Winter Intern - Business Development & Partnerships

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

Term: April 15 – September 15

Location: Sandy, UT/Salt Lake City, UT | On-site

Hours: 40 hours/week

JOB SUMMARY:

This internship provides the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that drive revenue growth, partnership innovation, and premium fan experiences. The ideal candidate is organized, creative, detail-oriented, and eager to learn, with strong communication skills, and a team-first mindset.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Management & Operations
• Assist with the daily operations of the Business Development Operations teams.
• Assist with project tracking and organization using internal project management tools such as Asana to ensure timely execution of partnership initiatives.
• Assist in streamlining internal workflows, documentation, and cross-functional communication.
• Help manage timelines, deliverables, and approvals across departments.
• Maintain organization of assets, documents, decks, and project materials.

Creative Development & Pitch Support
• Aid in creative ideation and brainstorming of innovative partnership opportunities and marketing strategies.
• Assist in the development of pitch decks, presentations, creative briefs, and experiential mockups using PowerPoint, Google Slides, Canva, and other tools.
• Support asset development and the maintenance of an up-to-date partnership inventory.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Operations teams to develop high-quality client-facing materials.
• Assist in building experiential mockups and pitch environments.

Marketing & Event Support
• Assist with marketing-related initiatives including sales campaigns, events, and promotional activations.
• Support the planning, setup, execution, and breakdown of sales events, networking functions, premium experiences, and golf tournaments.
• Assist with on-site event coordination and client hospitality as needed.

Team & Culture
• Jump in wherever needed to help the team succeed and exemplify a strong team-player mindset.
• Take ownership of assignments with positivity, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Bring fresh energy, ideas, and a team-first mindset.
• Represent organizational mission, values, and culture with professionalism.
• Protect the legal, financial, and ethical well-being of the organization.
• Accept other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:
• Team Mentality - Thrives in a collaborative environment and supports team success.
• Adaptability - Comfortable in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Creative Problem-Solving - Brings fresh ideas, innovative thinking, and curiosity.
• Project Management - Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Communication - Clear, professional verbal and written communication.
• Detail-Oriented - High attention to accuracy, deadlines, and quality.
• Relationship Building - Ability to build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Professionalism - Maintains professional composure in all environments.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or recent graduate (business, marketing, communications, sports management, or related field preferred).
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and presentation tools (PowerPoint, Google Slides, Canva).
• Ability to work a non-traditional schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by sports and entertainment events.
• Willingness to provide own transportation for event-related responsibilities.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background screening.
• Experience with CRM platforms (Salesforce, HubSpot) and project management tools (Asana, Monday.com) is a plus.
• Basic design or creative skills (Canva, DIGIDeck) preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to work in an office and event-based environment.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb stairs for extended periods.
• Ability to assist with event setup, flow, and takedown.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.