What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, Corporate Partnerships Sales position at Oklahoma City Thunder?
This semester-long internship invites you to apply your classroom learning in a collaborative corporate partnership sales and activation setting. As the Intern, Corporate Partnerships Sales, you will help organize sponsorship assets and support brand development efforts.
Spring internships begin January 2026. Our internship program offers practical experience in a professional setting, along with optional activities such as resume review, development workshops, and hands-on learning to strengthen your skills in advertising and sports sponsorships. Interns also enjoy perks like paid downtown parking and tickets to a home game during the season!
In this role you will:
- Research emerging categories in sports partnerships and provide the partnership sales team with contacts and information to support go-to-market strategies
- Work closely with the partnership sales team to develop timely prospect and client proposals
- Assist in organizing and driving all aspects of the corporate partnership sales process including proposal and presentation writing
- Analyze third-party and internal research to create detailed category reports that identify local, regional, national, and global brand opportunities
- Conduct research to assist the sales team in proposal development
- Participate in department brainstorming sessions to develop comprehensive marketing platforms for prospective partners
- Perform other duties as assigned
What you’ll bring to the role:
- Presently enrolled in an accredited college or university with junior or senior level standing and approved by your school to receive course credit for the internship
- Students pursuing a degree in marketing or related field preferred
- Ability to work independently or on a team, while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and manage time effectively
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook is a plus
Additional details:
This is an in-person internship, reporting to the Director, Corporate Partnership Sales. The work schedule requires 20-29 hours per week, which includes hours during regular office hours, as well as game or event nights, which occur on evenings, weekends, and holidays. The primary work location will be the Paycom Center in downtown Oklahoma City. The internship will involve in-arena activities with exposure to loud music, crowd noise, and flashing lights. Events may take place in both indoor and outdoor venues with varying temperatures. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are necessary for occasional local travel. Physical demands include the ability to climb and lift items up to 25 pounds.
The Thunder recognizes that teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills make a stronger company. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Thunder organization considers applicants fairly on the basis of qualifications, experience and business needs and provides equal opportunity regardless of race, color, age, sex, ancestry, ethnicity, national origin, religion, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Applicants are considered regardless of past legal system involvement, based upon the needs of the role, nature of and recency of legal history. The Thunder is committed to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees through its RAVE culture – Respect and Value Everyone.