Events Internship (TST/TBT)
About The Position
The Tournament has grown from a unique idea amongst friends to hosting some of the hottest sporting events in the world, owning and operating The Basketball Tournament (TBT) and The Soccer Tournament (TST). TBT launched in 2014 and is now one of the most exciting events on the summer sports calendar, with a Fox Sports partnership, regional championships across the country, and a winner-take-all, $1 million prize. Every year, its open format attracts some of the best players in the world and fulfills its promise of showcasing electrifying competition. In 2023, The Tournament unveiled TST, which exploded onto the scene with a $1 million prize, billing itself as Coachella for Sports – part food festival, part sporting event. In 2024, the company launched an equal-pay women’s soccer tournament for $1 million. For more information, visit www.thetournament.com . The Tournament is seeking an Events Intern to support the Events Team for the fourth edition of The Soccer Tournament (TST) and the thirteenth edition of The Basketball Tournament (TBT) this summer. This 5-month immersive internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in live sporting events, working on projects that directly impact the fan, team and sponsor experience. We’re looking for enthusiastic, motivated, and curious interns who are eager to learn, collaborate, and contribute to a wide range of projects. This role provides a behind-the-scenes look at the fast-paced world of events and the chance to see your work come to life in high-profile venues. Throughout the internship, interns will collaborate not only with the Events Team but also with other internal departments, external vendors, and facility partners. This comprehensive experience will provide exposure to and involvement in various aspects of TST and TBT, including: Athlete Experience: Ensuring a first-class experience for teams and athletes Fan Experience: Creating memorable and engaging event experiences for attendees In-Game Entertainment: Coordinating fan entertainment elements during events Merchandise Planning & Fulfillment: Assisting with product design, inventory, and distribution Operational Logistics: Managing event setups, supplies, schedules, and other behind-the-scenes details Signage & Collateral: Designing and managing materials for on-site branding and communication Sponsorship Fulfillment: Ensuring sponsor deliverables are executed to standard. Supplies & Equipment: Coordinating resources needed for event execution Travel Logistics: Supporting travel arrangements for teams and personnel
Requirements
- An interest in sports (specifically soccer and basketball)
- Be willing to pitch in wherever needed in our start-up environment
- Extremely detail-oriented
- Highly organized
- Quick learner
- Excellent research, writing, and computer skills
- Effective communicator
- Superb time management skills
- Team-oriented with the ability to work independently
Responsibilities
- Ensuring a first-class experience for teams and athletes
- Creating memorable and engaging event experiences for attendees
- Coordinating fan entertainment elements during events
- Assisting with product design, inventory, and distribution
- Managing event setups, supplies, schedules, and other behind-the-scenes details
- Designing and managing materials for on-site branding and communication
- Ensuring sponsor deliverables are executed to standard
- Coordinating resources needed for event execution
- Supporting travel arrangements for teams and personnel
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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