About the role#
The Football Operations Intern supports the day-to-day work of the Orlando Pirates. You will gain hands-on experience in professional sports by assisting with practice operations, game day execution, equipment management, and team logistics. This role works closely with the Director of Operations, coaching staff, and players to help the team run efficiently.
What you'll do#
- Handle practice and game setup and breakdown.
- Organize the office and manage team inventory.
- Assist with locker room preparation, equipment distribution, and player needs on game days.
- Coordinate practice logistics by preparing fields and training materials.
- Help with travel logistics, including loading equipment and preparing travel materials.
- Organize in-game promotions, pregame and intermission contests, and other events.
- Track statistics and prepare game reports.
- Maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with players, coaches, sponsors, and fans.
What you'll need#
- You must be a current college student receiving academic credit for this internship.
- Pursuing a degree in Sport Management, Business Administration, Sports Business, or a related field.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Available to work at least 20 hours per week.
- Must be available for at least two morning practices per week and all home game days.
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Reliable transportation to and from practices, games, and team events.
- Knowledge of football operations and the game of football is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Orlando, FL.
- Term: Spring and Summer 2027 (March 1, 2027, to August 31, 2027).
- Modality: On-site.
- This is an unpaid internship.
About Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates is a professional arena football organization. The team operates out of the KIA Center in Orlando, Florida. It is a privately held company with a staff size between 11 and 50 employees.
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