Fall Operations Internship

Company: Players Sport & Social Group Location: 1708 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 Pay: $17.50 - $24.00 per hour Job Type: Part-time Work Location: In person About Players Sport & Social Group Players Sport & Social Group (PSSG) is one of Chicago's leading adult recreational sports organizations, hosting and facilitating large-scale adult sports leagues and social events across the city. We create social sport competitions that give people a fun, safe, and welcoming environment to play, compete, and connect. The Role The Sports Management Intern plays a hands-on role in the day-to-day operations of our sports leagues and events — league supervision, inventory management, staffing support, customer service, and more. It's real, resume-building experience on the operations side of sports and social entertainment, and an ideal fit for business, sports management, recreation, or physical education students who want to learn how a high-volume league operation actually runs (and have fun doing it). What You'll Do Assist in planning and running PSSG leagues and tournamentsSupervise leagues across all sports, keeping games running smoothly and on scheduleDeliver equipment to league locations and support setup and teardownProvide excellent customer service on-site and over the phoneManage equipment and t-shirt inventorySupport staffing and coordination at leagues, parties, and events on weeknights and weekendsSocialize with players and guests, and represent and promote the PSSG brand What We're Looking For Pursuing (or holding) a degree in business, sports management, physical education, or recreationAvailable approximately 30 hours per week, split between office hours and on-site at leagues/eventsFamiliarity with the city of ChicagoFriendly, outgoing, and genuinely enjoys socializing with othersInterested in sports and recreational activitiesReliable access to a car (mileage reimbursed) and a valid driver's license — required Nice to Have Past officiating or umpiring experience Schedule & Pay Employment type: Part-time internshipTerm: Fall 2026 — September 1 through December 21Pay: $17.50 - $24.00 per hourSchedule: About 30 hours per week, split between office and on-site work, including weeknight evenings and weekends Why Join Us Real operational experience running small- to large-scale sports leagues and eventsHands-on exposure to event management, logistics, inventory, and customer serviceMentorship from PSSG's operations teamA fast-paced, social environment — and a strong line on your resumePotential academic credit (if arranged with your school) and a possible pathway to future roles with PSSG Benefits Employee discountFlexible schedule Players Sport & Social Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.