Global Partnership Activation Intern

Job DetailsJob Location: Sacramento Kings - SACRAMENTO, CA 95814Position Type: InternshipSalary Range: $17.50 - $17.50 HourlyTitle: Partnership Activation Intern   Department: Global Partnerships Reports To: Manager, Global Partnership Activation FLSA Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt Program Period: October – End of 2026-27 Sacramento Kings Season   Job Summary: The primary responsibility of this position is to provide in season assistance to the Partnership Activation department in all areas including, but not limited to, partner activation, partner hospitality, and day-to-day business operations. The Activation Intern will be highly organized, professional, team-focused, passionate, collaborative, positive and be able to think on their feet.     Key Responsibilities: Support the planning and execution of integrated partnership activations across Sacramento Kings home games, Kings events, Community Initiatives & B2B Assist with game night partnership activation, including sponsor hospitality, on-site execution, premium experiences, promotional elements, and fulfillment of contractual assets. Manage partnership asset tracking throughout the season, including digital content, social media, LED signage, in-arena promotions, radio, and hospitality inventory to ensure accurate delivery. Develop partnership mid-season and end of season recap presentations by compiling campaign metrics, activation photography, social performance, and proof-of-performance materials for partner reporting. Create and maintain partnership planning documents, activation timelines, onboarding materials, and season-long calendars to support successful execution across departments. Coordinate partnership merchandise inventory, gifting logistics, promotional items, and branded assets while maintaining organized tracking systems   Qualifications: An interest in gaining experience in sponsorship, partnership activation, or experiential marketing Must have strong organizational skills and be highly resourceful. Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and anticipate projects Must have strong interpersonal communication skills and be service oriented, committed to teamwork and catering to clients Must have in-depth working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Capable of working extended hours such as nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary Working knowledge of photography and photoshop would be a plus, but is not required   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 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.