Sales & Business Development Intern

SharpStakes; Michigan; On-site; USD 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based earnings

$20/hour for events

Exclusive sports tickets

Branded merchandise

Performance incentives

Hands-on marketing and sales experience

Job summary

A dynamic startup in sports marketing is looking for a Sales & Business Development Intern in Michigan. The ideal candidate is outgoing, passionate about sports, and possesses strong communication skills. Responsibilities include promoting the brand through social media and events, connecting with key partnerships, and gathering user insights. This part-time role offers competitive pay, commissions, exclusive perks, and hands-on startup experience in an exciting industry.

Qualifications

• Enjoys meeting new people and building connections.
• Stays current on games, teams, and trends.
• Can confidently engage, influence, and promote.
• Takes initiative and is eager to grow.

Responsibilities

• Promote the company through social media and in-person marketing.
• Organize events to boost brand awareness.
• Assist at sponsored sports and social events.
• Connect with sports bars, student organizations, and influencers.
• Provide feedback to improve the user experience.
• Generate leads using in-person and online strategies.

Skills

Outgoing & Social

Passionate About Sports

Strong Communicator

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Job description

SharpStakes - Sales & Business Development Intern

About SharpStakes:

SharpStakes is changing the game in iGaming. We’re a cutting-edge research tool designed to make sports betting easy, fun, and transparent. Our platform helps users find insights, discover the best bets, and make smarter decisions.

About the Role:

Are you a sports fanatic with a knack for marketing and sales? This part-time role lets you work in an exciting startup environment at the intersection of sports, data, and business. If you’re entrepreneurial and enjoy engaging with people, this role is for you.

Your Responsibilities:

• Promote SharpStakes – Leverage social media and in‑person marketing to grow our brand
• Plan & Execute Events – Organize engaging experiences to boost awareness
• Represent Us at Events – Assist at SharpStakes‑sponsored sports and social events
• Identify Key Partnerships – Connect with sports bars, student organizations, and influencers
• Gather User Insights – Provide feedback to improve the SharpStakes experience
• Create Lead Pipelines – Use both in‑person and online strategies to generate leads

What We’re Looking For

• Outgoing & Social – You enjoy meeting new people and building connections
• Passionate About Sports – You stay current on games, teams, and trends
• Strong Communicator – You can confidently engage, influence, and promote
• Entrepreneurial Mindset – You take initiative, get things done, and are eager to grow

• Competitive Pay – Commission‑based earnings + $20/hour for events
• Exclusive Perks – Sports tickets, branded merch, and performance incentives
• Real Startup Experience – Hands‑on marketing and sales experience working closely with our leadership team

SharpStakes is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

🔹 Ready to be part of the action? Apply now!