Intern, Sponsorship Consulting

teamwass; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global internship program

All Pro learning & development

Exposure to global clients

CMHA mental health programming

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

THE-TEAM in Canada is offering a Sponsorship Consulting Internship under a fixed term from January 12th to April 29th, 2027, with hybrid work and in-office days required. This paid program supports rapid growth in sports and entertainment sponsorship consulting.

You will assist in day-to-day client projects, evaluate marketing opportunities, and help design sponsorship strategies while engaging with clients to drive results and build relationships.

Qualifications

• Direct experience or working knowledge of marketing or business.
• Interest and passion for sports, entertainment and/or culture.
• Educational background is nice to have but not mandatory - Bachelor's degree, diploma or certificate in marketing and/or business.

Responsibilities

• Support the team in the day-to-day management of multiple client projects.
• Assist with evaluations of new marketing opportunities, development of sponsorship strategies, and measurement of existing and potential brand partnerships.
• Contribute to research and data analysis efforts to inform client strategy.
• Deliver against administrative tasks including recording and distributing meeting notes, budget management, open new projects, generate and deliver invoices, etc.
• Assist in creating and delivering compelling client and internal presentations.
• Conduct research on potential clients to help support new business efforts.
• Engage with clients to deliver on project work and build relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management basics

Self-starter

Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree, diploma or certificate in marketing or business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

THE-TEAM is proud to provide representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties across 28 countries and more than 70 cities worldwide.

Our brands and properties group partners with iconic brands and rights holders to turn relevance into revenue through integrated strategy and consulting, creative, live experiences and commercialization. We help clients understand, connect to and inspire global audiences by bringing together brands, properties and talent/creators to build meaningful relationships that drive measurable business outcomes.

In Canada, we've proudly been recognized as the Sponsorship Marketing Council of Canada's 'Agency of the Year' for 5 of the past 6 years.

As THE-TEAM supports hybrid working environments and also acknowledges the benefits of in-office collaboration, our global policy is 3-days per week in-office.

Shaped by our belief in the unifying power of sports, music and entertainment, THE-TEAM leads with intelligence, ideas and influence. For more information, please visit the.team .

Job Summary

As THE-TEAM supports hybrid working environments, the successful candidate will be expected to be in the office a minimum of 3 days per week, in addition to remote working.

Fixed Term: January 12th - April 29th, 2027

Job Overvie w

To support our rapid growth, THE-TEAM has built a robust internship program designed to introduce driven, hard-working students and young professionals to the sports and entertainment industry, and our company.

As a Sponsorship Consulting Intern, you will be an integral contributor and member of our team, honing in on the business priorities of some of the biggest brands and properties in Canada and beyond. Successful candidates will deliver against the day-to-day responsibilities, driving the needs of our clients and their goals. As THE-TEAM supports hybrid working environments, the successful candidate will be expected to be in the office a minimum of 3 days per week, in addition to remote working.

What You'll Do

• Support the team in the day-to-day management of multiple client projects
• Assist with evaluations of new marketing opportunities, development of sponsorship strategies, and measurement of existing and potential brand partnerships
• Contribute to research and data analysis efforts to inform client strategy
• Deliver against administrative tasks including recording and distributing meeting notes, budget management, open new projects, generate and deliver invoices, etc.
• Assist in creating and delivering compelling client and internal presentations
• Conduct research on potential clients to help support new business efforts
• Engage with clients to deliver on project work and build relationships

What We're Looking Fo r

• Curious mindset who isn't afraid to jump into ambiguous or abstract business problems or adapt to shifting priorities
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to dive deep into research and deliver relevant findings and insights
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Able to communicate with maturity and effectiveness at all levels of an organization
• Working knowledge of project management fundamentals, with laser-sharp attention to detail, time management and exceptional organizational skills
• A self-starter attitude with the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as a team, while juggling multiple tasks and deliverables
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, specifically PowerPoint and Excel

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE NECESSARY :

• Direct experience or working knowledge of marketing or business
• Interest and passion for sports, entertainment and/or culture
• Educational background is nice to have but not mandatory - Bachelor's degree, diploma or certificate in marketing and/or business

What We Offer

• Access and networking opportunities with our global internship program
• Participation in THE-TEAM's 'All Pro' learning & development programs, gaining insights into all THE-TEAM services and products
• Access and exposure to the top sports, arts, culture, music, and entertainment clients around the world
• Participation in THE-TEAM's CMHA mental health programming
• Opportunity to work in a hybrid environment
• Real-time industry experience, working alongside some of North America's top talent, including both clients and THE-TEAM employees
• $18.15/hour wage

Deadline to apply: Friday, October 30th, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

This is a full-time, paid position. Applicant must be either a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident of Canada, or have the ability to work in Canada.

THE-TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.