Global Partnerships Partnership Development Intern

Powered by Passion. United by Purpose. Build for Impact.

At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE) we exist to deliver the ultimate fan experience by lifting trophies spirits and communities united as one.

Were more than a workplace. We are a team of passionate people boldly building the future of sport and entertainment together. We believe in the power of play the strength of collaboration and the energy that comes from showing up with purpose.

From the ice to the pitch the hardwood to the digital arena were proud to be the driving force behind the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL) the Toronto Raptors (NBA) Toronto FC (MLS) Toronto Argonauts (CFL) and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (AHL) Raptors 905 (NBA G League) Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.

We bring these teams and world-class entertainment to life at our iconic venues including Scotiabank Arena BMO Field Coca-Cola Coliseum Ford Performance Centre BMO Training Ground and OVO Athletic Centre. Off the field we serve up elevated dining at e11even Real Sports and our signature club spaces like Hot Stove Club ScotiaClub and Platinum Club.

Through MLSE Foundation and MLSE LaunchPad we use the power of sport to help youth facing barriers reach their full potential. Since 2009 weve invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities -- and were just getting started.

This is what it means to be One MLSE: a culture where everyone plays a role everyone belongs and everyone contributes to something bigger than themselves.

So if youre ready to play with purpose grow with passion and win as one wed love to have you on our team.

** We know that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Even if you do not meet every qualification listed we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective transferable skills and lived experience may be exactly what were looking for. **

Job Description

As part of the MLSE Global Partnership partnership development team your primary responsibility will be assisting the team in driving net new partnerships and revenue opportunities while shaping and delivering on our new business strategy for the upcoming season.This role will touch new business and other revenue-driving opportunities across all MLSE properties including but not limited to Maple Leafs Raptors Argonauts Toronto FC and MLSE-owned venues.You will be a creative energetic and organized thought leader capable of researching evaluating and communicating key new business insights that will drive our business.

MLSEs Internship term dates are from September 8 2026 - December 18 2026

• Support the development of new sponsorship revenue opportunities through prospecting marketplace analysis existing personal networks or other means.
• Conduct analysis and research of the marketplace helping determine new emerging and open categories across each team and prepare thoughtful research reports.
• Develop various sales materials including but not limited to presentation partnership proposals overviews & summary slides.
• Support the Partnership Development Team through research (Industry best practices sourcing prospective marketing partners sharing client news etc.)
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders throughout the sales process both within the MLSE Global Partnerships team and more broadly across the company.
• Assist in the development of a full-scale go-to-market partnership strategy that sells through our unique value proposition by showcasing our thinking against their key business problems and our creative solutions.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution in a business or marketing-related field.
• Must be available Monday to Friday 9 am-5 pm with some flexibility based on needs.
• Confident user of Microsoft 360 Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint.
• Solid comprehension of marketing partnerships and research fundamentals.
• Proven to be inclusive and empathetic within a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills very comfortable with public speaking.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships both internally and externally.
• Ability to see the big picture develop insights and help shape strategic direction.
• Ability to perform well under pressure and handle multiple priorities at the same time.
• A positiveapproach incorporating integrity confidentiality and discretion.

Job Posting Compensation Range/Rate:

$38760

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Required Experience:

Intern

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1