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Detroit Pistons · 2 days ago

Corporate Partnerships (Sales & Engagement) Intern – Summer 2026

Detroit, MI

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Detroit Pistons is dedicated to serving and uplifting the community, and they are seeking an intern for their Summer 2026 Internship Program. The role involves supporting the Corporate Partnerships team through research, proposal creation, and day-to-day operations.

GamingNewsSports Leagues and Teams

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Monitor sports business news – trends, new asset categories, corporate activity, and identifying new avenues to build partner relationships

Research Corporate Partnership prospects, creating impactful sponsorship proposals, and reviewing sales process documents

Support the Corporate Partnerships team in day-to-day operations of executing and fulfilling contractually bound programming and asset management for team partners

Engage with partners and fans while assisting in onsite activations at each venue

Participate in Corporate Partnerships team meetings – brainstorm sessions, weekly team check-ins, pitch reviews, etc

Support the Corporate Partnerships team in day-to-day tasks and processes

Qualification

Adobe Creative SuiteBusiness writingSalesMarketingSports business/managementProactiveHard-workingPositive attitude

Required

College students entering their junior or senior year, or recently graduated college within the last six months, focusing on sales, marketing, sports business/management, or a related field

Hard-working, self-improvers who are hungry, proactive, and possess a positive attitude

Must have experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and business writing

Must be available to work 40 hours per week, unless otherwise agreed upon with their supervisor. Interns must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary

Must have reliable transportation to and from the Henry Ford Detroit Pistons Performance Center

Must be able to provide your own housing throughout the duration of the internship