Event Operations Intern

About the role

Indiana Sports Corp provides internship opportunities that immerse students in a professional working environment while introducing them to the not-for-profit industry. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to multiple national championship events while gaining experience in long-term event planning, logistics, participant services, volunteer management, venue operations, and event execution.

As the Event Operations Intern, you will play a key role in supporting the planning and execution of Indiana Sports Corp’s premier spring sporting events, including:

• USATF Indoor Track & Field National Championships (February 19–21, 2027)
• 2027 NCAA Division II Men’s & Women’s Swimming & Diving Championships (March 9–13, 2027)
• 2027 Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament (March 10–14, 2027)

In addition to these championship events, you will assist with early planning and operational preparation for the 2028 NCAA Women’s Final Four and support communications, planning, and participant outreach for the 2027 Corporate Challenge.

You will work closely with Indiana Sports Corp staff, venue partners, volunteers, sponsors, and national governing bodies to help deliver world-class sporting events in Indianapolis.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, logistics, and operational coordination for multiple championship events.
• Assist with participant registration, team services, and customer service communications.
• Support volunteer recruitment, scheduling, training, and on-site management.
• Coordinate event equipment, signage, credentials, and other operational materials.
• Assist with venue setup, event operations, and post-event breakdown.
• Help maintain event timelines, operational documents, and event manuals.
• Coordinate vendor orders, deliveries, and inventory management.
• Assist with hospitality planning and execution for athletes, coaches, officials, sponsors, and VIPs.
• Attend planning meetings and assist with meeting notes and follow-up items.
• Provide on-site operational support during practices, competitions, and ancillary events.
• Assist with communications, planning, and operational preparation for future Indiana Sports Corp events, including the 2028 NCAA Women’s Final Four and Corporate 2027 Challenge.
• Collaborate with Indiana Sports Corp staff, venue personnel, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners to ensure successful event execution.
• Represent Indiana Sports Corp as a professional ambassador within the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Event Operations team.

Requirements

• Available to work events as needed on weekends or evenings.
• Must be currently pursuing or have recently earned a degree from an accredited undergraduate or graduate program.

Skills

Required Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness and ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules.

Preferred Skills:

• Comfortable presenting to small and large groups.
• Ability to think critically and problem-solve in high-pressure situations.
• Experience working with volunteers, event participants, or customer-facing roles.
• Interest in sports, event management, or nonprofit operations.
• Previous experience in event management, athletics, recreation, venue operations, or volunteer management.

Schedule

Term: January 19th, 2027 – May 7th, 2027 (Orientation: January 19th, Last Day: May 7th, 2027).

Schedule: 4-5 days per week (approximately 30-40 hours/week).

Pay

Stipend: $2000.

Location

On-site - Indianapolis, Indiana. Relocation or housing is not available.

Deadline to apply: September 18, 2026.