Summer Intern - Group Partnership Strategy

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Player 15 Group Partnership Strategy & Service Intern to join our team. In this high-impact role, you will provide high-value support to partnership activations by assisting team members with managing activations and promotions during home games and supporting Strategy & Service representatives with account-specific needs. This role offers direct experience in client service, event execution, and cross-department collaboration, fostering a deeper understanding of partnership strategy and the skills needed to succeed in future roles.

Your role on the team:
• Execute partnership activations on game days across the Suns, Valley Suns, and Mercury, owning client hospitality, in-arena elements, and promotional prizing from setup through delivery
• Drive pre- and post-gameday operations, including game prep, partner photo tagging, and digital signage tracking and reporting - the details that keep a partnership running
• Assist on drive-to-retail and enter-to-win promotions, mascot appearances, and surprise & delight moments, gaining direct experience in how partner requests are built and delivered
• Shadow Partnership Strategy & Service representatives across the Suns and Valley Suns and apply a structured partnership framework to a real portfolio of accounts - from prep through delivery through follow-up
• Work cross-functionally with internal departments and third-party vendors on high-profile partner and department events, including player appearances, Fantasy Camps, B2B events, and VIP gameday experiences
• Build fluency across the full partnership lifecycle, from prospecting through renewal, through a workshop series led by GPS strategists
• Own and deliver an individual Capstone Project - stepping into a Partnership Strategy & Service role to build a real partnership recommendation and present it directly to GPS leadership
• Represent Player 15 Group professionally in all partner-facing interactions, with reliable attendance across office hours, home games, and assigned events
• Perform other duties as assigned (5–10%)

Your Skills and Experience:
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and shifting demands
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned work
• Dependable and detail-oriented, with strong follow-through
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong customer service instincts and professionalism in partner-facing interactions
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to problem-solve on the fly
• Clear, confident verbal and written communication skills
• Availability to work all home games, including evenings and weekends

Experience/ Education Requirements:
• Enrolled in or have completed a BA/BS program, preferably in Sports Business, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

The Team & Experience

We believe great organizations are built by great people. That's why we foster an in-person collaborative, people-first work environment where team members feel supported, empowered, and connected. We value individuals who bring an ownership mindset, lead with initiative, and embrace an ''I'll do it'' mentality in support of the team and our fans.

From career growth opportunities to everyday experiences around the office, we work hard to create an environment where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

At Player 15 Group, our people-first culture is reflected in benefits and perks that may vary based on employment status and eligibility, including the following:
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage options
• Paid vacation, sick time, volunteer time and company holidays
• 401(k) plan with Player 15 Group match
• Team member experiences throughout the year including team offsites, catered lunches, coffee stands, ice cream trucks and more
• Team swag throughout the year plus employee discounts at our Team Shop and online store
• Complimentary tickets to Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, and Valley Suns games, plus other local sporting events and concerts, as available
• Access to amenities, including:
• Full fitness center with locker rooms and showers
• Indoor/outdoor basketball courts
• Pickleball court
• Golf simulator and putting green
• On-site cafeteria and collaborative gathering spaces

Player 15 Group is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Please note this job description is not crafted to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Questions? Reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@suns.com