Sports Business Development Internship
Goldwater Enterprises is a startup sports & entertainment consultancy serving brands & properties. As we expand our network of brand and property partners, we’re seeking a driven and enthusiastic intern to join our team during the Fall/Winter of 2025. This pivotal role will play a vital part in supporting our growth initiatives as we launch new projects in the back half of 2025.
Qualifications:
- Must be a rising junior, senior, or recent college graduate.
- General understanding of the partnership space, overall business, and the value of partnerships within the sports & entertainment industry.
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, handle multiple tasks, and thrive in a fast-paced setting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to cultivate strong relationships with external stakeholders.
- Proactive approach to projects and a willingness to adapt to a dynamic workload.
- Interest in pursuing a career in marketing, sales, sponsorship, hospitality, or related fields.
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Job Description:
What You’ll Do:
- Implement Partnership Strategies: Provide day-to-day support in executing partnership strategies on behalf of our partners. This includes assisting with research, communication, and coordination efforts.
- Administrative Support: Assist the team with administrative and organizational tasks to ensure smooth operation of partnership activities. This may involve scheduling meetings, organizing documents, and managing correspondence.
- Event Support: Travel to on-site events as needed to support business development functions. Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure successful execution of partner programming.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with external stakeholder teams including marketing, design, production, content development, and sales to support partner initiatives. Act as a liaison between teams to facilitate seamless execution of partner activations.
- Creative Input: Provide suggestions and ideas for key partner & prospective partner activations, drawing upon industry knowledge and creative thinking to enhance partnerships.
- Career Development: Demonstrate a desire to learn and grow within the field of partnership sales & marketing. Take initiative in pursuing opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
- Attention to Detail: Exhibit a high level of organizational skills and attention to detail in all aspects of work. Approach tasks with a “no job is too small” attitude, ensuring all tasks are completed to the highest standard.
Benefits:
- Gain hands-on experience in partnership marketing within a dynamic startup environment.
- Opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals and mentors.
- Exposure to various aspects of business development, event management, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Potential for future employment opportunities based on performance.
How to Apply: To apply for the Intern position, please submit your resume and a brief note outlining your qualifications and interest in the role to careers@goldwaterenterprises.com. Please include “Fall Intern Application” in the subject line.