Sports Business Operations Intern

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment; Toronto; Sur place; CAD 35 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) is seeking a motivated Business Operations intern to join the Toronto FC, Toronto Argonauts and BMO Field Live Events team.

You will assist with project tracking, event planning and cross-functional collaboration across Ticketing, Marketing, Partnerships and Stadium Operations, gaining hands-on experience in the business of professional sports during the January–April 2027 internship.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Sport Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Event Management or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities and willingness to learn.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.
• Interest in the business of professional sports, event management and strategic planning.
• Knowledge of MLS, CFL and the Toronto sports landscape is considered an asset.

Responsabilités

• Support the planning, coordination and execution of key business initiatives across Toronto FC, Toronto Argonauts and BMO Field Live Events.
• Assist the Senior Manager, Business Operations with project tracking, meeting coordination, timelines, action items and stakeholder follow-ups.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including Ticketing, Marketing, Partnerships, Stadium Operations, Finance and Game Presentation, to support cross-functional initiatives.
• Prepare presentations, briefing documents, project updates and reports for internal stakeholders and leadership.
• Assist with planning and operational preparations for Toronto FC and Toronto Argonauts matches, international sporting events and other special events hosted at BMO Field.
• Participate in event-day operations and execution when required.
• Assist with coordinating site visits, meetings and logistical arrangements for external partners, event organizers and visiting teams.
• Conduct market research, benchmarking and analysis to support business planning, strategic initiatives and potential new opportunities.
• Research industry trends, best practices and initiatives across MLS, CFL and other professional sports organizations.
• Assist with supporter engagement projects, community initiatives and special events.

Formation

Post-secondary program in Sport Management or related field

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) is seeking a motivated Business Operations intern to join the Toronto FC, Toronto Argonauts and BMO Field Live Events team.

You will assist with project tracking, event planning and cross-functional collaboration across Ticketing, Marketing, Partnerships and Stadium Operations, gaining hands-on experience in the business of professional sports during the January–April 2027 internship.