Marketing & Tournament Services Internship

BallenIsles Country Club•Elgin, SC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Eventive Sports, located in Elgin, SC, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Part-Time, Seasonal Marketing & Tournament Services Internship! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management. The Colonial Life Charity Classic is accepting applications for the 2027 internship program. Our internships provide a unique opportunity to work as part of a team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment while gaining experience and exposure to professional tournament golf and event management. The Colonial Life Charity Classic will be held May 20-23, 2027, and is managed by Eventive Sports Properties, a Troon Company, which is a nationwide sports management company based in Birmingham, AL. About the Colonial Life Charity Classic The Colonial Life Charity Classic (CLCC) is an annual Korn Ferry Tour event held at The Woodcreek Club in Columbia, SC. Following a successful inaugural tournament in 2026, the event is poised for continued growth as it establishes itself as one of the Midlands’ signature annual sporting events. Each year, the tournament welcomes professional golfers, corporate partners, and thousands of fans from across the region, generating meaningful economic impact while showcasing Columbia on a national stage. At the heart of the tournament is a commitment to the community. More than 350 volunteers help bring the Colonial Life Charity Classic to life each year, creating an unforgettable experience for players, spectators, sponsors, and guests alike. The tournament proudly benefits United Way of the Midlands, whose mission is to break the cycle of poverty by investing in health, education, financial stability, and essential community resources. Position Overview Colonial Life Charity Classic interns will work alongside full-time staff on many aspects of the event. The ideal candidate will possess strong written and oral communication skills, the ability to work independently on multiple projects, and a willingness to go above and beyond for tournament stakeholders. Interns will be asked to take ownership of key projects and will gain strong professional experience. This internship is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in sports management, sales, marketing, business, hospitality, public relations, graphic design, social media, event management, or related field.

Requirements

This internship is intended for students seeking academic credit through their college or university
Must be 18+ years old
Valid Driver's License
Reliable vehicle
Detail-oriented, able to handle multiple projects
Flexibility, punctuality, and willingness to work evenings, long hours, and weekends
Excellent communication and customer service skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Office and familiarity with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite is preferred, however not required
Experience with social media platforms and digital marketing is a plus
Experience with Salesforce is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist in managing the tournament Pro-Am from registration through event execution.
Coordinate participant registration, team rosters, handicaps, pairings, and player communications.
Prepare registration materials, gift packages, credentials, and participant information.
Support the Pro-Am Pairings Party, registration process, and on-course operations.
Coordinate with PGA TOUR staff, volunteers, sponsors, and vendors to ensure a seamless participant experience.
Assist with post-event reporting and participant follow-up.
Support planning and execution of tournament events including sponsor receptions, volunteer appreciation events, hospitality functions, media events, trophy ceremony and the Pro-Am Pairings Party.
Coordinate event logistics, guest lists, registration, and on-site operations.
Assist with setup, execution, and post-event breakdown.
Assist with fulfilling sponsor benefits and contractual assets.
Coordinate hospitality experiences for sponsors and VIP guests.
Support sponsor activations, branding, and on-site hospitality operations.
Conduct sponsor walkthroughs to ensure all contractual obligations are executed successfully.
Assist with sponsor relations throughout the tournament week.
Coordinate the fulfillment and distribution of tournament tickets, parking passes, credentials, and hospitality wristbands.
Prepare ticket packages for sponsors, partners, and special guests.
Maintain accurate credential inventories and distribution records.
Provide customer service and resolve fulfillment questions before and during tournament week.
Support execution of tournament marketing campaigns across digital, print, email, and community channels.
Assist with media materials, promotional initiatives, and event communications.
Conduct market research and help identify opportunities to increase community awareness and attendance
Assist in planning, creating, and scheduling content across tournament social media platforms.
Capture photos and videos at community events and tournament activities.
Monitor engagement and support audience interaction.
Help execute social media campaigns to increase brand awareness, ticket sales, and community engagement.
Assist with updating tournament website content, event information, sponsor recognition, and ticketing information.
Review website content for accuracy and consistency.
Support digital marketing efforts that drive traffic and ticket purchases.
Design marketing materials including social graphics, flyers, email graphics, signage, digital advertisements, and promotional collateral.
Maintain brand consistency across all marketing assets.
Assist with sponsor recognition graphics and tournament communications.
Represent the tournament at community events, chamber functions, festivals, and partner activations.
Assist with promotional appearances and grassroots marketing initiatives.
Coordinate event materials, giveaways, and promotional displays.
Help build awareness of the tournament throughout the Midlands.