Basketball Operations Intern — Front Office Exposure

Gainbridge Fieldhouse

Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY)

Hybrid

USD 21,000 - 30,000

Full time

12 hours ago

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Job summary

Pacers Sports & Entertainment is seeking a Basketball Operations Intern for Spring 2027 (January - May) to support the Basketball Operations department with daily administrative duties in Indianapolis, IN.

The intern will assist with scheduling, mail distribution, data entry into the personnel database, game preparation, and coordination with multiple departments. 40 hours per week, on-site at the Indiana Pacers facility, and reporting to the Coordinator of Basketball Operations.

Qualifications

Enrolled in a college or university program as a junior, senior, or graduate student.
Valid Driver's License
Excellent and positive attitude with an outstanding work ethic.
Ability to work on projects independently and maintain confidential information.
Vast knowledge of basketball and daily operations of a sports entity.
Excellent written and verbal skills, and ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks in a timely manner, while communicating with your supervisor often.
Willing and able to work a flexible schedule.
Ability to maintain a professional image at all times in the workplace.
Organization skills with a robust attention to detail in regards to both checking data and visual presentation of project deliverables.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

Assist with administrative needs (scheduling, mail distribution, filing, distributing supplies, assembling jobs, generating daily reports, and other assignments to ensure daily operations in the basketball facility run smoothly.)
Assist with executive needs (escort guests, transporting players, travel arrangements, restocking cabinets, etc.)
Assist the scouting department with schedule planning, draft preparation, and gathering background intel.
Help maintain the integrity of the basketball division's data including daily and periodic cleaning, maintenance, updating, and management of scouting databases.
Assist other departments as needed - Training, Player Relations, Coaching, Video, etc.
May be required to operate a company vehicle in order to complete miscellaneous internship tasks (a valid driver's license is required)
Nurture internal & external reporting procedures to back up the Basketball Operations Department.
Foster strong communication techniques and relationships primarily with the Basketball Division staff in all positions.
Periodically assist department staff on game day duties as requested.
Assist media relations department with game day and practice duties including managing media attendance, credentials, pre/postgame notes, and set up.
Other duties as assigned.