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.
What You’ll Do
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
You Might Be a Great Fit If You…
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
Compensation
This is internship is eligible for either A.) unpaid with college credit or B.) paid stipend with no college credit.