This position will support brand research and outreach efforts, assist with project management of active partnerships, and help track partner deliverables to ensure seamless execution.
About FlyQuest
Founded in 2017, FlyQuest is an esports organization dedicated to making the gaming landscape better than we found it. Guided by our core values, we chase greatness every day, striving to achieve excellence while fostering an environment where talent and creativity can flourish. We are disruptors by nature, driven by innovation and bold ideas to stay ahead in the esports industry. Success is a shared responsibility—our team takes initiative, adapts, and embraces ownership, ensuring everyone contributes to our journey. Esports should be as enjoyable as it is competitive, and we balance working hard with having fun. We love esports, full stop, and we strive to be a breath of fresh air in the industry by creating a space where all perspectives are respected and inclusion thrives. Embodying the relentless force of nature, we excel at the highest level of competition and uplift every community we engage with. Our commitment extends to supporting all esports titles and advocating for environmental sustainability, fostering creativity and risk-taking along the way.
Description
Type: Part-Time (3-Days In Office, Tues – Thurs)
Duration: 3 Months (June – August)
Location: Culver City, California
Reports to: Partnerships Manager & Partnership Lead
Indirectly Reports to: EVP, Partnerships
Department: Partnership
About the Role
FlyQuest is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Partnerships & Sales Intern to join our team. In this role, you will gain 360-degree, hands-on experience across the full partnerships lifecycle. From presale strategy and prospecting through post-sale execution and partner management. This position will support brand research and outreach efforts, assist with project management of active partnerships, and help track partner deliverables to ensure seamless execution. This position requires strong organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and an interest in the business and sales side of esports. You will work closely with the partnerships team to develop a foundational understanding of how sponsorship sales, brand activations, and partner relationships operate within a professional esports organization.
Responsibilities
- Support presale efforts by conducting brand research, identifying prospective partners, and assisting in the development of outreach materials and sales collateral.
- Assist with post-sale execution, helping coordinate partner activations and ensuring deliverables are completed on time and to standard.
- Contribute to project management of active partnerships, tracking timelines, milestones, and deliverable status across multiple partners.
- Maintain and update partner tracking systems and CRM records, ensuring accurate documentation of interactions, agreements, and pipeline activity.
- Conduct research on industry trends, competitor partnerships, and emerging sponsorship opportunities to inform prospecting and strategic decision-making.
- Collaborate with internal departments, including marketing and creative, to support the execution of partnership-related campaigns and activations.
- Assist in brainstorming and developing content concepts and activation ideas that align with partner brand objectives.
- Gain insight into the esports industry by learning how partnerships connect to the broader business operations of the organization.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a college degree in a relevant field, or demonstrated interest in Partnerships.
- Interest in sales strategy, brand partnerships, and esports/gaming sponsorships.
- Self-motivated and eager to learn in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong attention to detail
- Creative thinking and problem-solving skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic understanding of project management principles.
About FlyQuest
Founded in 2017, FlyQuest is an esports organization dedicated to making the gaming landscape better than we found it. Guided by our core values, we chase greatness every day, striving to achieve excellence while fostering an environment where talent and creativity can flourish. We are disruptors by nature, driven by innovation and bold ideas to stay ahead in the esports industry. Success is a shared responsibility—our team takes initiative, adapts, and embraces ownership, ensuring everyone contributes to our journey. Esports should be as enjoyable as it is competitive, and we balance working hard with having fun.
We love esports, full stop, and we strive to be a breath of fresh air in the industry by creating a space where all perspectives are respected and inclusion thrives. Embodying the relentless force of nature, we excel at the highest level of competition and uplift every community we engage with. Our commitment extends to supporting all esports titles and advocating for environmental sustainability, fostering creativity and risk-taking along the way.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Proficiency in operating computers, office equipment, and different software. Effective verbal and written skills. Occasional lifting, bending, and carrying items up to 15 pounds and movement around the office space. Reasonable accommodations may be made to disabled persons upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FlyQuest is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, built around the belief that everyone has the ability to showcase greatness. This vision defines us as an employer, creating a work environment where diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams. We celebrate diversity and approach inclusion seriously and thoughtfully, ensuring that everyone is welcome and has the right to succeed. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, military service, or any other protected status. Individuals with criminal histories will also be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.
Compensation Transparency Notice
The pay range provided reflects a good-faith estimate for this position in accordance with California’s Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements Law. The final offer will depend on factors such as a candidate’s experience, skills, education, and work location. Compensation may vary for roles performed outside of California. FlyQuest does not use salary history in determining compensation.
Salary
$18.42 – $18.42 per hour
