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.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.