Head of Strategic Partnerships (Summer Associate) Full Time NEW

Company Description

Après Corsa merges high-performance engineering with sophisticated design, embodying the definitive concept of “Petrol-Luxe.” As an emerging creative house specializing in high-end automotive design and elevated lifestyle apparel, we create custom projects that celebrate individuality, visual artistry, and raw precision. From striking racing liveries and hand-painted helmets to technical apparel collections, each design reflects our commitment to craftsmanship and innovation. Serving professional racing teams, collectors, and lifestyle enthusiasts worldwide, Après Corsa pushes boundaries to connect the thrills of the racetrack with the elegance of modern living.

Role Description

This is a high-autonomy, hybrid/remote summer associate position for the Head of Strategic Partnerships. Operating directly alongside the Founder and Creative Director, the Summer Associate will own the business development engine of Après Corsa for our Summer 2026 season (June 8th – August 14th).

This is not a passive internship; you will be responsible for actively hunting down and securing strategic brand partnerships, corporate sponsorships, and B2B wholesale accounts (such as car clubs, luxury automotive hubs, and premium cafes). You will lead the development of investor proposals and brand pitch decks, acting as the primary point of contact to drive revenue and high-velocity growth for the brand.

Compensation & Incentives

This is a non-salaried, high-incentive summer role designed for hungry self-starters. We offer an aggressive, direct 5% finder’s fee / revenue-share commission on the total cash value of any corporate sponsorships, investments, or B2B client acquisitions you successfully source and close. Your financial upside is entirely dictated by your hustle.

Qualifications

• Elite Deal-Making & Hustle: Proven ability or raw talent for networking, negotiation, and closing business development deals.

Flawless Communication: Strong presentation skills with the ability to craft compelling pitch decks that tell a premium brand story.

• Strategic & Analytical Thinking: Ability to independently research target partners, map out outreach strategies, and manage multiple pipeline leads simultaneously.

Cultural Alignment: A deep passion for motorsport culture, automotive engineering, high-end design, and luxury streetwear markets.

• Educational Background: Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Sports/Motorsport Management, Communications, or a related field.

Previous experience in premium retail, activewear sales, or collegiate motorsport partnerships (such as Formula SAE/Formula Hybrid management) is a massive plus.