Global Partnership Services Internship

Description

The IRONMAN Group, our purpose is clear: to inspire people to unlock their greatest potential through sport, pushing beyond limits to become the fullest expression of human achievement. Through our BE ICONIC vision, we are building the most loved brands, producing the world’s most inspiring events, and fostering deeply engaged communities that change lives. By 2028, we aim to empower over a million athletes to cross a finish line each year and inspire a billion people worldwide through the power of the human spirit. As part of our team, you’ll join a high-performance, caring culture where innovation thrives, communities are uplifted, and every achievement, big or small, is celebrated. You’ll help shape experiences that fill hearts, consume minds, and enrich souls. This is more than a job. It’s a chance to be part of a global movement, to lead from the front, and to leave a legacy. Together, we create moments that last a lifetime. The IRONMAN Group is the world's largest operator of mass participation sports, delivering over 200+ events a year across 55+ countries thanks to a passionate global team. For more information, visit www.ironman.com/about-ironman-group.

For our World Triathlon Corporation in Tampa, Florida, we are seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Global Partnerships Internship.

What You’ll Be Doing

Step into a role where no two days are the same, and your impact is felt far beyond your desk. You will:

• Assist Account Managers with the day-to-day execution of The IRONMAN Group portfolio of partner obligations.
• Learn the day-to-day of partnership management from experienced sports business professionals.
• Facilitate and assist in managing any contractual obligations.
• Coordinate the delivery of sponsorship benefits with other departments to successful fulfillment.
• Conduct/coordinate any research needed by the Partners.
• Support the Sales and Partnership Services team with the execution of partnerships. This includes compiling, creating, and delivering event recaps as well as reviewing partner goals/objectives.
• Track partner deliverable assets.
• Work on and present an individualized capstone project to the leadership team at the end of your term.

Internship will run March - August.

Requirements

What You Bring to the Team

We’re looking for someone who doesn’t just tick boxes, but thrives in our fast-paced, global environment. This is a unique opportunity for a current college student or recent graduate to join a global team that is focused on executing a diverse portfolio of sponsorship deals. Learn about and work on a variety of marketing assets and event activations at the largest operator of mass participation sports in the world!

The position sits within the Global Partnerships department and is responsible for closely managing and collaborating with The IRONMAN Group portfolio of Partners. Responsibilities will include supporting Account Managers in the delivery of partner assets, recordkeeping, enhancing communications internally, and assisting the execution of each account’s strategic plan. 

If you consider yourself a team player who is proactive, willing to learn, and open to feedback we want to hear from you!

Skills and Traits:  

• Organized: Comfortable managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Teamwork mindset: Works well with a team on projects and towards a common goal, happy to support team members with various tasks as needed
• Initiative: A desire to learn and grow as well as seek out opportunities to do so. Offers help without prompting.
• Professionalism: While we are a sports company, our team is the external representation of the brand to our partners and sponsors. Demonstrating professionalism in all internal and external interactions is imperative.
• Growth mindset: Open and receptive to feedback, to learn new tools and skills and ask questions for understanding and to challenge the status quo.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

At The IRONMAN Group, we’re not just building careers—we’re building lifestyles driven by passion, performance, and purpose.

• A culture you can feel – Step into an open, modern, and friendly environment where teamwork crosses borders and cultures and ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE.
• Live the race – Free entries to our legendary endurance events, so you can experience the event spirit first-hand.
• Grow without limits – Access to our online learning platform and other trainings to keep your skills sharp and your curiosity alive.
• We’ve got your back – Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is here to support you with both personal and professional challenges.

The above declarations are not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and are a reasonable representation of its activities.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.