Sales, Marketing & Mascot Internship
Organization: New Mexico Chupacabras (Indoor Football League)
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Type: Internship (Unpaid)
Duration: Seasonal / Semester-based (flexible with school schedules)
About the New Mexico Chupacabras
The New Mexico Chupacabras are Albuquerque’s newest professional indoor football franchise, dedicated to delivering exciting game-day experiences, community impact, and fan engagement across New Mexico. We are building a premier franchise that reflects our state’s culture and passion for sports, while providing real-world opportunities for young professionals to grow in the sports industry.
Position Overview
The Sales, Marketing & Mascot Internship is designed for students and young professionals interested in sports business, fan engagement, and entertainment performance. Interns will gain hands-on experience in sales outreach, marketing campaigns, game-day operations, community engagement, and mascot performance. This is an unpaid internship with opportunities for college credit.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Marketing
- Assist in developing and executing sponsorship and partnership outreach.
- Support ticket sales initiatives including group, season, and promotional sales.
- Create and help deliver marketing campaigns, social media content, and fan engagement strategies.
- Assist in preparing sales decks, proposals, and activation reports for sponsors.
- Conduct market research on target demographics, competitors, and potential partners.
- Participate in community outreach events, school visits, and promotional activations.
Mascot Performance
- Serve as a team mascot performer at home games, appearances, and community events.
- Engage fans of all ages with high energy, creativity, and professionalism.
- Work with the marketing and operations team to develop mascot skits, promotions, and in-game entertainment.
- Assist in prop/costume maintenance and mascot logistics.
- Represent the team with a positive and family-friendly attitude at all times.
Qualifications
- Current college student or recent graduate in Business, Marketing, Sports Management, Communications, or related field.
- Outgoing personality with strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Comfortable with public speaking, community interaction, and performance.
- High energy level and willingness to perform in a mascot costume for extended periods.
- Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and game days.
- Passion for sports, entertainment, and community engagement.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience in sports sales, marketing, and event operations.
- Performance and entertainment training in a professional sports setting.
- Mentorship from front office staff and direct work with the General Manager.
- Networking opportunities with business leaders, sponsors, and sports professionals.
- School credit (if applicable).
- Game day access and behind-the-scenes experience with the New Mexico Chupacabras.
