SponsorUniversity Regional Sponsorship Scout

About SponsorUnited

SponsorUnited provides access to previously inaccessible sports and entertainment sponsorship and media data, helping properties, brands, and agencies partner more effectively and efficiently. Our proprietary platform, the SponsorUnited Pro Tool, is trusted by 96% of major professional sports teams, global brands, agencies, media companies, colleges, and vendors. Scouts use the Pro Tool to capture and organize sponsorship intelligence that contributes directly to the dataset analyzed across the sponsorship ecosystem.

Build Real-World Experience in Sports Sponsorship

SponsorUnited Scouts see sports and entertainment differently. As a Regional Sponsorship Scout, you will help uncover the brand partnerships behind teams, venues, and events in your local market, contributing to the sponsorship intelligence used across the industry.

This is a hands-on internship for curious, dependable people who want to understand how brands show up in sports and entertainment. You will learn how to identify sponsorship assets, research brand relationships, document activity accurately, and contribute directly to SponsorUnited’s database. Depending on market needs and available assignments, Scouts may also have opportunities to attend approved local events and capture sponsorship activity on-site.

Program Details

• Term: 6 months
  • Term 1: January–June
  • Term 2: July–December
• Format: Assignment-based remote internship with potential in-person venue scouting opportunities
• Location: Must reside within a 60–90 minute travel radius of a listed hiring market and be able to travel to assigned venues as needed.
• Compensation: Unpaid internship; approved event tickets and venue-access costs are provided for assigned in-person scouting opportunities
• Academic credit: Available upon school approval

Responsibilities

• Complete training on SponsorUnited’s sponsorship scouting methods, data standards, and Pro Tool platform.
• Research sponsorship activity and brand relationships across sports and entertainment properties in your market.
• Identify and document sponsorship assets, including brands, signage, activations, and other partnership activity.
• When assigned, attend approved local sports, entertainment, or cultural events and capture visible sponsorship activity on-site.
• Conduct thorough research to capture complete and accurate sponsorship information.
• Submit observations and supporting information to SponsorUnited’s sponsorship database.
• Communicate progress, questions, and scheduling needs proactively with leadership.

Who Thrives in This Role

This role is a strong fit for someone who is:

• Curious and detail-oriented: You notice what others may miss and enjoy figuring out how brands, venues, and sports properties connect.
• Self-directed: You can manage assignments independently, start work early, and take ownership of your responsibilities with appropriate guidance and support from leadership.
• Communicative: You ask questions rather than make assumptions, share updates, and raise concerns early.
• Receptive to feedback: You take notes, welcome constructive feedback, and apply it to improve quickly.
• Reliable and organized: You can protect time for the program throughout the full term and balance it responsibly with school, work, and other commitments.
• Professional and engaged: You arrive prepared, communicate respectfully, and take pride in doing thorough work.

Qualifications

• College students preferred, but not required.
• Reside within a 60–90 minute travel radius of a listed hiring market, with reliable transportation to assigned venues when applicable.
• Able to commit consistent time throughout the six-month term.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Interest in sports, entertainment, sponsorships, business intelligence, or related fields.
• Access to a reliable smartphone, computer, and internet connection.

Prior sponsorship experience may be beneficial but is not required. Candidate success is determined primarily by individual engagement, communication, willingness to learn, and commitment throughout the program.

What You’ll Gain

• Direct exposure to sponsorship activations and partnership strategy across sports and entertainment.
• A practical understanding of how brands, teams, venues, media, and agencies interact.
• Experience identifying, analyzing, and reporting sponsorship assets.
• Training and mentorship from a fast-growing sports data company.
• Flexible assignments designed to work around your school schedule.
• Academic credit where applicable and a Certificate of Completion after successful completion.

What’s Next

Successful Scouts may be eligible to join SponsorUnited’s Alumni Network of Scouts. Alumni can be considered for paid, as-needed assignments in their local markets, including opportunities to support sponsorship research and attend events when available.

Hiring Markets

SponsorUnited is actively hiring in select markets across the United States and internationally. Please refer to the current market list below this description for available locations.

Market List