Sports Events IT & Networking Intern (Travel Ready)

SportsMEDIA Technology; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Travel expenses covered by SMT

Per diem during travel assignments

Job summary

SportsMEDIA Technology invites applications for a Sports Events IT & Network Intern. The role offers hands-on experience in live sports IT, networking, and event tech deployment at major events.

You will assist with equipment transport, network setup, and mobile support across venues, gaining exposure to Cisco/Netgear networking and Windows environments. This internship emphasizes travel to domestic and international events, with long days and physically demanding tasks.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed undergraduate degree in IT, networking, CS, or related field.
• Basic understanding of technologies described in responsibilities above.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Teams).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Work both independently and in a team.
• Quickly learn and apply new technologies.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs on a daily basis.
• Ability to travel to sporting events for 7-21 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist with loading, unloading, transporting, and deploying technical equipment at event sites.
• Lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50lbs.
• Basic Switch Connectivity and Deployment: Set up and deploy network switches using Cisco and Netgear equipment.
• Wireless Network Principles: Deploy bridges and mesh networks over large areas like golf courses and event sites.
• Network Cabling: Work with fiber optic and CAT5e cables, connectors, and deployment methods.
• Troubleshooting: Address issues across physical, data link, and network layers.
• Windows Desktop Support: Assist with Windows 10 support requests including connectivity and IPv4 configuration.
• Network Administration: Learn DHCP, DNS on Windows Server 2016/2019/2022.
• Deployment Automation: Get familiar with desktop reimaging and scripting.

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to travel

Lift 50lbs daily

Education

Undergraduate degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

Cisco switches

Netgear equipment

Windows 10 support

Job description

SportsMEDIA Technology invites applications for a Sports Events IT & Network Intern. The role offers hands-on experience in live sports IT, networking, and event tech deployment at major events.

You will assist with equipment transport, network setup, and mobile support across venues, gaining exposure to Cisco/Netgear networking and Windows environments. This internship emphasizes travel to domestic and international events, with long days and physically demanding tasks.