Greensboro Gargoyles
Greensboro Gargoyles Partnership Marketing and Activation Internship 2026-2027 Season
Greensboro Groove - Intern
Greensboro · NC
Corporate Partnerships · Marketing · Unpaid Internship
1
6
hours ago
The Gargoyles are seeking a creative, motivated, and passionate Partnership Marketing and Activation Intern for the 2026-27 season. This hands-on opportunity provides valuable experience within a premier ECHL hockey organization and is ideal for students or recent graduates looking to build a portfolio in sports marketing or sports media. All applications will be kept on file until the start of the internship program for which candidates apply.
Timeline: September 2026 – April 2027 (or at the completion of Playoffs)
Timeline: September 2026 – April 2027 (or at the completion of Playoffs)
Position Overview
The Partnership Marketing and Activation Intern will work closely with the Corporate Partnership team to execute and maintain sponsorships. This role will assist in executing contracts, documenting proof of performance material, and organizing assets from partners.
From game nights to player and mascot appearances, this internship offers a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience in sports marketing and corporate partnerships.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Experience in sports marketing, graphic design, photography, videography, and/or digital media
- Proficiency in Excel and Photoshop is a plus
- Excellent attention to detail and creative storytelling abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects
- Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
- A positive attitude and willingness to collaborate as part of a team
As a Partnership Marketing and Activation Intern, Your Responsibilities May Include:
- Executing game day activations
- Documenting and organizing proof of performance photos and videos
- Assisting in the creation of proof of performance decks for sponsors
- Collaborating with creative team to create assets and videos related to executing contracts
- Monitoring the status of activations and help ensure all elements are aligned with Gargoyles and partner brands
- Assisting with dasher board artwork and installation
- Other duties as assigned
Internship Requirements:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Photography, Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, Video Production, or a related field
- Housing and transportation in Greensboro or surrounding area
- Availability to work home games, select road games, and designated office hours
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent creative software
- Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality creative standards
- Personal camera equipment and/or laptop preferred but not required
Compensation:
This is a non-paid internship. School credit may be earned if applicable.
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.
Job Questions:
Are you located in the Greensboro area?
Are you available to work all home games? Including, nights, weekends, and holidays?
Will the internship be used for college credits? If so, how many hours are needed?
Acknowledgement that this is an unpaid internship.
