Sponsorship/Partnership Internship

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Sponsorships, Partnerships, and Activation Intern will support the Milwaukee Milkmen's corporate partnerships team throughout the baseball season. This role provides hands-on experience in sponsorship activation, client services, and event execution. The intern will assist with on-site sponsor-related elements during game days, including live partner activations, promotions, VIP coordination, and asset verification, while contributing to non-game day planning and support. The ideal candidate is a proactive communicator, detail-oriented, enthusiastic about live sports and marketing, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays is required.

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist the Partnerships & Activation team in preparing and executing sponsor activations during Milwaukee Milkmen home games.

• Support the coordination of on-site marketing activations such as tabling, signage visibility, product sampling, and hospitality elements.

• Serve as a liaison to partners on game day, helping with setup and breakdown, and ensuring all elements are delivered according to sponsorship agreements.

• Coordinate Partner experiences including ceremonial first pitches, on-field recognitions, and premium seating or hospitality logistics.

• Capture photos and document execution of all contracted sponsor assets (signage, activations, in-game mentions, digital displays, etc.) for proof-of-performance reports.

• Aid in managing game day logistics including credential distribution, hospitality suite setup, and on-field promotions related to partnerships.

• Assist with organization of sponsorship inventory and activation materials.

• Provide additional support across non-game day events and sponsorship planning as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Current enrollment in a college/university program with a focus in Sport Management, Marketing, Communications, Business, Hospitality, or related field.

• Passion for sports, marketing, events, and fan engagement.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with corporate partners and fans.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Comfortable using technology and open to learning tools used for sponsor tracking and event execution.

• Must be eligible to receive academic credit or be supervised by an academic advisor from an accredited institution (negotiable).

OTHER INFORMATION

• Internship runs from May through September, depending on postseason play and academic availability.

• Interns must be available to work all Milwaukee Milkmen home games, including nights and weekends.