Company Description Elite Forces is an online gaming community founded in 1999 with a long-standing focus on esports and youth development. The organization brings together players, aspiring professionals, and mentors in a structured digital environment.
Elite Forces emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and personal growth through competitive gaming. The community offers opportunities to learn about the esports industry while developing practical, career-relevant skills. Members benefit from a supportive, inclusive culture that values collaboration and continuous improvement.
Role Description The Business Development Specialist intern will support growth initiatives for Elite Forces’ esports and youth programs. This remote internship involves identifying potential partners, sponsors, and collaborators, and assisting with lead generation efforts. The specialist will conduct market research on gaming and esports trends, analyze opportunities, and prepare reports or presentations to inform strategy. Daily tasks include communicating with prospective partners, maintaining contact lists and CRM records, and supporting online outreach campaigns. The role is internship-based, offering hands-on experience in business development within the esports and youth development space, with paid (contract) roles available, as well as revenue-sharing opportunites for investor-
partners.
Qualifications
• Strong analytical skills to assess market trends, partnership opportunities, and performance data.
• Effective communication and customer service skills to interact with partners, sponsors, and community members.
• Lead generation and market research skills to identify and qualify new business opportunities.
• Interest in esports, gaming communities, and youth development initiatives.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage time well, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with productivity tools (e.g., spreadsheets, presentation software) and basic CRM or database usage is beneficial.
• Current enrollment in or recent completion of a program related to business, marketing, communications, or a similar field is preferred.
