Corporate Partnerships Activation Intern
- Gain an understanding of how corporate sponsorships are sold, activated, and fulfilled
- Learn how sponsorship contract language translates into physical and digital assets
- Observe and support live event operations and sponsor activation execution
- Develop professional skills in organization, communication, and data management
- Gain exposure to sponsorship sales, activation planning, and renewal strategy
- Assist with gameday sponsorship activation under the supervision of full‑time staff
- Support client load‑in and load‑out, including branded assets and activation elements
- Assist with set‑up and breakdown of sponsor signage and activation areas
- Capture POP (Proof of Performance) photos for sponsorship reporting
- Observe and support live event workflows related to sponsor activation and fulfillment
- Assist with asset trafficking, including static signage, digital/TV assets, and in‑venue placements
- Support the translation of sponsorship contract language into individual assets within the organization’s inventory and fulfillment systems, under staff supervision
- Learn how sponsorship assets are tracked, fulfilled, and reported
- Assist with internal fulfillment documentation and quality control reviews
- Assist in compiling post‑event recap materials for corporate partners
- Support the development of proposal and renewal support decks
- Learn how fulfillment data, visuals, and storytelling are used in partner reporting and retention
- Conduct sponsorship research and prospecting using tools such as SponsorUnited
- Assist in organizing prospect lists and research insights
- Shadow sponsorship sales meetings and activation planning calls, including post‑call debriefs to review objectives, strategy, and outcomes
- Assist with data tracking and organization related to sponsorship fulfillment
- Observe and support updates within SponsorCX or other partnership management platforms
- Learn best practices for maintaining accurate and organized partnership records.
- Participate in resume development and career readiness workshops
- Attend guest speaker sessions with sports industry professionals
- Receive interview preparation and career guidance
- Participate in regular check‑ins with supervising staff to review learning progress and objectives
- The intern will report directly to the Activation Manager
- All responsibilities will be completed under close supervision
- The intern will not replace or displace paid employees
- The internship is limited in duration to the period in which it provides beneficial learning
- There is no expectation of compensation or employment following the conclusion of the internship
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program (sports management, marketing, business, or related field)
- Eligible to receive college credit
- Strong interest in sports marketing, sponsorship, or corporate partnerships
- Organized, detail‑oriented, and eager to learn in a fast‑paced, event‑driven environment
- Availability to participate in home matchdays, key events, and office hours in Leesburg VA.
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