Citizens · 12 hours ago
Citizens Sponsorship Internship 2026
101 JFK Parkway, Short Hills, NJ, 07078, US
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026Citizens is a leading financial institution that is seeking a Sponsorships Intern for the 2026 season. The intern will serve as an on-site liaison for sponsorship-related programs, manage ambassador programs, and assist with various event activations, primarily involving the New Jersey Devils and New York Giants.
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Responsibilities
On-site liaison between the TEAMs and Citizens for sponsorship-related programs at their respective venues, including distribution and inventory of premium giveaways and interaction with fans, lead generation, account opening, etc
Manages all aspects of Citizens Game Ready Banker ambassador program
The Game Ready Banker program consists of 8-10 Citizens colleagues who are at the TEAMs activation and the intern is responsible for coordinating schedules to ensure full coverage at gameday activations and serve as the liaison for Citizens sponsorship team
Assists with distribution of sponsorship hospitality tickets and premium items to community partners
On-site liaison between the Public Theater and Citizens for sponsorship-related programs, including distribution and inventory of premium giveaways and interaction with fans, lead generation, account opening, etc
Manages all aspects of Citizens Showtime Banker ambassador program
The Showtime Banker program consist of 8-10 Citizens colleagues who are at the Free Shakespeare in the Park activations and the intern is responsible to coordinate schedules to ensure full coverage at activations and serve as the liaison for Citizens sponsorship team
Coordinates and manages the branch ticket distributions
Liaison with Public Theater ticket staff and branch managers to ensure schedules, full coverage and prep for any giveaways and ticket line interactions
Provides general support for Sponsorships team, working on projects including virtual events, company meetings, press conferences, publications and community initiatives
Qualification
Required
On track to graduate with a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Sports Marketing, Event Management or a related field
Open to current students in New Jersey
Must be available for training dates, Giants training camp, 5 Giants home games and 15-20 Devils games/Prudential Center events including nights, weekends, and holidays, Shakespeare for the City training, 10 activations and 15 ticket distributions, as well as weekly daytime office hours and special events as needed
Successfully complete a HireVue assessment within 4 days of receiving the link. If not completed within the timeframe, your application will be automatically withdrawn from consideration
Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, writing, and organizational skills
Supervisory and project management experience recommended – interns will manage colleague ambassadors at each shift
Ability to interact and manage colleagues at different levels of the organization
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Reliable car transportation for travel in NJ and NYC
Ability to lift up to 40lbs
Preferred
Supervisory and project management experience recommended – interns will manage colleague ambassadors at each shift
Experience with social media initiatives recommended
Company
Citizens
At Citizens, we recognize that the journey to accomplishment is no longer linear and that individuals are made of all they have done and all they are going to do.
Founded in 1828
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2B2025-02-26Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2024-07-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
2014-09-23IPO
Leadership Team
Melisa Carrascoza
SVP, Business Banking Market Executive - New England South
Steve Kozek
Head of Commercial Excellence, Senior Vice President
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