About the role#
Sports Promotions Group is hiring Event Sales Associates to support onsite retail sales and marketing at national youth soccer and lacrosse events. This role offers a flexible schedule designed to work around your academic commitments. You can choose to work individual events or multiple assignments throughout the season based on your availability. This position provides hands-on experience in sports retail, event operations, and sales.
What you'll do#
- Travel to and assist with onsite retail sales at youth sporting events.
- Operate temporary retail stores, including setting up, managing, and breaking down spaces.
- Engage directly with customers to build brand loyalty and drive sales.
- Assist with inventory management and basic accounting tasks.
- Support marketing activations and event promotions.
- Collect and analyze event sales and consumer data.
- Work with a team in an active, hands-on environment.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or completion of a degree in Business, Marketing, Sport Management, Communications, or a related field.
- Strong customer service and sales-oriented mindset.
- Ability to work independently and stay organized.
- Outgoing, dependable, and adaptable personality.
- Familiarity with youth club soccer, lacrosse, or the broader sports industry.
- Willingness to work occasional weekends, evenings, and extended event days.
- Comfort with physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Sanford, Florida, with additional event opportunities available across the state and nationwide.
- This is an on-site, part-time, paid internship.
- Travel expenses for approved assignments, including flights, lodging, and local transportation, are covered by the company.
About Sports Promotions Group
Sports Promotions Group operates in the tournament retail sector. Founded in 1984, the company manages branded merchandise for events across the United States. It maintains a staff of 36 employees based in Hillsborough, North Carolina. The firm partners with various brands to supply retail services for sporting events.
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