COMPANY DESCRIPTION 

At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.  

MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential. 

We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team. 

Team Overview:

The Brand & Commercial Strategy team is within the Marketing Department at MLSE and accountable for accelerating team brand growth, commercialization, and amplification of social impact through new audience, platform, and growth model development.

The Role:

Reporting to the Marketing Brand Manager, the Brand Intern will have the unique opportunity to contribute to the Brand Marketing team’s planning and execution of key brand moments across all brand portfolios. You will be able to gain first-hand experience in developing and completing various brand campaigns on both the local and national level.

MLSE’s Internship term dates are from January 9th, 2023 - April 28th 2023

Responsibilities:

• Assist with coordinating and carrying out various promotions, campaigns, and events
• Provide communication support with external stakeholders including agencies, partners, and suppliers
• Assist with drafting internal and external correspondences including meeting notes and CRM messages
• Contribute to and recommend innovative ideas and concrete solutions for upcoming brand programs
• Perform other administrative or service functions as required

Note: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience.  We invite you to please share this with us in the "Message to the Hiring Manager" section of our online application.

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution with a focus in Business / Commerce, Marketing, Strategy, or related discipline 
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to think critically while leveraging curiosity and creativity 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a high degree of attention to detail  
• Ability to multitask and meet multiple deadlines 
• Team first, positive, people-oriented, and energetic attitude
• You are fully vaccinated against Covid-19

Additional information

Apply by: October 16, 2022

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected]. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.