Sports Management / Business Admin - Tournaments

United Sports • Downingtown, PA

5d

About The Position

Are you passionate about sports, operations, and learning how tournaments actually run behind the scenes? Are you interested in gaining real-world experience in sports management, customer experience, and program execution? United Sports is looking for a motivated Sports Management / Business Administration Intern to support the planning, organization, and day-to-day execution of our Premier Sticks - Field Hockey & Lacrosse Tournaments. This internship is ideal for students who want hands-on exposure to tournament operations, game-day management, and the business side of sports. As a Tournaments Intern, you’ll work closely with our Tournament Directors, operations staff, and marketing team to ensure a high-quality experience for players, parents, and teams, from registration through game day.

Requirements

• Are majoring in Sports Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Have a strong interest in sports operations, tournaments, or facility management
• Are organized, dependable, and comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Enjoy working with people of all ages and providing great customer service
• Are willing to work evenings and weekends, especially during tournament events
• Communicate clearly and work well as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, organization, and execution of Premier Sticks - Field Hockey & Lacrosse Tournaments.
• Support event-day operations, including set-up and breakdown of courts, turfs, and tournament spaces
• Help prepare, organize, and manage tournament equipment such as jerseys, game balls, trophies, medals, and signage
• Provide excellent customer service by interacting with players, parents, coaches, and team managers
• Assist tournament staff with registration support, rosters, schedules, and basic administrative tasks
• Help implement tournament-related marketing initiatives, including in-facility promotion, flyer distribution, and in-person outreach
• Observe and assist tournament staff and coaches to help ensure age-appropriate instruction, fair play, and a positive environment
• Support special tournament events such as opening days, playoffs, championships, and award presentations
• Collect feedback from participants and staff to help improve league operations and player experience

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees