Youth & Community Engagement Intern

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You could be part of the excitement at the Sacramento Kings. Our internship program will contribute to your education and to your professional growth and development.  Our program has a rich combination of learning and networking activities that will make your term impactful, beneficial, and yes, FUN!

Interns may be responsible for any relocation and/or housing expenses.

Position Title: Youth & Community Engagement Intern

Department: Social Impact & Inclusion

Reports to: Manager, Youth Development

FLSA: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Kings University starts October 2025, and runs through the 25-26 season!         

Job Summary: Join our team as a Youth & Community Engagement Intern, playing a vital role in our Social Responsibility department with a primary focus on youth basketball and community programs. You'll be responsible for coordinating and enhancing our youth basketball initiatives, including Courtside Class, Jr. Kings camps, clinics, and leagues. In addition to assisting with event logistics, you will collaborate with schools and community partners. This dynamic role also involves supporting donation requests and community events.

Key Responsibility Areas: As the Youth & Community Engagement Intern, you'll be a problem-solving and execution champion. Your responsibilities will extend to youth basketball and community events encompassing the following:

• Research, schedule, plan, and assist in executing all youth basketball programs and events
• Set up and break down youth basketball events
• Efficiently manage youth basketball email correspondence
• Support the preparation and distribution of Jr. Kings swag
• Conduct research on best practices in youth sports
• Maintain real-time inventory of youth basketball materials, equipment, and supplies
• Monitor and track youth basketball Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for monthly and end-of-year impact reports
• Be available to work nights and weekends

To excel in this role, you should demonstrate proficiency in the following key areas:

• Organization: Take pride in your work and workspace, ensuring efficiency and order
• Attention to Detail: Strive for excellence while maintaining a clear understanding of both the big picture and the smallest project details
• Communication: Exhibit exceptional clarity in written and verbal communication, exuding confidence in your interactions
• Quick Learning: Embrace rapid and adaptive learning, demonstrating a willingness to acquire new skills and knowledge
• Self-Reliance: Possess the ability to independently navigate challenges and see projects through to completion with minimal oversight
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Display goal-oriented ambition and creativity, showing enthusiasm for contributing to meaningful initiatives
• People Skills: Thrive in social interactions, being approachable, friendly, and an effective communicator who is easy to engage with

Join us in building a brighter future for our community through the power of youth basketball and community engagement. Your dedication and commitment will be instrumental in making a positive impact, both now and in the future.

To qualify for Kings University internships, you must be:

• Currently enrolled in college or have graduated within 12 months
• Able to commute to the downtown Sacramento office
• Able to work up to 25 hours per week

Interns will be compensated $16.50 per hour and receive benefits such as California Paid Sick Leave, discounts on Sacramento Kings merchandise, and free parking.

The Sacramento Kings Organization is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital/familial status or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.  The Sacramento Kings organization also complies with all provisions of the U.S. Government's Executive Order 11246 dated September 24, 1965 and the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor.