Intern, Event Operations

Internship Session: January 2027 - June 2027Position Type: This is a part-time, temporary position. 

**Overview:**USA Football is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as the Event Operations Intern. The Event Operations Intern supports the planning, preparation and onsite execution of USA Football programs, events and competitions.

This position provides hands-on administrative and operational support to the Football Events & Operations team across areas such as event planning documents, venues, staffing, credentials, equipment, transportation, vendors, setup and breakdown, and post-event organization.

The internship is designed to provide practical experience in sports event operations while supporting the day-to-day needs of USA Football’s event portfolio. The Intern works under the direction of Events & Football Operations staff and is not responsible for independently managing operational workstreams, vendors, budgets or major event decisions.

The Events Intern will report directly to the Manager, Events.

**Job Responsibilities:*Event Planning & Administrative Support Assist with preparation of event timelines, checklists, run-of-show documents and other planning materials.

• Help maintain event files, contact lists, schedules and operational documents.
• Assist with updating project-management tools and tracking assigned tasks.
• Support preparation of staff packets, event materials and internal planning resources.
• Complete assigned research and administrative projects related to event operations.

Venue & Facility Support* Assist with collecting and organizing venue and facility information.

• Support preparation of field, facility and event-space layouts as directed.
• Help maintain venue contacts, access information and operational notes.
• Support venue setup and breakdown activities onsite.

Staffing & Credential Support* Assist with maintaining event staffing lists, schedules and contact information.

• Support staff and volunteer check-in.
• Help prepare and organize staff briefing materials.
• Assist with credential lists, credential production, organization and distribution.
• Support onsite credential and access needs under staff direction.

Equipment & Event Materials* Assist with organizing, packing and preparing equipment and event supplies.

• Support shipping, receiving, storage and return of event materials.
• Help maintain equipment and inventory lists.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of fields and operational areas.
• Identify missing or damaged equipment and communicate concerns to Events & Operations staff.

Vendor & Transportation Support* Assist with maintaining vendor and transportation schedules and contact information.

• Support coordination of vendor deliveries and assigned onsite needs.
• Help organize transportation manifests and movement information.
• Assist with parking, bus staging, loading areas and transportation coordination onsite as directed.
• Communicate vendor or transportation issues to the appropriate staff member.

Onsite Event Support* Provide hands-on operational support during USA Football programs and events.

• Assist with event setup, signage, field preparation, check-in areas and staff workspaces.
• Support staff, vendors and assigned operational areas throughout the event.
• Assist with schedule transitions, venue turnover and routine event needs.
• Communicate questions or issues promptly to Events & Operations leadership.
• Support breakdown, load-out and event closeout.

Post-Event & Administrative Support* Assist with organizing receipts, invoices, event files and post-event documentation.

• Help reconcile equipment and event materials following programs.
• Support collection and organization of post-event notes and lessons learned.
• Complete assigned follow-up tasks after events.

Cross-Functional Support* Work collaboratively with Events & Football Operations staff and other USA Football departments.

• Assist Team & Participant Services, Football Experiences and other event functions as assigned.
• Maintain professional communication with staff, vendors, volunteers and participants.
• Complete tasks in a timely manner and ask questions when direction or clarification is needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Events & Football Operations leadership.

Job Requirements:* Current college student or recent graduate pursuing a degree in sport management, event management, business, hospitality or a related field preferred.

• Prior internship, volunteer, athletics or event experience is helpful but not required.
• Interest in sports, events and operational planning.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks accurately and on time.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adjusting to changing priorities.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams preferred.
• Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends and extended event hours when required.

Work Environment:* This internship operates in a combination of remote/office and onsite event environments.

• Work may take place at football fields, stadiums, training facilities, hotels and other event venues. The Intern will regularly interact with USA Football staff, vendors, volunteers, athletes, coaches and other event stakeholders.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:* The position requires the ability to perform routine office work, including computer use and administrative tasks.

• Event responsibilities may require extended periods of standing and walking, outdoor work, and assisting with setup, breakdown and movement of event materials within reasonable workplace and safety guidelines.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel:
Domestic travel may be required depending on internship timing and assigned programs.
Travel may include USA Football events, competitions, camps, grassroots programs and other football initiatives.

Location: We are accepting applications from candidates who reside in the following states: AL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MS, NC, ND, NH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, WI, WY 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.