Stadium Operations Intern - Entertainment Marketing

About the role

Internship candidates play an integral support role within the Stadium Operations Department. Throughout the season and offseason, students will gain experience by creating event materials, working on relevant projects, and building and maintaining relationships with industry professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Acrisure Stadium event management functions and operational preparations for stadium events such as concerts, Steelers games, and University of Pittsburgh football games.
• Manage multiple tasks as assigned by Stadium Operations Department involving inventory, supplies, developing resources, and other operational tasks as needed.
• Learn and apply knowledge related to venue management systems and assist with planning and execution of stadium events.
• Effectively correspond and communicate with game day team members, internal staff, and partners.
• Participate in one-on-one sessions with management dedicated to professional development and career growth.
• Assist the Entertainment Manager with an array of events and projects including Pittsburgh Steelers Games, festivals, concerts and more.
• Assist with the general set up and operation of both public and private events.
• Assist in coordinating all aspects of events including but not limited to stage and sound production, entertainment scheduling and implementation, time schedules, activities, media buying, on-site activations, vendors, sponsors, on-site displays, on-site broadcasts, and more.
• Assist with the implementation of the marketing plans for these events.
• Assist with purchasing of event supplies, organizing event operations, directing and assisting talent, participants, sponsors, vendors, media and more.

Requirements

• The internship will begin in mid-January and run through early June.
• All candidates must be eligible to receive academic credit for this opportunity and provide housing in the Pittsburgh area.
• Microsoft Office proficiency is a must.
• Student must be available 2-3 days a week between the hours of 10am and 5pm as well as select nights, weekends, and/or holidays for events.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, guest-focused operations environment.
• Effective communication skills and an interest in executing large-scale sports and events.