GAME OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP

About the Role

The participant will work under the direction of the Senior Director of Game Operations & Creative Services and the Game Ops Assistant, gaining hands-on experience in game day promotional activities for a professional sports team.

The intern will develop various skills and understand how all game night details are executed.

Responsibilities

• Preparation, set up, and tear down of Syracuse Crunch game nights.
• Help oversee game night staff, including the promo team, mascots, and ice shovelers.
• Assist with outside mascot appearances and pregame Crunch Experiences in-arena.
• Support in-game programs such as Chuck-A-Puck and intermission skates.
• Complete other projects or duties assigned by the Senior Director of Game Operations & Creative Services or any other Syracuse Crunch staff member.

Requirements

• Enrolled undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in sport management, marketing, business, or a related field.
• Strong creative and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience in sports preferred but not required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

Schedule

• Duration of the 2026-27 Syracuse Crunch season.
• All Syracuse Crunch home games.
• Additional team events (e.g., annual holiday party, community events) as needed.

Compensation

This is a non-paid internship. College credit may be granted when negotiated with your institution. Parking reimbursement is provided.