Sales & Basketball Operations Intern

3STEP Sports; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Bigfoot Hoops is offering a Sales & Event Operations Internship in Plano, TX. The 8-month, full-time paid internship runs January through August, with frequent travel to support major basketball events nationwide.

You will gain hands-on experience in event operations, sales, NCAA compliance, logistics, and sports business while working with seasoned leaders in the basketball industry. You’ll contribute to planning, scheduling, and execution of tournaments, manage registrations and payments, and

Qualifications

• Pursuing or holding a degree in Sport Management, Business, Marketing, or Communications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently and work evenings/weekends.
• Interest in basketball and sports business.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with coaches, teams, and customers while selling tournament and event opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with coaches, programs, facilities, and basketball organizations.
• Assist with market strategy, scheduling, and event growth across markets.
• Plan and schedule multiple basketball events throughout the season.
• Support NCAA compliance efforts for recruiting events.
• Manage team registration, payments, and customer communication.
• Assist with venue setup, tournament operations, and event breakdown.
• Serve as Site Director and onsite leader at Bigfoot Hoops tournaments.
• Travel nationwide to support major basketball events.
• Attend industry and networking events.

Skills

Communication

Sales

Event management

Customer relations

Leadership potential

Education

Sport Management or related field

Job description

Bigfoot Hoops Sales & Event Operations Internship

Location: Plano, TX

Duration: 8 Months | January–August

Employment: Full Time - Paid Internship

Travel: Frequent travel required

Application Deadline: Applications will close on October 10, 2026. Bigfoot Hoops will begin reviewing applications immediately following the deadline and will contact selected candidates regarding next steps in the hiring process.

About Bigfoot Hoops

Bigfoot Hoops is a leading youth basketball organization dedicated to creating high-level competition and exposure opportunities for athletes across the country. We host nationwide tournaments and events that bring together some of the top youth basketball programs, coaches, and players in the country.

Our events provide athletes with opportunities to compete at a high level while gaining valuable exposure to college coaches and scouts.

What You'll Do

• Communicate directly with coaches, teams, and customers while selling tournament and event opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with coaches, programs, facilities, and basketball organizations.
• Work alongside Bigfoot leadership on market strategy, including season scheduling, facility planning, event growth, and new market opportunities.
• Assist with planning and scheduling multiple basketball events throughout the season.
• Support NCAA compliance efforts for recruiting events.
• Manage team registration, payments, and customer communication.
• Assist with venue and facility setup, tournament operations, and event breakdown.
• Serve as a Site Director and onsite leader at Bigfoot Hoops tournaments.
• Travel throughout the United States to support major basketball events and tournaments.
• Attend basketball industry and networking events.
• Coordinate equipment and supplies to ensure each event is properly prepared and supported.
• Maintain organized inventory and equipment systems.
• Troubleshoot issues and make real-time decisions in a fast-paced event environment.
• Work closely with Bigfoot leadership and event staff to ensure a high-quality experience for teams, coaches, players, and families.
• Contribute to revenue growth through sales, customer relationships, and event participation.

Ideal Candidates Will Have

• A degree or current studies in Sport Management, Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• A strong interest in basketball and the sports business industry.
• A desire to grow into a leadership role within the sports industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• The ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude.
• The willingness to work extended hours, evenings, and weekends during tournament season.
• The ability and willingness to travel frequently throughout the United States.
• Previous experience in sports, event management, sales, customer service, or athletics is a plus.

Why Bigfoot Hoops?

At Bigfoot Hoops, interns aren't simply observing — they're part of the team.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in event operations, sales, customer relations, NCAA compliance, facility management, logistics, and sports business while working alongside experienced leaders in the basketball industry.

If you’re looking to turn your passion for basketball into a career, this internship provides the experience, responsibility, and industry exposure to help you take that next step.

Interested in learning more?

For additional questions about the position, please contact Kellsie Farrelly at [e-mail].

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.