Merchandise Internship- 2026 BNP Paribas Open

Legends Global•Indianapolis, IN

1d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen. LEGENDS Founded in 2008, Legends is a premium experiences company with six divisions operating worldwide – Global Planning, Global Sales, Global Planning, Hospitality, Global Merchandise, and Global Technology Solutions – offering clients and partners a 360-degree data and analytics fueled service solution platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment. For more information, visit www.Legends.net and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @TheLegendsWay. GLOBAL MERCHANDISE Recognized leaders in retail and merchandising worldwide, Legends Global Merchandise provides a fully customized, customer-centric, omnichannel shopping experience for fans. Our vertical service solution allows us to provide the latest trends, styles, designs, and brand collaborations across different categories. For in-venue, e-commerce and pop-up operations, Legends sets the standard when it comes to a unique shopping experience. We pride ourselves in creating a customized portfolio of inventory based on each property and operating as a true extension of each client’s brand. Different guests want different things, and we are here to build and provide a tailored retail experience. THE ROLE This basic timeline will provide you with an idea of the diverse roles you will undertake. You will be involved in various tasks, including working with inventory processes and spending time in The Shops. You will be able to collaborate with Legends staff and leading tennis merchandise and apparel manufacturers. This experience will offer you valuable insights into the overall operations of a tennis championship. 2026 BNP Paribas Open Location: Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Indian Wells, CA Estimated Time Frame: February 16th – March 18th, 2026 POSITION DESCRIPTION-TIMELINE: This basic timeline will provide you with an idea of the diverse roles you will undertake. You will be involved in various tasks, including working with inventory processes and spending time in The Shops. You will be able to collaborate with Legends staff and leading tennis merchandise and apparel manufacturers. This experience will offer you valuable insights into the overall operations of a tennis championship. End of February Assist in receiving all merchandise for The Shops Receive product cartons Conduct inventory processes Organize and distribute merchandise around The Shops Beginning of March Assist with set-up and visual displays within The Shops Work with national vendor representatives to move products into the store Design storefront layout and displays to enhance visual appeal and attract customers Work with visuals consultant and Legends staff to create and apply visuals throughout the Shops Assist in the final preparations of the merchandise facilities Create signage; Organize the point-of-sale stations; Train volunteers Event Weeks Assist our full-time merchandise staff in running The Shops throughout the BNP Paribas event weeks (March 1 - 15) Direct over 250 employees in various areas of the merchandise operations Coordinate with vendors on product related tasks and questions Resolving customer service issues and inquiring on customer satisfaction Implement design changes to store layout to improve customer flow Post Tournament Week Assist with the breakdown of the merchandise operations Assist with any post-event sales and load out process Please click on the link below to view a video of the 2025 BNP Shops to reference our operation. https://vimeo.com/1067449125/d4210cb9e3?share=copy

Requirements

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred.
Must be friendly, self-motivated, and love meeting new people in an exciting event setting
Willingness and drive to exceed guest expectations
Must be able to work in a fast-paced and continuously changing environment
Must maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to stand, walk, bend and move throughout the venue for extended periods of time
Ability to transport up to 30 lbs on a continuous basis
Basic math skills; ability to accurately count change and balance bank
Ability to work independently or in a team during set up and to get tasks done efficiently
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and guests
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with team members along with willingness to set and maintain high standards of performance
Must be flexible to work extended hours including late nights, weekends and holidays
Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations including but not limited to Legends’ COVID Preparedness Plan and Standard Operating Procedures, complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training.
Follow and encourage your team to follow all safety policies and procedures, looking for and reporting any unsafe work conditions, and complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training.

Responsibilities

Assist in receiving all merchandise for The Shops
Receive product cartons
Conduct inventory processes
Organize and distribute merchandise around The Shops
Assist with set-up and visual displays within The Shops
Work with national vendor representatives to move products into the store
Design storefront layout and displays to enhance visual appeal and attract customers
Work with visuals consultant and Legends staff to create and apply visuals throughout the Shops
Assist in the final preparations of the merchandise facilities
Create signage
Organize the point-of-sale stations
Train volunteers
Assist our full-time merchandise staff in running The Shops throughout the BNP Paribas event weeks (March 1 - 15)
Direct over 250 employees in various areas of the merchandise operations
Coordinate with vendors on product related tasks and questions
Resolving customer service issues and inquiring on customer satisfaction
Implement design changes to store layout to improve customer flow
Assist with the breakdown of the merchandise operations
Assist with any post-event sales and load out process