Performance Marketing Intern

Sacramento Kings; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

California Paid Sick Leave

Discounts on Sacramento Kings merch

Free parking

Job summary

The Performance Marketing Intern at Sacramento Kings will assist the Marketing team across campaigns, ticket and merch promotions, and student outreach during the season. The role supports fan engagement and collaborative efforts with Marketing and Creative to deliver timely campaigns.

The position emphasizes strong writing, attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced sports environment with a downtown Sacramento office.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed college in business/marketing/communications.
• Familiarity with Shopify, Google Analytics or email marketing is a plus.
• Strong detail orientation with ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated creative problem solving and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support targeted campaigns to raise awareness, tickets and merch sales.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Creative to execute campaigns.
• Assist with project management of creative requests for internal clients.
• Support Student Ticket Program and college outreach promotions.
• Assist with email and SMS planning, execution and reporting.

Skills

Detail oriented

Writing

Multi-tasking

Deadline driven

Education

College coursework in business/marketing/communications

Tools

Shopify

Google Analytics

Email marketing

Project management software

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Sacramento Kings - SACRAMENTO, CA 95814

Position Type: Internship

Salary Range: $17.50 - $17.50 Hourly

Title: Performance Marketing Intern

Department: Marketing

Reports To: Director, Marketing

FLSA Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Program Period: October - End of 2026-27 Sacramento Kings Season

Job Summary

The Performance Marketing Intern is responsible for providing a wide range of support to the Marketing team throughout the season. This person will be a valuable resource assisting with various tasks and projects which will include marketing support for various ticket products, retail promotions, Student Ticket Program and college outreach, fan engagement and more!

Key Responsibility Areas

• Supports targeted campaigns to drive awareness, ticket and merch sales, and the distribution of engaging content.
• Effectively works with the Marketing and Creative departments to execute marketing and media campaigns.
• Proactively assists with project management of creative requests for internal clients.
• Supports the development, planning and execution of marketing promotions for Student Ticket Program and college outreach.
• Supports direct marketing channels, email and SMS with planning, execution and reporting for various marketing campaigns.
• Assists in the development, planning and execution of the Team Store Item of the Game program and special merchandise releases.
• Anticipates hurdles, solves problems, and offers solutions.
• Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with all departments.
• Additional duties as assigned by Director, Marketing.

Qualifications

• College Majors in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field preferred
• Familiarity with Shopify, Google Analytics and/or email marketing is a plus
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task, prioritize projects and adapt quickly to a fast-paced work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively about solutions to complex problems
• Desire for continued learning and development
• Exceptional writing and proofing skills
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook a must
• Previous experience using project management software preferred
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize time-sensitive assignments
• Passion for the sports and entertainment industry

To qualify for Kings University internships, you must be:

• Currently enrolled in college or have graduated within 12 months
• Able to commute to the downtown Sacramento office
• Able to work up to 25 hours per week

Interns will be compensated $17.50 per hour and receive benefits such as California Paid Sick Leave, discounts on Sacramento Kings merchandise, and free parking.