Sales and Marketing Intern, AVCA

Description

Headquartered in Lexington, KY, Associations International (AI) is an award-winning, client-focused association management company serving both domestic and international associations. We partner with volunteer leaders to build extraordinary communities and bring our clients’ missions to life.

As a valued partner of AI, The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA), located in Lexington, Kentucky, is seeking a creative and motivated Sales & Marketing Intern for the Spring 2027 semester who is passionate about volleyball and interested in gaining hands-on experience in sports sales, marketing, branding, and sponsorship activation. This internship provides a unique opportunity to contribute directly to the marketing and revenue-generating efforts of the AVCA, including promotion of the AVCA Spring Events and general association initiatives.

Interns will work closely with AVCA’s sales and marketing leadership, gaining behind-the-scenes exposure to sponsorship strategy, digital marketing, and brand partnerships in a national sports organization.

Requirements

Under the direction and supervision of AVCA staff members, the intern will learn:

Marketing & Promotion

· Assist in the creation and execution of marketing campaigns promoting the AVCA Match Point Championship, AVCA Spring Retreat, AVCA Small College Beach Championship, AVCA education programs, and association initiatives

· Develop and design marketing materials, including:

-Email marketing campaigns

-Personalized outreach communications

-Digital advertisements and promotional graphics

· Support social media marketing efforts across AVCA platforms, including:

-Organic content creation

-Paid social media campaign

-Performance tracking and content optimization

· Assist with website content development, including:

-Promotional copy and calls-to-action

-Sponsor advertisements and digital placements

Sales & Sponsorship Support

-Support sponsorship sales, fulfillment, and activation for the AVCA Spring Events and association initiatives

-Assist with sponsor communications and fulfillment, including logistics, deadlines, marketing assets, and onsite expectations

-Support sales lead generation and database management

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

· Strong interest in sports marketing, sales, branding, or communications, particularly within volleyball

· Creative mindset with attention to detail and strong organizational skills

· Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Canva; familiarity with digital marketing platforms is a plus

· Remote interns must utilize a personal computer for job-related functions

Goals:

· Meaningful, hands-on experience in sports marketing, sales support, and sponsorship activation

· Exposure to revenue generation and brand partnership strategies within a national sports association

WHY JOIN ASSOCIATIONS INTERNATIONAL?

We hire diverse and talented people who drive the success of our partner associations by bringing their talents, passions, and expertise to the team. We pride ourselves on creating a culture of respect and belonging and are proud to be a Best Places to Work in Kentucky award recipient since 2012!

Associations International is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. AI recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires support in applying, please reach out to our HR team at 859-340-1815.