Development Intern

Naval Academy Athletic Association•Annapolis, MD

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Naval Academy Athletic Association (NAAA) seeks an enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and service-driven individual to serve as its Intern - Events and Hospitality (10-month paid internship). This role is designed for those interested in pursuing a career in athletic development, event management, or donor engagement. The Intern will play a key role in executing donor-facing events and hospitality experiences, supporting the Athletic Development team’s engagement strategy, and ensuring a high-level experience for Navy Athletics supporters. This position offers hands-on experience in Division I athletics, fundraising operations, and premium event execution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree; required - preferred in hospitality, sports management, business, or related area.
Must be eligible to work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.
Must be eligible to work on a military installation, including a willingness to submit to a background screen.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in event planning, hospitality, development, athletics administration, or a related field preferred; relevant internship or volunteer experience considered.
Excellent organizational and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
Ability to build relationships and work effectively in a team setting.
Ability to work nights and weekends for events throughout the year.
Have a strong work ethic while working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Support the planning and execution of donor engagement and stewardship events, including the annual Army-Navy Football game, Navy Football home games, Navy Basketball Hospitality, and Navy Lacrosse hospitality.
Coordinate game day hospitality operations, including credentialing, guest lists, space setup, and donor experience.
Assist with logistics for special events, including facility coordination, vendor communication, and event timelines.
Support outreach and communication efforts related to events, including invitations, confirmations, and follow-up.
Assist with donor stewardship efforts, including event-related communications, ThankView outreach, and post-event follow-up.
Provide administrative and operational support to the Athletic Development Office as needed.
Serves as a staff member of a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) - sanctioned athletics program, and understands that NCAA rules and regulations must be followed and strictly adhered to.
Maintains an understanding and awareness of applicable NCAA rules via annual compliance briefs to staff, the NCAA Manual, copies of which are maintained in the Compliance Office, regular compliance item e-mails generated by the Compliance Office, and the NCAA official website (ncaapublications.com – Div I Manual).
Immediately notifies the Compliance Office if a potential violation of NCAA rules is observed.
Understands that non-compliance with NCAA rules and regulations may be grounds for termination of employment.
Performs other duties as assigned.