Corporate Partnerships Intern

D.C. United

Job Title: Corporate Partnerships Intern

Location: Washington, D.C.

Department: Corporate Partnerships

Reports To: Director of Partnerships

Duration: September 10th - December 5th Hours: 16-24 hours per week

About D.C. United:

D.C. United is a Major League Soccer (MLS) team based in Washington, D.C., with a rich history of success on and off the field. We are dedicated 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. 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the coordination and execution of partnership activations and events.

• Support the development and maintenance of partner-related materials, including presentations, proposals, and recaps.

• Conduct research on potential partners and industry trends to support partnership development.

• Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, ticketing, and operations, to ensure successful partnership fulfillment.

• Manage inventory and distribution of partnership assets, such as tickets, merchandise, and promotional items. • 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.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Sports Management, Marketing, Business, or a related field.

• 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.

Benefits:

• Gain valuable experience in the sports industry.

• Opportunity to work closely with professionals in sports marketing and sponsorship.

• Access to networking opportunities within the industry.

• Complimentary tickets to D.C. United home games.

• College credit (if applicable). Application Process:

Application Process: To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant work samples.

All candidates must complete a successful background check.

D.C. United is committed to uplifting our community, staff, and club. We are seeking
candidates to be a part of our journey in our quest for continued organizational growth
and another MLS Cup.

D.C. United will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable
accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform
critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please
contact us to request accommodation.

D.C. United is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). D.C. United reaffirms its
commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity. D.C. United is proud to
be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. D.C. United is
committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity,
ancestry, pregnancy, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age,
citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran
status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal,
state, and local laws. Employment decisions can include hiring, termination,
compensation, benefits, promotion, training selection, or other statuses or conditions of
employment. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skills,
knowledge, abilities, job performance, and other appropriate qualifications.