Game Presentation Intern

Hornets-Basketball-LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE) is seeking a Game Presentation intern to support the game day operations for Charlotte Hornets home games and events. This paid, in-person internship offers hands-on exposure to event teams, props, and scheduling.

The position runs Sept 7, 2026 through Apr 23, 2027, with a 20–30 hour weekly commitment at $15.00 per hour. Ideal candidates are organized, articulate, and familiar with hospitality or events; basketball knowledge is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Outgoing personality with strong communication skills.
• Hospitality or event management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basketball is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Game Presentation with all aspects of Hornets home games and game days.
• Coordinate with entertainment teams and color guard bookings as needed.
• Support day-of rehearsals and contact groups for events.
• Help with game day props and setup.
• Prepare props and entertainment locker rooms for events.
• Attend meetings and contribute to brainstorming and research projects.
• Participate in workshops, speaker series, and intern projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Hospitality experience

Event management

Knowledge of basketball

Job description

Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE) is a leading sports and entertainment organization dedicated to excellence both on and off the court. With new leadership and a strong strategic vision, HSE is focused on building a premier NBA franchise and delivering best-in-class experiences for fans, partners, and employees.

In addition to Charlotte Hornets basketball, Spectrum Center serves as a premier venue for concerts, family shows, and major sporting events. HSE is committed to positively impacting the Charlotte community by fostering connection, inclusion, and engagement through sports and live entertainment.

HSE is seeking a Game Presentation intern to assist the Game Presentation team in the organization of Hornets home games and events, researching and planning for future events as well as other department needs.

This is a paid, in-person internship. Each intern will be paid $15.00 per hour, with the ability to work a minimum of 20 hours, maximum of 30 hours per week. The Season 2026-2027 program runs from September 7, 2026 - April 23, 2027.

Core Values

The Charlotte Hornets organization embodies the following core values:

• Integrity
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Resilience

HSE is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. HSE does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting Game Presentation with all aspects of Hornets home games and game days
• Assisting with various entertainment teams and color guard bookings as needed
• Help with day-of rehearsals and contact people for various groups
• Entertainment coordination, game day props, and set up
• Responsible for game day prep including props, entertainment locker rooms, and other setup as assigned
• Attend meetings and creatively contribute to brainstorming and research projects
• Participate fully in the internship program, including workshops, speaker series, job shadow opportunities, and the intern project.

Required Skills/ Experience/ and Abilities

To be successful in this position, you should demonstrate the following:

• Male collegiate basketball players must have exhausted their NCAA eligibility before participating in the HSE internship program.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Outgoing personality with strong communication skills
• Able to work on sensitive projects and maintain confidential information
• Able to work games and events on nights and weekends
• Ideal candidate will have hospitality or event management experience
• Maintain professionalism at all times
• Knowledge of basketball preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

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