What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales & Business Operations Internship position at New Mexico Chupacabras?
About the New Mexico Chupacabras
The New Mexico Chupacabras are Albuquerque’s newest professional indoor football franchise, dedicated to bringing top-level sports entertainment, community pride, and fan engagement to New Mexico. We are building a premier franchise that celebrates local culture, inspires fans, and creates opportunities for professional growth in sports business.
Position Overview
We are seeking motivated and ambitious interns to join our Sales & Business Operations team. This internship provides hands-on experience in professional sports management, sponsorship activation, community engagement, and game day operations. Interns will work directly with the General Manager and front office staff to support revenue generation and business operations for the team.
This is an unpaid internship designed to provide real-world experience, mentorship, and exposure to the inner workings of a professional sports franchise. College credit may be available depending on your school’s policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and outreach of sponsorship and partnership opportunities with local and national businesses.
- Support ticket sales initiatives, including group sales, season tickets, and promotional campaigns.
- Help prepare sales decks, proposals, and activation reports for sponsors and partners.
- Contribute to community engagement programs, youth outreach, and special events.
- Participate in game day operations, including sponsor activation, fan engagement, and hospitality services.
- Conduct market research on potential sponsors, fan demographics, and competitor strategies.
- Provide administrative support to the business operations team as needed.
Qualifications
- Current college student or recent graduate in Business, Sports Management, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Comfortable with both in-person and phone/email outreach.
- Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends for home games and events.
- Passion for sports, sales, and community engagement.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience working with a professional sports franchise.
- Direct mentorship from the team’s General Manager and front office staff.
- Opportunity to build a portfolio of work in sales, sponsorship, and event operations.
- Networking with business leaders, community organizations, and sports professionals.
- School credit (if applicable).
- Game day access and behind-the-scenes experience at Chupacabras events.