Intern, Marketing

Job Title: Marketing Intern

Department: Marketing

Supervisor: VP, Marketing

Job Classification: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Part-Time, 29 Hours per Week (September - December)

The mission of the Boston Celtics internship program is to educate its participants in all aspects of operating a professional sports organization. Through observation and practical experience, interns learn how to function in a professional environment that requires a high energy level, the ability to perform under pressure and the utilization of essential time management skills. Through these developments, the Boston Celtics strive to successfully prepare their interns to compete for positions in the professional sports industry.

• Assist with the planning and execution of key marketing initiatives and tentpole events, ensuring all activities align with the Boston Celtics' brand and objectives.

• Conduct research on fan and social trends, culminating in a comprehensive presentation to the marketing department to inform future strategies.

• Organize and maintain the marketing calendar, ensuring all events, deadlines, and key activities are accurately documented and communicated.

• Attend and capture content at various community and sponsored events, contributing to the creation of engaging and authentic marketing materials.

• Work closely with team members and other departments to support various marketing projects and campaigns.

• Experience in strategic planning is preferred, with the ability to contribute to the development and execution of marketing strategies.

• Demonstrated experience in social media and an understanding of trends and topics that intersect with basketball, including music, pop culture, and fashion.

• Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and various digital platforms.

• Extremely driven and organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying ideas clearly and concisely.

• Gain hands-on experience in sports marketing with a premier NBA team.

• Develop skills in strategic planning, social media management, and content creation.

• Enhance research and analytical abilities through trend analysis and presentations.

• Build a professional network within the sports and entertainment industry.

• Must be a junior or senior undergraduate student or graduate student

• Academic Credit

• Ability to work scheduled home games and events

The expected range of annual salary/hourly rate and potential commission, if applicable, is included below. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this/these range(s) will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market and industry considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure, performance, and standing with the company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

Hourly Rate Range: $15.00

Banner Seventeen, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants for employment are afforded equal opportunity in every area of hiring and employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy (and pregnancy related conditions), gender identity or expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, military or veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Throughout the Boston Celtics’ storied history, they have long stood for equality and respect, including drafting the first African American player, hiring the first African American coach, and playing the first all-black starting five. The Celtics have won a record 18 NBA Championships spanning six decades, including eight in a row from 1959-1966, and winning their most recent in 2024. In addition, 51 former Celtics players, management, coaches, or staff have been inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The team has been operating under local ownership since 2002.