Summer Intern, Partner Solutions

2026 SPORTFIVE General Summer Internship Program (New York) – Partner Solutions Intern

SPORTFIVE is seeking to train and develop the future leaders of the sports marketing industry through its Summer Internship Program.

As part of the SPORTFIVE program, interns will have the opportunity to get a first-hand look inside the sports and entertainment world. Interns will work alongside leaders and colleagues to support a variety of projects within their assigned department, participate in special events and have the opportunity to build relationships across the company.

The Role

The internship is open to candidates from diverse backgrounds and all majors, but with a demonstrated interest in learning about the field of commercial sales. SPORTFIVE’s Partner Solutions team supports all of the Agency’s commercial sales functions and will develop well-researched and highly targeted sales pitches.

The intern can expect to gain practical hands-on experience by assisting with the daily functions of the department, in addition to participating in the Summer Internship group project. The job duties will entail, but not be limited to the following:

• Work with the Agency’s sports team/property clients and other similar organizations in the sale of commercial partnerships
• Conduct market research & competitive landscape analysis
• Identify and document specific potential connection points between a team/property (the seller) and a brand (the potential buyer)
• Translate data into actionable marketing concepts
• Prepare pages for inclusion in pitch documents
• Assist in the management of agency marketing materials including credentials and case studies

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the sports sponsorship landscape, effective communication and organizational skills, as well as experience working within Microsoft PowerPoint or other design-related platforms.

Program Details

• The program lasts 10 weeks starting on June 1, 2026 and ending in August 7, 2026
• Interns will source their own housing and transportation
• Internships in NYC are paid at an hourly rate of $17.00 per hour
• Internships are scheduled 8 hours per day Monday - Thursday (32 hours) or Monday - Friday (40 hours) plus events depending on the department
• Work is conducted onsite in New York City

Eligibility

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program, at a college, community college or university (2 or 4 year) OR
• Graduated from an accredited institution (as mentioned above) no earlier than July 2023.
• All fields of study are welcome
• You may apply to TWO internships only (via two separate applications)

How to Apply

• Click ‘Apply Now’ and complete the application. 
• Attach your resume
• Include a cover letter that describes yourself, your goals for the internship and why you have selected this department
• (Optional) Include your best (short 1-2 page) writing sample from any college course
• Deadline to apply: Friday, March 27th

About SPORTFIVE

SPORTFIVE utilizes the unique emotional power of sports to create and enable pioneering partnerships in sports. By delivering responsible commercialization, full-service solutions and long-term value for all stakeholders in sports, SPORTFIVE strategically and creatively connects brands, rightsholders, media platforms and fans by leveraging a global network paired with decades of experience and entrepreneurial spirit. As a market leader with customer centricity and vast data intelligence at its core, SPORTFIVE leads the sports business into the future through its digital solutions and aims to be the most progressive and respected partner in sports.  

SPORTFIVE operates as an international sports business and marketing agency with a global mindset and network of over 1,200 local experts based in 15 countries active in football, golf, e-sports, motorsport, handball, tennis, American football and many more.