Business Development Intern Summer 2027

Are you ready to bring excitement, energy, and unforgettable experiences to fans? The Lake Erie Crushers are looking for a passionate New Business Development Intern to join our dynamic team! If you love sports, enjoy building relationships, and want a career where you can make a real impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you. As a New Business Development Intern, you'll be at the heart of the Crushers' mission— connecting fans with incredible experiences, from season tickets, to suite packages, and group outings. You'll have the chance to work in a fun, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. Plus, you'll be selling more than just tickets; you'll be creating memories for families, businesses, and community groups alike.

What You’ll Do:

• Build relationships with individuals and businesses to sell season tickets, group outings, suites, fundraisers, and more.
• Help craft and execute team ticket sales strategies to hit team goals.
• Take charge of contracts, invoices, ticket production, and distribution—seeing sales through from start to finish.

What We’re Looking For:

• If you’ve got hustle and a love for connecting with people, we want to hear from you!
• Relationship Builder: Someone who thrives on making connections and providing top notch service
• Cold-Calling Pro: You’re not afraid to pick up the phone/set meetings and turn

prospects into loyal fans. Key Responsibilities

• Represent the organization with the utmost professionalism in the community.
• Generate new business by prospecting, cold calling, appointments, stadium tours, and attending networking/community events.
• Your input will be valued when we create compelling sales programs and components focused on long-term business sustainability.
• Maintain a database of contacts and sales progression using the ticketing system.
• Meet and/or exceed personal sales goals.
• Meet and/or exceed daily and weekly outbound call/appointment minimums.
• Contribute to overall operation by answering the call when assistance is needed in another area of our operation.
• Conduct research to identify potential group outing and hospitality prospects
• Work closely with other departments, including marketing, communications, food and beverage, and operations, to ensure seamless execution of gameday experience.
• Represent the Crushers at community events and mascot appearances (as needed)
• Other duties as assigned.

Who You Are:

• A self-starter with the drive to work independently but also a team player who loves

collaborating with others.

• A strategic thinker with a sharp eye for details and results.
• A leader who can handle multiple tasks and projects with ease in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
• Someone who’s excited to make every game unforgettable.

Compensation:

You will receive 15% commission for all new business sales including, groups, and season ticket memberships

Why You’ll Love It Here:

At the Lake Erie Crushers, we believe in working hard, having fun, and making a difference. You'll be joining a tight-knit, supportive team that values creativity, innovation, and a shared love for the game. We are making a huge difference in our community and doing the most important thing: Creating Memories

Join Us Today!

Ready to kick off an exciting career? Apply now to become a key player in the Lake Erie Crushers' success story. 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.