Intern - Athletic Operations

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada State University Athletics Department seeks dedicated interns to assist with the daily operations of our athletic programs, gaining hands-on experience in a collegiate environment. As an Intern - Athletic Operations, you will support game day preparation, equipment inventory, and general office tasks while collaborating with staff and student-athletes.

This role is ideal for students seeking exposure to collegiate athletics operations and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a degree‑seeking student with a minimum of 6 credits in the current or upcoming semester.
• Majoring or minoring in a relevant degree program for internship duties.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Practice and game day preparation and setup
• Inventory management of equipment and uniforms
• General office and administrative duties
• Other tasks as assigned by the Director of Athletics and coaching staff

Skills

Strong writing and storytelling

Interviewing

Social media familiarity

Graphic design

Higher education marketing

Social media analytics reporting

Video editing

Education

Enrolled as degree-seeking student

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Intern - Athletic Operations

Job Description: The Nevada State University Athletics Department is seeking dedicated interns to assist with the daily operations of our athletic programs.

About Nevada State University

Nevada State University, a four-year Minority Serving public institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teaching and student support are valued above all else. Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education.

In Fall 2025, the enrollment surpassed 8,400, with 8,287 undergraduate students and 117 graduate students. A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 48% are Hispanic, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 10% are Black/African American, and 22% are White. We celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diverse population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that respects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff, and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish.

In order to strengthen the university and progress its mission, the university dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meeting the evolving needs of Nevada State University, the surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada. We seek applicants who are passionate about working with this promising student population and collaborating with faculty and staff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing our institution and our community.

Having been established in 2002, Nevada State University places a special emphasis on the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Located on a developing 512-acre campus in the foothills of Henderson, Nevada, the university emphasizes high-quality instruction, exemplary service, engaging learning experiences and innovation as a means to more efficient, effective outcomes in all corners of the campus. With an enrollment surpassing 7,500 students, Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education. Nevada State University has grown to offer over 60 high-demand majors and minors. Curriculum is developed based upon the needs of communities in Nevada, business and industry, and the demands of its students. Top programs include nursing, education, business administration, biology and psychology.

Core Responsibilities

• Practice and game day preparation and setup
• Inventory management of equipment and uniforms
• General office and administrative duties
• Other tasks as assigned by the Director of Athletics and coaching staff

This position provides hands‑on experience in collegiate athletics operations and the opportunity to work closely with staff and student athletes in a dynamic, team‑oriented environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be in good academic standing and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Must be enrolled as a degree seeking student with a minimum of 6 credits in the current or upcoming semester at Nevada State
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment‑related visas)
• Majoring or minoring in a relevant degree program for the duties/responsibilities assigned for any internship positions applying to

Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered for the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong writing and storytelling abilities
• Comfortable conducting both planned and impromptu interviews
• Familiarity with social media platforms
• Basic graphic design, videography and video editing skills (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)
• Interest in higher education marketing
• Experience with social media analytics reporting

Work Hours

This position will work 10-19.5 hours per week. Student employees can work up to 19.5 hours per week.

Hourly Rate

$12.00 per hour

Application Deadline

Posting Close Date: 05/15/2027

EEO and Title IX

NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).

Steven Kenney Associate Vice President of Human Resources Title IX Coordinator 1300 Nevada State Drive Rogers Student Center #325 Henderson, NV 89002 [phone] [e-mail]

Nevada State University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Steven Kenney, Title IX Coordinator, Nevada State University, 1300 Nevada State Drive, Henderson, NV 89002, Telephone: [phone], Email: [e-mail]; to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both. Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found here.

If you need any accommodations to complete an application, please contact Human Resources at [phone].

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NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945.

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