Summer Internship

2025 Summer Internship

Stipend, Flexible hours

Early June 2025 - Mid August 2025

Spokane, WA

Reports to: TJ Crater, Event Operations Manager

OVERVIEW

The mission of Spokane Sports is to strengthen our community through the power of Sports. We create, bid on, and host impactful sports events that drive economic impact. Spokane Sports collaborates with local, regional, and national partners to make Spokane a premier sports destination.

The intent of the internship program is to provide opportunities to undergraduate/graduate students for course credit and valuable hands-on experience in large-event management. Spokane Sports will provide a diverse, behind-the-scenes experience and interns will have the opportunity to contribute to world-class events for clients and patrons. The internship program will allow participants to grow their resume and contribute meaningfully to the mission of Spokane Sports.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Successful candidates will have strong organizational and communications skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft/Google Platforms preferred.

Successful candidates will also have a proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and have a strong attention to detail.

Flexible schedule and ability to work a non-standard workweek.

Ability and willingness to travel to regional and national events as necessary.

Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs., move and set up equipment on site, and willingness to participate in event-related manual labor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Post-Event Administration Position (~5 hrs./week)

Hotel data collection

Hotel block management

Reconciliation of event budgets

Provide final numbers to update our CRM

Help manage inventory and event materials

Sponsorship Administration/Youth Sports Awards Position (~5hrs./week)

Coordination of the 2025 Spokane Youth Sports Awards

Sponsorship fulfillment needs

Proof of performance

Coordination of sponsor assets and on-site presence

Sponsorship data collection

Implementation of Sponsor CX software and asset management

Internship Program Details

5 hours/week. Flexible hours with internship taking place sometime on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays between the hours of 9am and 3pm

Course/Degree-applicable Credit Hours

Real-World/Hands-on Experience

Tangible Duties

Exposure to all aspects of Spokane Sports operations

Networking Opportunities

National/Regional partners and cooperators

Vendors and suppliers

Apparel Supplied

$1,500 Stipend at Successful Completion of Internship

Apply at spokanesports.bamboohr.com