About the role#
As an Event Operations Intern, you will support the Event Operations team at Scotiabank Arena. You will help develop and maintain the Event Ready operating framework for Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors games. Your work involves creating detailed operational maps and documentation that translate complex venue requirements into clear, actionable resources for event planning and execution.
What you'll do#
- Develop spatial and visual documentation to support the Scotiabank Arena Venue Operations Handbook.
- Create, update, and maintain detailed AutoCAD drawings and operational event maps for game-day configurations.
- Document back-of-house areas, storage rooms, corridors, and event-level spaces to track operational staging and equipment.
- Conduct venue walkthroughs with operational teams to validate drawings against actual event-day conditions.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across Venue Services, Fan Services, Security, and Food & Beverage to gather requirements and document workflows.
- Identify differences between Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors configurations to ensure accurate planning.
- Maintain a centralized library of venue drawings, floor plans, and operational standards.
- Support continuous improvement of operational workflows and space utilization.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in post-secondary education in architecture, architectural technology, engineering, construction management, facility management, interior design, building sciences, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency with Autodesk AutoCAD, including the ability to create and modify detailed 2D drawings independently.
- Ability to interpret architectural drawings and translate field conditions into accurate visual documentation.
- Strong spatial awareness, technical aptitude, and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with diverse operational stakeholders.
- Interest in sports, entertainment, venue operations, and behind-the-scenes facility management.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines, and conduct regular walkthroughs throughout the arena.
- Experience with additional Autodesk products or other architectural design software is an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 4th to April 23rd)
- Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Compensation: 34,500.00 - 45,800.00 CAD
About MLSE (Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership)
MLSE operates sports franchises and entertainment venues in Canada. The company manages teams including the Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors, Toronto FC, and Toronto Argonauts. It also oversees development teams such as the Toronto Marlies and Raptors 905. The organization owns and operates venues like Scotiabank Arena and BMO Field. MLSE employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and is based in Toronto.
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