Little League® International of Williamsport, Pennsylvania, is seeking qualified rising juniors or seniors (preferred) to join the Sponsorship/Marketing team to assist with the development and implementation of strategy around the Little League World Series at the Little League International Headquarters. The internship will run from approximately mid-May through August and is subject to availability as candidates must be available to work during the 2026 Little League Baseball® World Series in August. The hours typically follow normal business hours, Monday – Friday, and earns $18 per hour for up to 35 hours per week. Acceptance into the internship is contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks. The preferred fields of study include Marketing, Sports Marketing, Sports Management, Business Management, Public Relations, or related fields. ABOUT LITTLE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL Located in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania, we are the administrative and operational headquarters for Little League Baseball and Softball, the leading nonprofit youth sports organization with 80+ years of history supporting youth baseball and softball. Little League is played in approximately 6,500 communities across more than 80 countries around the world. We believe in the power of youth baseball and softball to teach life lessons that build stronger individuals and communities. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SPONSORSHIP AND MARKETING INTERN AT LITTLE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL Our internship program provides a hands-on learning experience with one of the world’s most visible sporting events – the Little League Baseball and Softball World Series. Interns also have the opportunity to work with major brands in the sports marketing industry, including adidas, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Major League Baseball, T-Mobile and others.
The Sponsorship & Marketing Intern will collaborate with the Sponsorship/Marketing team to support client relationship management, brand strategy implementation, asset fulfillment, and event activation. This role plays an integral part in delivering sponsor commitments during the Little League Baseball and Softball World Series, as well as at Regional and Divisional World Series events throughout the summer. The position may also include projects with the Licensing and Merchandising departments. DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:
· Providing hands-on event management support from June through August
· Managing and tracking sponsor deliverables
· Executing social and digital initiatives, evaluating performance against benchmarks and compiling recap metrics
· Assisting with the preparation of sponsorship and marketing materials for Regional and Divisional tournaments
· Supporting national partner programming, from local league levels through the Little League World Series International Tournament
· Contributing to marketing, licensing, and merchandising projects as needed
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A SPONSORSHIP AND MARKETING INTERN:
· Undergraduate junior or senior (preferred) majoring in preferred fields of study including Marketing, Sports Marketing, Sports Management, Business Management, or related field.
· Ability to lead projects and work independently, while demonstrating strong teamwork skills
· Strong customer service skills – complete all tasks effectively while engaging with other staff, fans, and clients in a respectful manner
· Excellent organizational skills to meet deadlines and reach department objectives
· Familiarity with baseball/softball (basic rules/gameplay, game play, noteworthy events, etc.)
· Proficient computer skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, etc.). Knowledge of Adobe Suite is a plus
· Availability from late May to the end of August, including some nights and weekends. Candidates should be prepared to share their return to school date if selected for an interview.
DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE STARTS HERE – ALL ARE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED TO APPLY! We are dedicated to providing a diverse, accepting, and supportive work environment that holds all employees to the highest standards of conduct, integrity, inclusiveness, respect, and engagement. We strive to transform our organization into a place where employees work, thrive, and grow while supporting our collective and individual successes.
Little League International is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome underrepresented minorities to apply!