Sponsorship Relations Intern - Astros Golf Foundation

Department: Astros Golf Foundation
Reports to: Manager, Ticketing and Sponsorships
Classification: Part‑time / Non‑exempt / Seasonal
Period: January 4 – May 5 2027

About the Role

The Astros Golf Foundation, host of Houston’s PGA TOUR event the Texas Children’s Houston Open, is seeking a Sponsorship Relations Intern. The intern will support sponsor communications, activation logistics, and event deliverables to ensure a high‑quality partner experience, and will gain exposure to other marquee events produced by the foundation.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Assist with activating sponsorship contracts.
• Manage partnership fulfillment, tracking deadlines and deliverables.
• Serve as a second point of contact for sponsors.
• Manage the Honorary Observer program with the Committee Chair during tournament week.
• Assist the Sales/Activation team in preparing annual proof‑of‑performance and recap reports.
• Provide miscellaneous operational support on‑course and in the tournament office.
• Support Pro‑am and other event activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Skills

• Junior‑level college or graduate student (or recent graduate) in Sports Management, PGA Management, Hospitality, Business Management, or a related field, available January – May.
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to the Houston, Texas area for the internship period (at personal expense).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for commuting to Memorial Park Golf Course and off‑site locations.
• Strong interpersonal skills, proactive, solution‑driven, and team‑oriented work ethic.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Comfortable making phone calls and meeting with clients, vendors, and volunteers.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and internet software.
• Ability to maintain discretion with confidential information.
• Knowledge of golf and golf events is a plus, but not required.

Work Environment

The role operates in both an office and a golf‑course setting. Noise levels are generally moderate but can be loud on the course. The position may involve physical work outdoors in various weather conditions (wind, rain, heat, cold). Standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers are used regularly.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, sit, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequent talking and hearing.
• Close and focused vision required.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move items up to 50 lb.
• Ability to walk long distances and/or stand for extended periods.

Position Type and Expected Hours

This is a paid internship. Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Interns must be onsite during the week of the Texas Children’s Houston Open and for all other Astros Golf Foundation events throughout the internship period. No travel is required.