Sponsorship Business Development Internship

About Us

Chiliz is the world’s leading sports-focused blockchain tech company and the creator of Fan Tokens and . We build a global ecosystem where fans don’t just watch the game—they become part of it. We hold official digital asset partnerships with over 70 of the world’s largest sports properties, including Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester City, and FC Barcelona.

Chiliz Sports is our specialized commercial unit. We connect global brands with high-impact platforms across top sports properties, driving commercial growth and innovative sponsorship strategies.

The Role

We are seeking an ambitious, commercial-minded Sponsorship Business Development Intern to join our team in Madrid for a 6-month placement. In this role, you will be given full autonomy alongside hands-on mentorship to drive real business development across targeted global regions.

You will dive deep into commercial deal-making, market research, presentation crafting, client briefs, and regional outreach for high-profile initiatives.

Responsibilities & Duties

1. Commercial & Regional Business Development

• Take ownership and exercise in driving business development efforts across designated international regions.

• Conduct in-depth market research, market analysis, and lead generation to identify prospective brand sponsors and partners.

• Maintain accurate tracking reports, pipeline updates, and market intelligence reports.

2. Pitching, Presentations & Client Briefs

• Craft compelling, high-quality client presentations and tailored commercial proposals for brand decision-makers.

• Analyze incoming clients' briefs to translate brand objectives into actionable sponsorship assets and opportunities.

• Support commercial strategy and activation initiatives for core projects.

3. Account & Pipeline Support

• Collaborate with senior commercial leads to manage the end-to-end sales lifecycle, from initial outreach to brief evaluation and proposal delivery.

• Prepare briefing materials and competitive landscape reports for regional client meetings.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a degree in Business Administration, Sports Management, International Business, Marketing, or a related field.

• Commercial Mindset: Strongly driven by sales, lead generation, and commercial strategy within the sports industry.

• Availability: Full-time commitment of 40 hours/week (Monday – Friday). Candidates must have the flexibility to accommodate full-time working hours alongside any academic requirements or through an eligible university agreement (convenio de prácticas).

• Autonomy & Proactivity: High degree of initiative, able to own projects independently while seeking guidance when needed.

• Technical & Analytic Skills: High proficiency in building impactful presentation decks (PowerPoint/Google Slides), analyzing data, and synthesizing client briefs.

• Language Skills: Professional working proficiency in English. Additional languages—specifically Chinese, Korean, or French—are a strong plus.

• Eligibility: Must be based in/around Madrid (or willing to relocate) and eligible for a 6-month internship agreement (convenio de prácticas) if required by university regulations.

What We Offer

• Duration: 6-month internship with full team support and direct industry exposure.

• Real Ownership: Work with real autonomy on key regional business development targets and major projects.

• Culture: Join a fast-paced, international, and passionate commercial team in the sports tech space.

• Opportunity: Possibility to transition into a full-time position upon successful completion of the internship based on performance and business needs.