Sports Administration & Event Management Internship Summer 2026 (Creative Design)
Sports Administration & Event Management 2026 Summer Internship
The National Sports Center (NSC) and Target USA CUP soccer tournament in Blaine, Minnesota is hiring interns for the summer of 2026. Interns will assist in the administrative organization of major amateur sporting events and projects sponsored by the NSC. These include Target USA CUP soccer tournament, NSC All American Cup, NSC Heat Wave 5v5 event and other leagues and camps. Responsibilities will include registration, volunteer services, housing, transportation, officials, activities, campus operations, special events, marketing, competition/programming, sponsorships and more. Excellent organizational skills and commitment to first-class service are a must. There are 8 positions available.
Dates: May 12 July 24, 2026
Hours
During the summer, hours are 40+ per week. Interns should be flexible with time, as many positions require event work in evenings and weekends. Interns MUST be available to work June 5-7, June 13, and July 9-19, 2026. The last day of the internship will be July 24, 2026 (with potential to stay through August). All positions are available for course credit as approved by your institution.
Only those who submit a cover letter and resume will be considered for the position. Deadline for application submission will be January 31, 2025. Candidates will be asked to attend an in-person interview the first two weeks of February at the National Sports Center. If alternative interview dates or methods are needed, those can be requested through the Internship Coordinator.
Compensation
All positions are paid $520/week stipend based.
Interns from outside of Minnesota have the opportunity to stay in our on-campus dormitory housing during their summer internship if needed. A drivers license is required to work at the National Sports Center.
Those interested can apply by sending an email and cover letter to kgoodrich@nscsports.org or at the link below: https://secure4.saashr.com/ta/6161455.careers?ApplyToJob=855930521&full_apply=&jobid=855930521
