About the role#
The Business Operations Intern supports the Rochester Americans through a mix of game day duties and office projects. You will work under the Director of Game Presentation to help with ticket operations, marketing, and community relations. This role provides hands-on experience in the professional sports industry by combining event execution with administrative tasks.
What you'll do#
- Act as an Amerks ambassador at all home games.
- Help execute in-arena game presentation activities, such as pre-game ceremonies, intermission entertainment, and promotions.
- Greet guests as they enter the arena and thank them as they leave.
- Lead fan engagement by starting chants and interacting with attendees of all ages.
- Assist with mascot duties and fan interaction.
- Answer questions from fans in a professional manner.
- Support other departments with game-day initiatives and special events.
- Complete pre-game setup and post-game cleanup tasks.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding organizational information.
What you'll need#
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You are currently pursuing an associate, bachelor, or master degree.
- Ability to attend every home game and special event throughout the Amerks season.
- Flexibility to work office hours during the week, as well as nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Strong communication skills and a detail-oriented mindset.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- A high-energy personality with the confidence to lead crowd participation.
- Capability to lift and move boxes weighing up to 20 pounds.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Rochester, New York.
- Work is on-site and includes both office and arena environments.
- This is a paid, part-time, temporary role for the 2026-2027 season.
About Buffalo Sabres
The Buffalo Sabres is a professional ice hockey team based in Buffalo, New York. The organization competes in the National Hockey League and has operated since 1970. It employs between 51 and 200 people across departments including marketing, finance, and event management. The team serves the sports industry by hosting games and managing related business operations.
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