Job Title: Partnerships Activation PT Associate

Department: Partnerships

Reports to: Sr. Manager, Partnership Marketing

Position Summary:

FC Cincinnati is seeking a highly motivated self-starter who is eager to learn the day-to-day responsibilities associated with Partnership’s fulfillment. This role will primarily take place at the 4^th Street office and average 20hrs/week. The Partnerships Activation PT Associate will have the primary responsibility of assisting the Partnerships Activation team with in-office duties, in addition to working all home games and events scheduled throughout the semester. This internship is set to begin in January 2026. This is a part-time role paid on an hourly basis and college credit is also available if needed.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with game day preparation and execution of activations
• Assist with day-to-day functions associated with activations
• Collect, manage, and input materials, photos, data, and files relevant to activations
• Assist in producing recaps that include a detailed summary of activations
• Research and create activation ideas; monitor what other sports are employing
• General administrative duties such as creation of documents, copies, organizational binders, and shipments
• Prepares post-event report for all assigned events
• Provides general event support for public ticketed events as needed
• Always represent FC Cincinnati and its related affiliates and venues in a professional manner
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

What You’ll Bring:

• Willingness to complete responsibilities while providing unparalleled customer service
• Friendly, energetic, and able to interact effectively with all types of people
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, ability to multi-task while prioritizing workload in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and self-motivate

What You’ll Need:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Sports Management, Marketing, or Business
• There are physical requirements to this position including sitting, walking, standing, lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to work outside of regular business hours including but not limited to weekends and holidays as required by the FCC game schedule, special events, and projects

Why You'll Love FCC:

• FCC welcome gifts
• Resume and profile reviews
• Tour of TQL Stadium and MHTC
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Discount off team store merchandise
• Job shadow opportunities
• Paid hourly and/or college credit opportunities

About FCC

Founded in 2015, FC Cincinnati is a Major League Soccer team based in Cincinnati, Ohio. After achieving significant growth and success in the United Soccer League, the team joined MLS in 2019. FCC won the 2023 Supporters’ Shield – the annual award given to the team with the most points in the regular season – and clinched a spot in the 2023 MLS Playoffs for the second straight year. With a diverse ownership group with strong ties to Cincinnati, the club strives to unite the community both on and off the pitch through FCC Foundation, and its dedication to improving the lives of children through soccer and those in the West End Community . FC Cincinnati are committed to ongoing growth and recognizing the vital importance of company culture. The club’s DNA code, created by the staff for the staff, is actively implemented every day. FCC have been recognized locally and nationally as one of Sports Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in Sports 2023, named to the Honor List as one of “75 Great Sports Companies to Call Home.”; on the Business Courier’s Fast 55 as one of Greater Cincinnati’s fastest growing private companies; and named to The Enquirer’s Top Workplaces 2024.

Learn More!

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FC Cincinnati is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.