Sales Academy Internship Program

Program Details

The Sales Academy is a 12-week, hands-on internship designed for individuals looking to break into professional sports. This is not a shadowing experience —you will be actively selling, building relationships, and contributing to real revenue that drives the success of the club.

You’ll gain exposure to the full ticket sales lifecycle, from prospecting and outreach to closing deals and servicing clients, while working in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

What You’ll Do

• Drive Revenue
• Generate new ticket revenue through outbound calls, emails, and in-person meetings
• Sell season tickets, mini plans, group outings, and premium hospitality packages
• Maintain and manage your pipeline within CRM systems
• Build Pipeline & Relationships
• Prospect new leads through research, networking, referrals, and community engagement
• Build relationships with individuals, groups, and local businesses
• Deliver a Great Fan Experience
• Provide exceptional service to new and existing ticket holders
• Support clients throughout their experience—from first contact to game day
• Be Part of Game Day
• Assist with game-day execution, including client hosting and service support
• Experience the operational side of live sports and fan engagement

Who This Is For

• Individuals seeking college credit through an internship program
• Strong communicators who are comfortable on the phone and in person
• Competitive, goal-oriented individuals who thrive on performance and results
• Candidates interested in building a career in sports, sales, or business
• Candidates who can work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and game days

Compensation & Growth

• College credit + uncapped commission structure
• Additional hourly earning opportunities through gameday and operations support
• Exposure to full-time opportunities and career pathways within the sports industry

The Bottom Line

This program is built for people who want more than a line on their résumé. It’s for individuals who want to learn how to sell, perform, and contribute in a real business environment — while being part of building something that shows up on the field and in the stands every game.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Carolina Core FC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.