Sales Intern

Speedway Motorsports•Lebanon, TN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Corporate Sales & Hospitality Intern will support corporate partnerships, hospitality operations, and premium guest experiences before, during, and after race and track rental events. This role focuses on executing hospitality logistics, supporting corporate sales initiatives, and ensuring seamless experience for partners, clients, and guests. This internship provides hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced sports and event environment, offering opportunities to develop new skills and make a meaningful contribution to the NSS team across multiple high‑impact projects. Work hours and focus areas are flexible based on availability, skills, and interests. The ideal candidate will adopt a GLOBE mentality. GLOBE stands for Generously Lending Our Best Efforts. This is done by holding themselves and their teammates accountable for taking our best practices “the last mile” – optimizing them for maximum value to all of our stakeholders while sharing insights on how to improve our company. The ideal candidate will also be a productive and proactive self-starter who is passionate about his/her duties and willing to put forth the extra effort in pursuit of achieving excellence. A commitment of approximately 20 hours per week for a minimum of seven weeks is preferred, with some availability on Saturdays and Sundays. Participation during NASCAR race week and weekend (May 29–31, 2026), including a commitment of 20+ hours, is a required component of this internship program. Additionally, there may be an opportunity to extend the internship to support the NTT INDYCAR SERIES race week and weekend (July 18–19, 2026), contingent upon staffing needs and workload demands.

Requirements

Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and telephone)
Self‑motivated individual who proactively seeks additional responsibilities upon project completion
Strong hospitality and customer service skills with a willingness to assist wherever needed
Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail
High level of professionalism and dependability; ability to represent NSS positively at all times
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Canva and/or CAD experience is a plus
Positive attitude: work hard, stay flexible, and enjoy the experience
Ability to work both in an office setting and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 20 pounds
Valid driver’s license required (Motor Vehicle Record check required)
Ability to use a personal vehicle for local pickups or deliveries, approved mileage and travel expenses will be reimbursed

Nice To Haves

Canva and/or CAD experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Support Corporate sales hospitality programs across all race events and track rental events
Assist with pre‑event, event‑day, and post‑event logistics for all hospitality areas, including suites, club spaces, and sponsor areas
Assist with pre‑event, event‑day, and post‑event logistics for the fan zone area
Prepare and organize event materials, hospitality credentials, signage, and client resources
Assist in the creation, organization, and distribution of training materials for hospitality staff and volunteers
Support volunteer coordination and logistics, including scheduling and on‑site needs
Assist Corporate sales staff with client communications and on‑site hosting responsibilities
Support premium guest check‑in, wayfinding, and hospitality operations during race weekends
Work closely with the Marketing department to ensure sponsor social media posts and graphic requests are executed in accordance with contractual obligations
Track hospitality details, guest feedback, and post‑event follow‑up items
Assist with tracking sponsorship inclusion across digital platforms, social media, and venue signage
Provide hands‑on, on‑site support to ensure a high‑level experience for partners and guests
Assist clients with hospitality‑related needs, including general questions, ticketing, premium experiences, fan zone displays, etc.
When needed, the Corporate Sales & Hospitality Intern will assist the Administrative Intern with administrative tasks, logistical coordination, and operational support during race weekends