Sports and Special Events Intern, Spring 2027

TheSports and Special Events Intern, Spring 2027 will assist with planning and executing IMG Academy events, including sports tournaments, team training visits, corporate meetings, student engagement initiatives, non-sports camps, and other assorted events.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support Events Department team members in preparing event production timelines, event maps, budgets, and event orders
• Help develop event operations plans to include security, restrooms, ticketing, parking, etc.
• Research and reach out to external vendors and internal partners to procure all necessary supplies and equipment for events
• Assist with set up and breakdown of all assigned events
• Aid in day-of execution for all assigned events
• Create Research and develop innovative experiences and entertainment elements for assigned events
• Coordinate on-site environment including signage displays, vendors, client check-in procedures, and elevated white glove touches
• Perform record keeping tasks and create recap documents for each assigned event
• Create guides, decks, presentations and other helpful department documents
• Other responsibilities as assigned
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethic codes

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Desire to learn event planning and execution
• Passion for sports, entertainment, and/or hospitality industries
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to work in a fast – paced, dynamic environment, and adapt to changing circumstances
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Team player with a positive approach and attitude
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Ability and desire to communicate and collaborate with a wide variety of audiences and team members

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs
• Ability to perform the physical aspects of event set up, tear down and execution
• Should be able to handle outdoor temperatures for a reasonable period of time
• Must be able to move around campus which includes gym, turf, fields, etc.
• Availability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays is required