Intern - Marketing - MLS

Charlotte FC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Charlotte FC is seeking a Marketing Intern to support its brand and marketing efforts. The role involves assisting in the ideation and execution of marketing campaigns, fan engagement opportunities, and event management. Applicants should have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and be proficient in standard office software.

This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work well under pressure in a team environment. The internship runs through the end of the 2026 Charlotte FC season.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid US Driver’s license.
• Must pass pre-employment screens.
• Bilingual or multi-lingual skills is a plus.
• Experience working in the soccer, sports, and/or entertainment industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day planning and project management of all marketing programs and events.
• Work across multiple internal departments to help execute marketing initiatives and events.
• Assist in execution of experiential fan engagement events.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

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Position: Intern - Marketing CLTFC Department: Marketing Reporting Relationship: Reports to Marketing Manager Status: Intern (Non-exempt) Duration: Temporary - Runs through the end of the 2026 Charlotte FC season, to include potential playoffs.

Position Summary

Charlotte Football Club is actively seeking a Marketing Intern to support the marketing and promotion of the Charlotte FC brand, including single game tickets and season tickets, through ideation and execution of marketing campaigns, matchday activations, grassroots activations, tentpole events, and fan engagement opportunities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work across multiple internal departments to help execute marketing initiatives and events.
• Assist with day-to-day planning and project management of all marketing programs and events.
• Assist in execution of experiential fan engagement events & opportunities on both matchday and non-matchdays including but not limited to vendor management, setup and breakdown, part-time staff management, guest acquisition, ideation and research.
• Assist in providing a specialized level of customer service to clients, members and vendors, including day-to-day operations, written correspondence, phone calls, account maintenance, appointment scheduling, follow-up, and inquiries, etc.
• Assist in daily operations of the Marketing Department, including administrative and clerical support, filing, data entry, storage, deliveries, storage inventory management, etc.
• Assist with gate giveaway planning and distribution.
• Assist in building brand awareness across the Carolinas and beyond.
• Additional related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Must have a valid US Driver’s license.
• Must pass pre-employment screens.
• Must be proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook, including the ability to merge documents and manage multi-page spreadsheets.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual or multi-lingual skills is a plus.

• Experience working in the soccer, sports, and/or entertainment industry.

Skills for Success

Strong work ethic and attention to detail.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Works well within a collaborative, team-driven, and goal-based environment.
• Works well under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Must be a team player, reliable, and dependable with a can-do attitude.
• Must maintain complete confidentiality of privileged, and/or sensitive information.
• Must, at all times, display the character and values of the Tepper Sports & Entertainment brand.
• The ability to prioritize workload to manage time and tasks.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position operates in a professional office environment and outside in a stadium facility. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc. Local travel to events may be required. This position typically works approximately 40 hours per week. Must be able to work in all Charlotte FC home matches.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to remain sitting for up to 8 hours at a desk and computer.
• Ability to remain standing/walking for up to 8 hours.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors, and endure weather conditions, including rain, wind, high and low temperatures, etc.
• Must be able to work in non-traditional settings, and work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

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.