2026 - Emerging Talent Program - Team Operations

Tampa Bay Buccaneers • Tampa, FL

13h

About The Position

The Emerging Talent Program is designed to develop the next generation of leaders in professional sports. Our mission is to attract top, early-career talent and provide meaningful, hands-on experience within the Tampa Bay Buccaneers organization.
Participants do more than observe; they contribute. Interns gain real-world experience, insider access, and a comprehensive understanding of how a professional football organization operates. The program is intentionally structured to help participants build upon their academic foundation while defining clear, career-focused goals.
Each intern is placed within a specific department while also being encouraged to explore the broader business of football through networking opportunities, a Capstone Project, and our Internship Learning Series. Throughout the program, interns collaborate with team executives and build professional relationships that extend well beyond their internship experience.
This is a paid, hourly internship running from July 13, 2026, through June 25, 2027.
The Team Operations Intern works directly with the Sr. Director and Sr. Coordinator of Team Operations in all functions of the department. This position is a supportive role assisting in the preparation and execution of team logistics.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effective time and resource management
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Active listening and interpersonal awareness
• Experience leading projects or initiatives
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
• Strong professional demeanor
• High quality work ethic has been proven to be essential in the success of this role
• The ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization is critical to success in this role
• Available to work a minimum of 40 hours per week
• Must be able to provide your own housing and transportation in the Tampa Bay area
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Completed bachelor’s or graduate degree
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or comparable tools
• Proficient with computers and standard office software
• Able to input, track, and analyze data accurately

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the sports industry preferred
• Knowledge of the travel and hospitality industry is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of all team travel
• Manage a team of training camp assistants for the duration of camp/pre-season
• Aid in the reconciliation of all billing
• Compile team travel guides
• Preparation of all collateral and supplies to be used throughout the season for team travel
• Assist with practice/other operations as needed
• Aid with graphics requests for any training camp and season needs
• Transport personnel as needed
• Assist in a wide range of other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern