EVENTS MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP

Location: Philadelphia, PA
NXT Division: Operations
Type: Temporary
Experience: Entry Level 

JOB DESCRIPTION 
NXT is seeking current college students interested in sports operations, sports education and coaching to serve as 2019 summer interns in the Philadelphia area.

This internship allows interns to play a vital role in the planning, marketing, organizing, managing and executing phases of our local and national summer lacrosse tournaments.  Interns develop a better understanding of the operations and logistics that go into running elite lacrosse events.

Application deadline is January 31st.

TIMEFRAME
The internship will run for 12 weeks from May 20th - August 5th. The pay is $250/week. Extensive weekend work is required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must be a current college student with a strong background in sports management, event planning or coaching. Applicants must possess excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills with a strong work ethic, a desire to succeed and a passion for sports. Applicants must have lodging in the Philadelphia area with access to transportation. Lacrosse experience is not necessary but highly valued. Some duties are physically demanding and applicants must be able to lift heavy equipment (50 lbs or more). Applicants must be willing to work nights and weekends.

COMPENSATION
The pay is $250/week. Extensive weekend work is required.

ABOUT NXT
The mission of NXT is to create the most innovative education programs and execute industry-leading events at exceptional venues.  NXT delivers a superior participant experience across its entire portfolio of brands.

APPLY
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to colleen.cormier@nxtsports.com.