Event Management Intern - Event Operations

BEST Crowd Management; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

BEST Crowd Management is offering an Event Management Intern position for hands-on experience in event security and guest services at major stadiums and arenas. This internship focuses on gameday execution, staffing logistics, and operational planning.

We seek students or recent grads in Sports Management, Hospitality, Business, or related fields with strong communication and leadership skills. The role may involve nights, weekends, and holidays, and offers a paid hourly schedule in Baton Rouge,

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in a related field.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities for fast-paced events.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in hiring, scheduling, and payroll management for event staff.
• Support setup and breakdown of event operations with security and crowd plans.
• Help lead gameday operations including staff deployment and frontline work.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Availability

Education

Pursuing or recent degree in Sports Management/Hospitality/Business/Criminal Justice

Job description

Event Management Intern – Event Operations

Location: Baton Rouge, LA - LSU

Company: BEST Crowd Management

Duration: 2026 Internship

Compensation: Paid Internship $14.00 / hourly

About BEST Crowd Management

BEST Crowd Management is a nationwide leader in event security and guest services, providing operational excellence at some of the most high-profile stadiums, arenas, and entertainment venues in the country.

Internship Overview

BEST Crowd Management is seeking motivated Event Management Interns to gain hands-on experience in Event Security & Guest Services Operations at major stadiums and arenas. This role is designed for students or recent graduates looking to develop leadership skills in large-scale event operations, crowd management, and venue security. Interns will be actively involved in gameday execution, staffing logistics, and operational planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the hiring, scheduling, and payroll management for event security and guest services staff.
• Support the set-up and breakdown of event operations, ensuring all logistics align with security and crowd management plans.
• Help lead gameday operations, including deployment of staff, troubleshooting issues, and working frontline roles as needed.
• Conduct onboarding and training for new event staff.
• Collaborate with stadium and arena leadership teams to ensure operational efficiency.
• Participate in post-event evaluations and reports to improve future operations.
• Gain exposure to venue security protocols, emergency response plans, and crowd control strategies.
• Provide hands-on support in various departments to gain a 360-degree view of event management.

What We’re Looking For

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Sports Management, Hospitality, Business, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
• Passion for live events, sports, and large-scale operations.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to problem-solve in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required for events.Willingness to work in both operational and administrative roles, gaining well-rounded experience.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in various weather conditions.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in stadium and arena operations at major venues.
• Mentorship from industry leaders in event security and crowd management.
• Networking opportunities within the sports and live event industry.
• A chance to be part of high-energy events, from professional sports games to concerts and special events.

It is the policy of BEST Crowd Management to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability in accordance with applicable federal laws. In addition, BEST Crowd Management complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. It is also the policy of BEST Crowd Management not to honor requests that employees be assigned on the basis of sex or any other classification protected by law, unless such request is based on a bona fide occupational qualification for that assignment.

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