What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Partnerships Operations Intern (Summer 2026) position at Carolina Core FC?
Carolina Core FC - Professional Soccer
Position/Title: Corporate Partnership Operations Intern
Under the Direction: Partnerships Activation Manager
Compensation: College Class Credit Required | Hourly rate on match days
Duration: Summer 2026 (May – August)
Class Credit: REQUIRED
Position Overview:
Carolina Core FC is an independent MLS Next Pro club based in High Point, NC. Our Corporate Partnership Operations Intern will assist with managing all partnership initiatives. In the best interest of personal and professional growth, interns will learn how to establish and maintain corporate relationships, use asset tracking software systems such as Trak, connect with the CCFC fanbase through tailored initiatives, and collaborate with our marketing department on various marketing campaigns. Additional responsibilities may include events within 40 miles of CCFC Headquarters.
Job Duties:
- Assist in the management of CCFC's partnership assets
- Assist the sponsorship department during promotions and events
- Track and record metrics throughout all partnership initiatives
- Assist with sponsorship gameday activations
- Support relationship between Carolina Core FC and partner
- Managing spreadsheets
- Building reports and managing related projects
- Special projects including (but not limited to) communication of new market approaches, programs, new assets, etc.
- Research and gain knowledge on industry trends
- Generate leads and develop clients through communication with industry leads
- Assist in CCFC’s communication strategy for all outlets including email campaigns, social media campaigns, events, etc.
- Research successful partnership marketing strategies of other professional sports teams
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Basic knowledge and experience with Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of soccer is a plus, but not required
Carolina Core FC is 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.