The Sales & Business Development Department is responsible for generating revenue for the Green Bay Packers organization through the sale of corporate sponsorships.
The department is also responsible for managing the relationships with corporate partners.
Interns will be responsible for assisting the Sales & Business Development staff in day-to-day operations of the department. This includes but is not limited to client / partner relations, proposal research and development as well as category analysis and emerging trends.
One position is available located in the Green Bay Office
Timeframe: Full year: June 2023 – June 2024
*Official start/end date is subject to change by the Packers.
This is a paid internship and entails 40+ hours during the work week (Monday-Friday). Interns must be present in the office (internship cannot be completed remotely).
Interns may also be asked to work nights, holidays and weekends as needed.
Attendance is required for all applicable home games, training camp and marquee events (i.e. Family Night).
Job Responsibilities:
Prepare Sales & Business Development documents for clients. Examples may include: sales decks, client communications and supporting data/research.
Join Sales & Business development staff at select meetings with partners.
Assist with day-to-day Sales & Business Development administrative needs.
Assist with client hospitality on game days, training camp and special events.
Assist with the coordination of various Sales & Business Development activities during training camp, including, but not limited to client hospitality visits, sales presentations and real-time development of pitches and supporting details/data.
Assist with coordinating, planning, and developing case-studies and best practices to be used in future renewal and prospecting activities for the sales team.
Develop and identify new emerging categories, trends and opportunities for Packers business development team to seek out.
Conduct research and develop relevant data and narrative for current and prospective sponsorship prospects.
Assist with coordination and execution of Sales & Business Development game day elements.
Daily computer work, power point documents, spreadsheets, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree (junior status minimum) in related field.
Previous work experience in sports marketing and/or sports marketing events outside of classroom work required. Example: internship / volunteer time with a sports team or athletic dept.
Internship and/or part-time experience with other sports teams preferred.
Above average communication skills.
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Must be able to handle various projects at one time while performing at a very high level.
Ability and willingness to work non-traditional hours, within a team environment.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Ability to remain in a stationary position for periods of time.
Ability to focus on projects for periods of time.
Ability to reach, stoop, and lift on a frequent basis.
Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Operates in a professional office environment.
Role routinely uses standard office equipment.
SUPERVISES: This position has no supervisory responsibilities
SUPERVISED BY: Sales & Business Development staff
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
This job description has been approved by management. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing, and duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
