Intern, Corporate Partnerships Sales

Oklahoma City Thunder•Oklahoma City, OK

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This semester-long internship invites you to apply your classroom learning in a collaborative corporate partnership sales and activation setting. As the Intern, Corporate Partnerships Sales, you will help organize sponsorship assets and support brand development efforts. Spring internships begin January 2026. Our internship program offers practical experience in a professional setting, along with optional activities such as resume review, development workshops, and hands-on learning to strengthen your skills in advertising and sports sponsorships. Interns also enjoy perks like paid downtown parking and tickets to a home game during the season! In this role you will: Research emerging categories in sports partnerships and provide the partnership sales team with contacts and information to support go-to-market strategies Work closely with the partnership sales team to develop timely prospect and client proposals Assist in organizing and driving all aspects of the corporate partnership sales process including proposal and presentation writing Analyze third-party and internal research to create detailed category reports that identify local, regional, national, and global brand opportunities Conduct research to assist the sales team in proposal development Participate in department brainstorming sessions to develop comprehensive marketing platforms for prospective partners Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Presently enrolled in an accredited college or university with junior or senior level standing and approved by your school to receive course credit for the internship
Ability to work independently or on a team, while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and manage time effectively
A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are necessary for occasional local travel.
Physical demands include the ability to climb and lift items up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Students pursuing a degree in marketing or related field preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook is a plus

Responsibilities

Research emerging categories in sports partnerships and provide the partnership sales team with contacts and information to support go-to-market strategies
Work closely with the partnership sales team to develop timely prospect and client proposals
Assist in organizing and driving all aspects of the corporate partnership sales process including proposal and presentation writing
Analyze third-party and internal research to create detailed category reports that identify local, regional, national, and global brand opportunities
Conduct research to assist the sales team in proposal development
Participate in department brainstorming sessions to develop comprehensive marketing platforms for prospective partners
Perform other duties as assigned