BUSINESS INTERN
ABOUT MLBPI
MLB Players, Inc. (MLBPI) is the for-profit corporate subsidiary of the Major League Baseball Players Association, responsible for managing all commercial activities on behalf of the Players. MLBPI brings to market products and services that feature the publicity rights (name, image, and likeness) of MLB Players. With 100+ partners worldwide, MLBPI secures licensing and sponsorship agreements to ensure Player-driven products are central to the fan experience. Our business spans licensing, sponsorship, media, events, and more, working with best-in-class partners who feature and promote Players across platforms.
OVERVIEW
We seek a motivated and detail-oriented Business Intern to support our Partnerships & Business Development teams. This role is ideal for recent college graduates interested in hands-on experience in sports business, partnerships and business development.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Partnerships
- Conduct research on MLB player sponsorship activity, trends, and social performance.
- Assist with sales narratives by building PowerPoint decks and creating player-led storytelling slides.
- Support player marketing highlight reels by compiling brand activity and social media engagement.
Player Marketing
- Circulate clearance notices to agents to ensure Players do not have conflicts with sponsor activation programs.
- Support the Quality Assurance team as needed, reviewing and approving licensee artwork and marketing material submissions.
- Support player visits to the office, including logistics coordination, agent communication, and on‑site support.
Diamond Access
- Support sales pipeline for player rewards program.
- Conduct outreach to brand partners, maintain CRM, prepare materials as needed.
Business Development
- Support prospecting efforts by identifying and researching potential companies and partners, and preparing clear summaries for the business development team.
- Assist with evaluating new opportunities by reviewing company information and market context.
Licensing
- Support the Quality Assurance team as needed, reviewing and approving licensee artwork and marketing material submissions.
- Contribute to special projects, prepare license presentations, and other ad-hoc assignments.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong Spanish language skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken Spanish.
- Recent college graduate with a record of excellent academic achievement.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Detail-oriented individual with excellent organizational skills.
- A passion and understanding of everything baseball, especially MLB players.
- Strong writing skills, excellent communicator, team-player.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN
- Hands-on experience in sponsorship and player marketing.
- Exposure to industry-leading licensees and sponsors.
- Opportunities to contribute to high-impact projects.
- Mentorship and professional development in a collaborative environment.
REPORTS TO: Vice President, Partnerships, Vice President, Business Development
Salary: $20.00 per hour for BA Graduates and $30.00 per hour for MBA Graduates
Location: New York City
Duration: 6 Months
The MLBPA, along with any of its current or future subsidiaries, including MLBPI, highly values a diverse and inclusive workforce. The MLBPA encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, creed, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Additionally, the MLBPA will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.