About the role#
Speedway Motorsports is looking for a current college student to join the Nashville Superspeedway team as an Operations Intern. You will report to the Vice President of Operations and work alongside the Event Operations Coordinator. This role offers hands-on experience in event operations for a major sports venue. You will help prepare for annual NASCAR events and support daily operations throughout the year.
What you'll do#
- Manage data entry, filing, and spreadsheets.
- Attend department meetings and conduct research on vendors and best practices.
- Acquire project quotes and track vendor certificates of insurance.
- Assist with event materials, such as facility access maps.
- Enter expenses into budget spreadsheets.
- Collaborate with maintenance staff to track inventory and update logs.
- Coordinate event logistics including hotels, rental vehicles, and accommodations.
- Source and schedule volunteers and event staff.
- Support other departments with various tasks as needed.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Events Management, Sports Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Professionalism, dependability, and a focus on guest service.
- Ability to multitask in a busy environment.
- Ability to work irregular hours, including nights and weekends.
- Capacity to work outdoors in various elements and lift up to 50 pounds.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, paid, full-time internship located in Lebanon, Tennessee.
- The position follows a rolling term.
About Speedway Motorsports
Speedway Motorsports promotes and sponsors motorsports events across the United States. The company owns 11 racing facilities in locations such as Charlotte, Atlanta, and Las Vegas. It also manages souvenir merchandising, produces radio programming, and manufactures modified racing cars. The organization operates as a private entity with a staff of 501 to 1,000 employees based in Concord, North Carolina.
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