About the role#
USA Football is hiring an Event Operations Intern for the Winter 2027 term. This part-time, temporary role provides hands-on administrative and operational support for our programs and competitions. You will work under the direction of the Events & Football Operations team to assist with the planning, preparation, and onsite execution of events. This is a paid position.
What you'll do#
- Assist with event planning documents, including timelines, run-of-show materials, and checklists.
- Maintain operational files, contact lists, and project-management tools.
- Support venue preparations, including facility layouts, access notes, and onsite setup or breakdown.
- Manage equipment inventory, including packing, shipping, and organizing event supplies.
- Help coordinate vendor deliveries, transportation schedules, and parking logistics.
- Support staff and volunteer check-in, credential production, and briefing materials.
- Provide hands-on assistance during events with field preparation, signage, and venue turnover.
- Handle post-event tasks such as reconciling equipment, organizing invoices, and collecting lessons learned.
- Collaborate with various departments including Team & Participant Services and Football Experiences.
What you'll need#
- Current college student or recent graduate, ideally pursuing a degree in sport management, event management, business, or hospitality.
- Interest in sports and operational planning.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks accurately.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfort working in a team environment and adjusting to changing priorities.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and extended event hours when required.
- Prior internship, volunteer, or athletics experience is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- This role offers a mix of remote and onsite work.
- We are accepting applications from residents of Alabama, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, North Dakota, New Hampshire, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
- Domestic travel may be required for events, camps, and football initiatives.
About USA Football
USA Football is the official governing body for the sport in the United States. Based in Indianapolis, the nonprofit organization manages rules, tournaments, and the U.S. National Team Pathway. It employs between 51 and 200 people. The group focuses on training, health and safety standards, and grant programs for the sport.
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