Business Development Internship (School Credit)
Madison Capitols
Internship
On-site
Middleton, Wisconsin, United States
Business Development, College Credit, Ice Hockey
Description:
We are seeking a motivated and creative individual to join our team as a Business Development Intern for the summer of 2025. This internship offers hands-on experience in sports business operations and provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the planning and execution of promotional campaigns, community outreach initiatives, and sponsorship activation efforts for the upcoming 2025–26 season.
Key Responsibilities:
We are seeking a motivated and creative individual to join our team as a Business Development Intern for the summer of 2025. This internship offers hands-on experience in sports business operations and provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the planning and execution of promotional campaigns, community outreach initiatives, and sponsorship activation efforts for the upcoming 2025–26 season.
Key Responsibilities:
- 1`Assist in brainstorming and developing creative promotional ideas and theme nights for the 2025–26 season
- Help coordinate community engagement events, including school visits and public appearances
- Support the planning and execution of sponsorship activations and in-market promotions
- Conduct research on local businesses and community organizations for potential partnerships
- Assist with general office duties related to business development and event planning
- Collaborate with various departments to ensure cohesive planning and execution
Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Interns will be asked to assist in special events and community appearances and will be provided notice in advance of these events.
- A positive attitude and a willingness to actively engage and interact with fans.
- Strong personal and communication skills.
- Candidates must possess a proactive, service-oriented mentality that will assist every department with its respective needs.
- The ability to work pro-actively and independently and possess a can-do attitude.
- A willingness to learn new skills and adapt in a fun, fast-paced environment.
- A strong work ethic, positive attitude, willingness to accept all tasks assigned and the ability to learn quickly.
- The understanding that working in sports is different than being a fan. This position does not guarantee candidates will be able to watch games. Many valuable positions within the organization are behind the scenes, and they provide little ability to watch the games.
- The ability to handle the physical requirements of the position, including setting up equipment for events, standing for longer periods of time and other light to medium lifting.
- *This internship is unpaid and is meant for students that will receive school credit and/or look to build upon their resumes.
The Team:
The Madison Capitols, members of the United States Hockey League (USHL), are coming off of a record breaking season on the ice. Off the ice, the Capitols had their highest average attendance since the team's first season back in 2014-15.
The Madison Capitols 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.