2026 Fall Employee Relations Internship

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Stephen C. O’Connell Center, UF’s premier multi-purpose arena and home to Gator Athletics, concerts, and major events, seeks a motivated student or OPS worker for an Employee Relations Intern role for Fall 2026. This hands-on opportunity is ideal for students pursuing careers in HR, sport or event management, or business. This position offers the chance to gain real-world experience in a high-energy venue hosting hundreds of events annually, where your work directly impacts staff operations.

Requirements

• Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with careful attention to detail
• Comfort handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a venue environment where schedules shift around events
• Interest or coursework in HR, business, or related fields
• Strong communication and attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Canva/Adobe experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Support employee relations for a large, event-driven workforce.
• Assisting with onboarding and orientation
• Maintaining documentation and HR compliance
• Coordinating staff communications
• Supporting engagement and recognition initiatives

Benefits

• This is a paid internship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed