Partnerships Internship
€500 per month
Key Skills
Job Description
About Us At MWS, we are on a mission to become the home of game-worn culture. We do this by connecting global fanbases to the ultimate fan item: match-worn and signed shirts from the world's biggest athletes and brands around the world. We accelerate engagement, interaction and revenue by enabling our customers to access pieces of sporting history, while raising funds for the causes that matter most to our partners. And the best part? We do it all live from the kick-off. With more than 400 partners globally, we are the outright market leaders in our industry. We see ourselves as innovators, constantly looking for new ways to surprise and delight our audience. About The Role As our Partnerships Intern, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Partnerships team to maximize relationships across our global partner network. You'll be right at the center of delivering gold-standard auctions for our fans while helping build financially sustainable, high-impact partnerships with some of the biggest sports organizations in the world. You'll get hands-on experience taking full ownership of live auction workflows, analyzing performance data, and working across internal departments to make sure no two days look the same! What You'll Do Auction Ownership: Take the lead on managing the end-to-end auction process for teams within specific key markets (e.g., UK, Italy, Spain, France, Nordics, or Benelux) to ensure premium platform output. Performance Analysis: Track partnership metrics and conduct data analysis to build insightful presentations for partner feedback. Quality Control: Lead on platform quality control to guarantee a consistent gold-standard experience for every partner auction. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (Marketing, Operations, Tech) to streamline processes and optimize overall partnership management. What You Bring Education: Currently studying towards or just finished a degree in Sports Business, Commercial Sports, or another relevant field. Availability: Ready for a full-time, 6-month internship starting in February. Sports & Commercial Passion: A deep passion at the intersection of sports, fan culture, and commercial growth. Mindset: Proactive and self-motivated with a strong self-starter mentality and solid commercial acumen. Communication: Highly driven, clear communicator able to effectively articulate thoughts and feedback across diverse stakeholders. Team Player: A collaborative mindset, eager to learn, adapt, and support team members in a fast-paced environment. Legal: EU passport holder or currently enrolled at a university in the Netherlands. What We Offer Informal and Sporty Environment: Work alongside a passionate, young, international team that lives and breathes sports culture. Real Ownership and Impact: We don't do coffee runs—you'll get your own projects, real autonomy, and plenty of space for your ideas to make a tangible impact. Monthly Remuneration: An internship allowance of €500 per month. Commute Support: Travel coverage of up to €200 per month to help get you to the office (depending on your location). Paid Time Off: 5 paid days off during your 6-month internship to recharge. On-Site Gym: Full access to our in-office gym with a personal trainer, free to use whenever you like! Company Events: Awesome formal and informal team events, office drinks, and social catch-ups throughout the year. Location: Full-time based in our vibrant Amsterdam office. Our procedure Introductory video call with our Talent Acquisition Manager (± 20 min). Assessment round (± 120 min). Interview round 1 (± 45-60 min). In-office interview round 2 (± 45-60 min). Before the final interview, we'll ask you to complete a quick personality questionnaire to help us understand how your unique personality can add value to the team. Ready to grab this opportunity and conquer the international football world with us?
Core Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end live auction workflows for teams in assigned markets, ensuring high-quality platform output and a consistent partner experience. Track partnership performance, prepare data-informed partner presentations, and collaborate with Marketing, Operations, and Tech to improve partnership processes.
Requirements
Applicants should be studying toward or have recently completed a degree in Sports Business, Commercial Sports, or a related field, and be available for a full-time, six-month internship starting in February. They should have a strong interest in sports, fan culture, and commercial growth, along with initiative, commercial awareness, clear communication, and a collaborative approach; applicants must hold an EU passport or be enrolled at a university in the Netherlands.
Benefits
- Internship Allowance
- Commute Support
- Paid Time Off
- On-Site Gym Access
- Personal Trainer
- Company Events
About MatchWornShirt
Industry: Spectator Sports
Company size: 51-200 employees
At MWS we give fans and collectors the opportunity to own a moment in sporting history, bringing them closer to the game than ever before. MatchWornShirt is the global standard for authentic, live-game worn and signed sports jerseys. By partnering directly with over 400 teams and leagues around the world such as PSG, Manchester United, Chicago Bulls, AC Milan and the MLS we give fans and collectors the ultimate opportunity to own a tangible piece of sporting history. What We Do Every shirt tells a story. The mud, the sweat, the tension of the 90th minute - it’s all preserved. Through our state-of-the-art global auction platform, we work with our partners to manage the entire lifecycle of a game-worn jersey: - Direct Access: We source shirts straight from the dressing rooms of elite clubs across the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, the MLS, the NBA and many more. - Guaranteed Authenticity: We use advanced technology and a rigorous authentication processes to ensure every item is 100% genuine. - Fan Engagement: Through our global auction platform, we help sports properties deepen fan engagement and unlock new revenue opportunities while managing the full lifecycle of a game-worn jersey. - Global Reach: We connect passionate fans from over 150 different countries with the teams and players they love. Impact Beyond the Game At MWS, passion meets purpose. A significant portion of the proceeds from our auctions are dedicated to club foundations and charities worldwide. To date, we have helped raise millions for vital global and local causes. Why Join Us? We are a fast-growing, international team of sports enthusiasts, tech innovators, and digital marketers. Operating out of offices in Amsterdam, Dallas, Istanbul, Manchester and São Paulo, we are reshaping the fan experience on a global scale. Whether you're a club, charity, former athlete, or professional looking to work with the biggest names in sport, we'd love to connect.