Trainee, Sponsorship Consulting
About the role
At MKTG Sports + Entertainment, we offer a rewarding six‑month, entry‑level, full‑time Trainee Program designed for anyone seeking entry into the sports and lifestyle marketing industry. You will gain practical industry experience working with the Sponsorship Consulting team, which provides sponsorship management and consulting services to clients across multiple industries (primarily sports and entertainment). As a Trainee you will be assigned to specific client accounts and participate in the full account management cycle—from creative planning to program execution—through research, writing, and creative ideation. Successful performance may lead to a full‑time permanent position at the end of the program. Program start date: January 11, 2027. Role based in Cincinnati, OH, requiring 3‑4 days on‑site per week (with additional days as needed). You will report to a more senior team member. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full‑time basis; employment‑based visa sponsorship (including H‑1B) is not available. Application deadline: October 2, 2026 at 4 pm Eastern.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to program recommendations and recaps
- Distribute and route sponsorship assets for our clients
- Write point‑of‑view documents on potential partnerships
- Brainstorm concepts, platforms, and programs across all agency accounts
- Research competitive activity