Charlotte Checkers Game Operations Internship

This is a part-time, unpaid position that is game day only. No office hours required. College credit is offered.

About the role

This position is designed to assist all members of the ticketing, marketing, and corporate departments specifically during game days throughout the season. The role focuses on in-game presentation and execution with heavy interaction with the Checkers’ current fan base.

The Checkers will play a 36-game home schedule during the 2026-2027 season, starting in October 2026 and lasting until early April 2027. Playoffs can extend the season until the middle of June.

Responsibilities

• Work at least 85% of Charlotte Checkers games (weekdays and weekends)
• Assist in preparing, executing, and cleaning up game operation activities
• Support Charlotte Checkers Marketing staff in all pregame or post-game events as assigned
• Assist with in-game production and promotional activities, including:
  • Selecting contestants for on-ice games and in-game promotions
  • Finding Zamboni riders
  • Monitoring interactive concourse tables
  • Coordinating group outings
• Interact with Charlotte Checkers Hockey Operations staff, Bojangles Coliseum staff, CRVA staff, Charlotte Checkers Hockey corporate partners, and guests of Bojangles Coliseum
• Place and organize partner signage
• Conduct partnership activation including concourse marketing
• Assist staff with promotional giveaways and couponing initiatives
• Support the sales staff with in-arena fan experiences
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Pursuing a college degree in Sport Management, Marketing, or a closely related field
• Some experience in marketing and/or customer service
• Innovative, self-starter, and independent with a commitment to excellence
• Energetic, organized, and possesses excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, members, and the general public
• Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds
• Must be able to attend at least 85% (30 of 36) Charlotte Checkers Hockey home games at Bojangles Coliseum, with the potential of playoffs lasting until June
• Flexibility to work long and irregular hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays, as assigned

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, during events, the noise level may be louder than a typical work environment