Overview:

The Corporate Partnerships Intern assists and supports the activation team, as well as the corporate sales team in all aspects of corporate partnership deliverables including client service and correspondence, event support and other department duties as assigned that will provide value to our partners and fans. This individual will support all members of the Corporate Partnership department while gaining insights and experiences into the operations of a professional sports organization and experience in a corporate sales and service environment. This position assists in growing sales revenues, managing high profile accounts, executing events, and assuring a quality experience for our partners.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assist the Corporate Partnership team with daily tasks under supervision of Manager of Partnership Activation and Senior Director of Partnership Activation
Research key corporate partnership prospects and assist with proposal presentations for new business and renewals
Assist in organizing and executing Corporate Partnership activities and events (Examples: Black & Gold 10K, Partner Networking Events, etc.)

Prepare post-match reports for the 2024 season and collect, manage, and input materials, photos, data, and files relevant to activations in Trak Software

Attend and participate in weekly departmental sales and activation meetings and participate in external client meetings
Maintain awareness of sponsorship/market trends and knowledge relative to what Columbus Crew corporate partners and their like competitors are executing in other markets and/or professional leagues
All other duties as assigned

Matchday Responsibilities:

Act as representatives of Columbus Crew at all home matches, engaging with fans & clients
Assist with the distribution of partner deliverables on matchday.
Track brand awareness deliverables for Corporate Partners.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Local to the Columbus, OH area and available to work as a full season intern for the Club (February-December)
Strong written and oral communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel PowerPoint)
Eager to learn the business of sports and ability to think outside the box
Ability to work well independently within a team and results oriented environment
Excellent time-management and organizational skills
Ability to work weekends, nights and holidays as dictated by events or requirements
Ability to work in-person and have reliable form of transportation
Desire to take on a variety of projects and continually learn

Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism