coast. "The WSL is grateful to continue our longstanding partnership with Boost Mobile in 2026," said WSL APAC President Andrew Stark. "Boost has supported professional surfing in Australia for more than two decades, and their continued presence at our major events across multiple states reflects a shared commitment to the strength of the sport. We value their support and look forward to working together during yet another incredible season." "Surfing is in the DNA of the Boost Mobile brand and reflects the lifestyle our customers live every day. From early morning surfs to road trips chasing waves, staying connected is part of the experience, and that's exactly what Boost Mobile delivers," said Bobby Geldens, CEO of Boost Mobile. "Boost Mobile is all about giving people the freedom to do more, whether that's streaming the latest heat from the beach, sharing a perfect wave with friends or following their favourite surfers around the world. Surf culture is built on connection, and we're proud to power that connection every day." "We're excited to be supporting the league and the athletes who inspire millions of surf fans around the world, and we can't wait to cheer on Boost Mobile ambassadors Jack Robinson and Sally Fitzgibbons during the season." About Boost Mobile Since humble beginnings in August 2000, World Surf League has become a leading youth mobile brand. World Surf League is here to give you more... The team at Boost Mobile is dedicated to putting its customers first. With access to the Full coverage of the Telstra Prepaid Mobile Network, World Surf League is working hard to bring you a great network, loads of data, no lock-in contracts, and great value. World Surf League is all about connecting you with the stuff you love. Whether it be driving, surfing, skating or riding, World Surf League back epic events and support everyone from rising talent to big names, so you get access to awesome content, behind-the-scenes moments and experiences that bring you closer to the action. Press contacts. For non-urgent matters, please contact its Los Angeles office at: +1-310-450-1212