Internship: Corporate Partnership Intern
D.C. United
Internship
On-site
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Internship, Sponsorship & Corporate Partnerships, Professional Soccer
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D.C. United is a Major League Soccer (MLS) team based in Washington, D.C., with a rich history of success both on and off the field. We are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and community engagement. As a member of our team, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of one of the most storied franchises in American soccer.
Position Overview:
D.C. United is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Corporate Partnerships Intern to assist our Corporate Partnerships team for the Fall semester of the 2025 season. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sports marketing, sponsorships, and relationship management. The ideal candidate will be passionate about sports, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to the success of D.C. United's corporate partnerships.
Position Overview:
D.C. United is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Corporate Partnerships Intern to assist our Corporate Partnerships team for the Fall semester of the 2025 season. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sports marketing, sponsorships, and relationship management. The ideal candidate will be passionate about sports, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to the success of D.C. United's corporate partnerships.
This internship will follow a hybrid schedule aligned with the DCU Full Time Staffing schedule. In-person work at the D.C. United Offices at Audi Field will be required on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The other days, excluding game days or events, will be virtual. To be considered for this position, the ability to work matches on-site is necessary.
Compensation
This is an unpaid internship. Candidates must be earning course credit at an accredited college or university to qualify.
Key Responsibilities
- Help coordinate and run partnership activations and events
- Support the development and maintenance of partnerrelated materials, including presentations, proposal and recaps
- Research potential partners and industry trends to support partnership development
- Collaborate with internal teams including marketing, ticketing, and operations to ensure successful partnership fulfillment
- Assist in tracking and reporting partnership deliverables to ensure all obligations are met
- Provide general administrative support to the Corporate Partnerships team including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and maintaining records
Requirements
- Eligible to receive college credit for the internship
- Dedicate no more than 25 hours per week to the internship from May 2025 through August 2025
- Available to work on match days (including weekends)
- Work may require occasional weekend or evening work
- All candidates are required to pass a background check
Qualifications:
- Must be able to receive college credit
Strong interest in sports, particularly soccer.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Knowledge of Photoshop is preferred.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
Previous experience in sports marketing or corporate partnerships is a plus, but not required. - The selected candidate must pass a background check.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant work samples.
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant work samples.
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