Sales & Sponsorship Intern

Sales & Sponsorship Intern 

Organization: InitiativeOne 
Location: Hybrid (with opportunity to attend select events) 
Position Type: Internship 
Compensation: Performance-based stipend and commission opportunities available 

About InitiativeOne 

InitiativeOne is a leadership development and organizational transformation firm dedicated to helping leaders and organizations build trust, accountability, and high-performance cultures. Through executive coaching, leadership development programs, conferences, and strategic partnerships, we impact leaders across education, healthcare, manufacturing, government, and private industry. 

Position Overview 

Are you competitive, driven, and eager to gain real-world business development experience? 

InitiativeOne is seeking a Sales & Sponsorship Intern to support sponsorship acquisition for our leadership conferences, events, and community initiatives. This is an opportunity to work directly with executive leadership, develop professional sales skills, and contribute to high-impact events attended by business and community leaders. 

This role is ideal for students interested in sales, marketing, business development, entrepreneurship, sports management, communications, or leadership. 

What You'll Do 

Research prospective sponsors and strategic partners 

Identify decision-makers and key contacts 

Conduct outreach through email, phone, LinkedIn, and networking 

Assist with sponsorship proposals and partnership presentations 

Track opportunities and pipeline activity within CRM systems 

Support follow-up and relationship management efforts 

Participate in sales and strategy meetings with senior leadership 

Contribute ideas to grow sponsorship revenue and partnerships 

What You'll Gain 

Real-world sales and business development experience 

Exposure to executive leadership and organizational strategy 

Training in prospecting, relationship building, and professional communication 

Experience working with sponsors, business owners, and C-suite executives 

Networking opportunities with leaders from across the country 

Resume-building accomplishments and measurable sales outcomes 

Who We're Looking For 

Self-starters who take initiative 

Strong communicators who enjoy connecting with people 

Competitive individuals who are motivated by goals and results 

Organized and detail-oriented professionals 

Students pursuing Business, Marketing, Communications, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, or related fields 

Previous sales experience is helpful but not required 

Preferred Qualities 

Comfortable making outbound calls and sending outreach 

Strong written communication skills 

Willingness to learn and receive coaching 

Positive attitude and growth mindset 

Desire to build a career in sales, leadership, business development, or entrepreneurship 

How Success Will Be Measured 

Sponsorship meetings secured 

Qualified opportunities generated 

Sponsorship revenue influenced 

CRM activity and follow-through 

Professional growth and initiative demonstrated throughout the internship 

If you're looking for an internship where you can make an impact, learn from experienced leaders, and develop skills that will serve you throughout your career, we'd love to hear from you.