Zawyer Sports Charlotte is looking for a motivated, organized, and enthusiastic Corporate Partnerships Intern to join our team for the 2026–27 hockey season. 

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in professional sports while working directly with the Corporate Partnerships department. You'll assist with servicing nationally and locally recognized brands, measuring sponsorship performance, supporting game-day activations, and contributing to the growth of Zawyer Sports Charlotte with both the Checkers and the Crown.

This is more than an observational internship - you'll play an active role in the execution of corporate partnerships while gaining valuable experience in sports marketing, sponsorship sales, data analysis, and event operations. 

As a Corporate Partnerships Intern, you'll gain exposure to every aspect of the department by assisting with projects including: 

·       Track and report sponsor fulfillment across digital, social media, and in-arena assets

·       Assist in creative ideation and planning for sponsor content and events

·       Create sponsorship recap materials by collecting photos, videos, and performance metrics 

·       Clip game footage showcasing sponsored elements for partner recap reports 

·       Organize and maintain sponsorship photography and digital assets 

·       Assist with game-day preparation and execution of sponsor activations 

·       Research and prospect potential corporate partners 

·       Assist the Corporate Partnerships team with special projects, presentations, and department initiatives 

·       Help maintain accurate sponsorship tracking and reporting throughout the season 

·       Enrolled undergraduate, graduate-level student, or postgraduate with a 4-year degree 

·       Strong creative, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills 

·       Proficient in Microsoft Office programs 

·       Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends 

·       Ability to stand or sit for extended periods 

·       Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds 

·       September 2026 - April 2027 

·       Approximately 12-24 hours per week (flexible based on class schedule) 

·       Availability for Charlotte Checkers home games, including evenings and weekends 

·       Ability to work from the front office one – two days per week (flexible) 

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.