About the role#
MetLife Stadium is offering a Summer 2027 internship focused on the planning and execution of special events. This role provides hands-on experience with the business and operations behind large-scale productions, including concerts, private events, family shows, and sports matches. You will work alongside the Special Events team to gain professional exposure to venue management.
What you'll do#
- Observe and participate in the sales process for non-game day events, including identifying new clients and joining sales calls.
- Assist with the preparation of event proposals and contracts.
- Shadow the Special Events team through the planning, coordination, and execution phases of events.
- Develop client service skills by working with customers, vendors, and colleagues.
- Use industry tools such as the GATHER CRM system and assist with database management.
- Help create marketing materials by organizing and maintaining event photo libraries.
- Support the stadium tour program, including training tour guides and leading tours when needed.
- Participate in weekly staff meetings, department projects, and cross-department collaboration.
- Represent the stadium at private and stadium-wide events.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a college junior or senior during the Fall 2027 semester, or status as a post-graduate student.
- Strong interest in special events, sports, entertainment, or venue operations.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a busy environment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills plus strong listening abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented setting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Comfort with conducting online research.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the event schedule.
- Initiative, reliability, and a positive attitude.
Location & details#
- Location: East Rutherford, New Jersey.
- Term: May 2027 through August 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Commitment: Minimum of 3 to 4 days per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship. Academic credit is optional and can be arranged through your university.
About MetLife Stadium
MetLife Stadium is a sports facility located in East Rutherford, New Jersey. It serves as the home field for the New York Football Giants and the New York Jets. The organization operates as a privately held company. It maintains a staff of 51 to 200 employees.
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