What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Internship - Various Locations position at Blueprint Sports?
About Blueprint Sports: Since 2021, Blueprint Sports Agency has raised and paid out over $100M to NCAA student-athletes through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). Blueprint Sports Agency simplifies the Wild West, which is today's college athletics, by offering an easy-to-use and comprehensive solution that sets the standard for NIL and commercial sports marketing. We are exceptional at raising commercial NIL funds, handling complex contracts for athletes, powering payments to athletes, and providing the data and solutions to manage your NIL budgets. By choosing Blueprint Sports, you're not just selecting a service provider; you're partnering with a leader in the NIL field, committed to empowering student-athletes and reshaping the future of college sports.
Internship Overview:
Internship Overview:
We’re looking for motivated and enthusiastic Business Development & Sponsorships Intern(s) to join our team for the 2025 season. This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to gain experience in sports sponsorship, sales, and marketing while contributing to the growth of our collectives. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow within a leading NIL collective organization, and get exclusive media access to games and events. The location of the internship will be at specific collectives within our portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the business development team in identifying and researching potential partners and industries within the surrounding region
- Support the creation of sales presentations, proposals and sponsorship packages tailored to client needs
- Conduct outreach to potential sponsors to schedule meetings and presentations
- Help manage and track engagement in CRM software
- Collaborate with the marketing and events teams to ensure sponsor activations are executed effectively
- Assist in preparing for and attending client meetings, community events and game days to network with potential partners
- Support the team with administrative tasks as needed to facilitate smooth sales operations
Desired Skills & Experience:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business, Sport Management, or a related field
- Strong interest in college sports, particularly football and basketball
- Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Suite; familiarity with CRM software preferred
- Self-starter attitude with a willingness to learn and contribute to a small team.
What You’ll Gain:
- Real-world experience in sports sponsorship sales and business development
- Opportunities to network with industry professionals and local business leaders
- Insight into the operations of an agency working withing collegiate athletics
- Hands-on involvement in building partnerships that contribute to the growth of the collective and affiliated student athletes
- A chance to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your contributions make a real impact.
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.
