Facilities Operations Intern – Event & Asset Support

IndyCar; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Penske Entertainment in Indianapolis, IN offers a Facilities Intern, College Program role supporting the Facilities Department with events and projects at IMS. You will gain exposure to facility management, temporary rentals, staffing, and vendor coordination while engaging with internal and external stakeholders during the event season.

The position is part of the College Program, requires enrollment in a college/university, and involves working some weekends and evenings with 12–40 hours per

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at an accredited college/university pursuing an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree.
• Previous experience in the College Program or at IMS is preferred.
• Strong interest in event and facility management.
• Friendly and service oriented.
• Willingness to build strong relationships.
• Ability to listen, understand, and follow oral and written direction.
• Innovative thinker and self-starter with perseverance.
• Proficient verbal/written communication and advanced computer skills.
• Adaptability and Flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the recruitment, onboarding, and execution for the Non-Profit Ecology Program.
• Participate with the Department of Corrections pre and post event cleanup initiatives.
• Monitor the Facilities email and CMMS to assign and dispatch Work Orders.
• Support the load-in and load-out of assets throughout the facility.
• Help with assigned operations and production for events during January through August 3rd.
• Problem-solve and troubleshoot unforeseen challenges during events and projects.
• Collaborate with skilled trades and internal departments along with contractors, service providers, and vendors on facility issues or requests.
• Inspect and record repairs and maintenance needed to buildings, grounds, and structures before, during, and after events.
• Support the coordination, procurement, and scheduling of temporary rentals, services, and staffing for Marquee Events.
• Coordinate and distribute credentials for Facilities personnel and external contractors/service providers/vendors.
• Provide administrative support for Facilities Department.
• Participate in all College Program professional development activities.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Event management

Facility management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Leadership

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Education

College student status

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Penske Entertainment in Indianapolis, IN offers a Facilities Intern, College Program role supporting the Facilities Department with events and projects at IMS. You will gain exposure to facility management, temporary rentals, staffing, and vendor coordination while engaging with internal and external stakeholders during the event season.

The position is part of the College Program, requires enrollment in a college/university, and involves working some weekends and evenings with 12–40 hours per