2026-27 Season Marketing Intern

Overview The intern will assist the Marketing Department through contributions to the marketing & execution of key team platforms, activations at CBJ home games, and the planning and implementation of in‑market grassroots events as well as in‑arena events. Interns will gain unique experiences related to marketing strategy and execution, game night promotions, collegiate marketing, and event marketing activation. Although there will be dedicated Marketing and Fan Engagement interns, there may be some crossover in duties and tasks. Duties and Tasks (Marketing) Contribute to the marketing and execution of key Marketing & Fan Engagement platforms such as Student Rush, the CBJ Bar Network and more Assist with game night activation including concourse set up, plaza party operations, theme night and promotional night integration Aid in the organization’s fan acquisition strategy through executions that drive data collection Assist in the inventory, organization, and maintenance of marketing assets Receive exposure to the internal creative process, distribution of advertising materials, strategies, and overall goals for various ticket promotions, marketing campaigns, and other team initiatives Aid in the distribution of promotional items and team schedules throughout Central Ohio when necessary Assist in the execution of events at Nationwide Arena and in the Columbus community, including but not limited to watch parties, community festivals, and season ticket holder events Learning Objectives Craft marketing plans from research to concept, development & implementation, execution & measurement Gather insights and develop strategies to connect with various demographics including college students, millennials, and families Describe how to execute a successful event from beginning concept to activation to summary Intern Benefits 15-20 intern hours available each week in‑office Internship timeline – September – end of the season Requirements Must be enrolled in college, sophomore or above preferred, sports management, marketing, business or related major is preferred Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills Ability to work in a team environment Detail oriented Please note this is an unpaid internship 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr