Operations Intern | Highmark Stadium

ASM Global; Town of Orchard Park (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Legends Global seeks Operations Interns for New Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, NY, to support planning and execution of game-day and event operations, inventory, staffing, and service logistics. This hands-on role runs through the Buffalo Bills season, offering exposure to large-scale venue operations and cross-functional collaboration.

The internship places you with cross-functional teams to deliver an exceptional fan experience, with non-traditional hours and a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• At time of apply, must be a current student enrolled in an accredited college or university or have graduated within the past 6 months.
• Pursuing or recently completed coursework in Operations, Hospitality Management, Sports Management, Business, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility and quickly adapt to changes.
• Ability to work every single scheduled event day.
• Ability to be self-motivated and work independently and work well as a team player.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to understand written and oral direction and to communicate the same with others.

Responsibilities

• Support gameday and event operations for food & beverage outlets, assisting with inventory control, staffing coordination, and service flow across the stadium.
• Collaborate with operations and culinary teams to ensure compliance with food safety standards, quality control, and timely service during high-volume events.
• Analyze sales and operational data to help improve concession efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance the fan experience.
• Assist with vendor coordination, setup, and breakdown for NFL games and special events, gaining hands-on experience in large-scale venue operations.
• Practice safe work habits and complete company and venue safety and general compliance training.
• Maintain a pleasant and collaborative attitude towards customers, co-workers, and management.
• Adheres to the Legends Global and venue company policies.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Available to work non-traditional hours (Nights, Weekends & Holidays)

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Self-motivated

Team player

Fast-paced

Availability for evenings/weekends/hol

Education

Student status

Job description

THE ROLE

We are looking for Operations Interns to join our team at New Highmark Stadium inOrchard Park, NY. As an Operations Intern, you willsupport the planning and execution ofgame‑dayand event operations,assistwith inventory, staffing coordination, and servicelogistics. This role offershands‑onexperience inlarge‑scalevenue operations while working closely withcross‑functionalteams to deliver an exceptional fan experience. This internship will last for the entirety of the Buffalo Bills Season. If you are looking to be a part of the excitement and energy of live stadium events, this is your opportunity to join a fast-paced and team-oriented environment!

Opening in the 2026 NFL season, The New Highmark Stadium will become the new home of the Buffalo Bills. As the largest construction project in Western New York history, this stadium will havestate-of-the-arttechnology that will enhance the fan experience. Join us as we remember the past, while looking forward to the future.

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS

• Supportgamedayand event operations for food & beverage outlets,assistingwith inventory control, staffing coordination, and service flow across the stadium.
• Collaborate with operations and culinary teams to ensure compliance with food safety standards, quality control, andtimelyservice duringhigh‑volumeevents.
• Analyze sales and operational data to help improve concession efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance the fan experience.
• Assistwith vendor coordination, setup, and breakdown for NFL games andspecial events, gaining hands‑on experience in large‑scale venue operations.
• Practicesafe work habits and complete company and venue safety and general compliance training.
• Maintaina pleasant and collaborative attitude towards customers, co-workers, and management.
• Adheres to the Legends Global and venue company policies.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Available to work non-traditional hours (Nights, Weekends & Holidays)

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of theknowledge, skill, and/or abilityrequired. Reasonableaccommodationmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• At time of apply, must be a current student enrolled in an accredited college oruniversity orhave graduated within the past 6 months.
• Pursuing or recently completed coursework in Operations, Hospitality Management, Sports Management, Business, orrelatedfield.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able todemonstrateflexibility and quickly adapt to changes.
• Ability to work every single scheduled event day.
• Ability to be self‑motivated and work independently and work well as a team player.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to understand written and oral direction and to communicate the same with others.

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary starting at$18/hourcommensuratewith experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift/move/maneuver up to 75 lbs.
• Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching and repetitive motions.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Exposure to loud noises (i.e., fireworks, voices, and audio systems), flashing lights, and extreme heat/cold ****

**LEGENDS GLOBAL**

Legends Global is the premier partnertothe world’s greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world‑class live events and venues.

The LegendsGlobal culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sounds like a winning formula for you. Join us!

**NOTE:**

The essential responsibilities of this position are describedbelowtheabove headings. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.