About the role#
As an Event Operations Intern, you will support the behind-the-scenes systems that power our nationwide events. You will act as an adaptable team member, jumping into real operational work to help build schedules, organize staffing, and coordinate facility logistics. This role offers hands-on experience with event logistics and project management, providing a direct look at how large-scale sports events run from start to finish.
What you'll do#
- Build event schedules and organize staffing assignments.
- Coordinate facility details and track event shipments.
- Support workflows for tournament weekends.
- Execute and improve event operations systems.
- Collaborate across Event Operations, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Web Development.
- Perform data entry, track inventory, confirm staff, and collect feedback.
What you'll need#
- Currently a Junior or Senior in college pursuing a major in Sports Management, Business, Marketing, Event Management, or a related field.
- Ability to take direction and work autonomously.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Tech-savvy with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Organized, resourceful, and proactive approach to tasks.
- Strong communication and multitasking skills.
- Prior experience as an athlete, coach, referee, or event volunteer is preferred.
- Familiarity with Asana, Slack, or Google Workspace is preferred.
- Experience working or volunteering at tournaments or showcases is a plus.
- A local network of coaches, officials, or facilities is helpful.
Location & details#
- This internship is remote during the school year and requires being local to the Twin Cities for the summer.
- The term covers Winter 2027 through Summer 2027.
- This is a paid position.
About Prep Network
Prep Network provides analysis, rankings, and event coverage for youth and high school sports. Founded in 2012, the company is based in Plymouth, Minnesota, and maintains a staff of 11 to 50 employees. It operates several sports-specific brands covering basketball, volleyball, football, lacrosse, softball, and soccer. The organization produces over 3,000 articles monthly and manages hundreds of tournaments and showcases annually.
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