D.C. United
Events & Operations Internship
D.C. United, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Events & Operations Internship Summary:
The D.C. United Operations team is looking for talented, hardworking undergraduate and graduate students aspiring to enter the professional sports industry to join us as interns for the spring semester of the 2025 season. Interns will have the opportunity to assist and learn about full-stadium operation and corporate/entertainment events throughout the duration of the internship, including but not limited to Soccer matches including D.C. United, Washington Spirit, and DC Power FC, UFL games, and International Friendlies.
Events and Operations Interns will be exposed to the four branches of the Audi Field Operations Department during the course of the internship - Game Operations, Event/Stadium Operations, Guest Experience, and Security. Interns will report directly to the Operations Managers to assist and shadow day-to-day tasks of the club and support the full life cycle of various events during the internship.
Audi Field internships are for college credit only. The internship allows individuals to gain valuable experience with a professional organization while getting exposure to working in an events and operations role.
Internship Duration : February 7th - May 16th, 2025
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
(including but not limited to the following): Assist with event management, set-up/breakdown for all full-stadium events and corporate/entertainment events. Assist with office maintenance projects, maintaining company equipment and event spaces, equipment storage and inventory. Assist with the accreditation of full-time staff and match day personnel. Assist with furniture sets and flips between various events. Support the planning, logistics, and execution of various stadium and event operational projects. Assist Operations Coordinators with tasks related to stadium set up and the game day event operations/guest experience staff. Create and distribute match specific accreditation for vendors and partners. Shadow Operations Managers to gain a full understanding of event day responsibilities. Assist event operations staff with supervision of the Fan Engagement Programs. Supervise concourse activations set up and breakdown. Requirements:
Eligible to receive college credit for internship Eligible to attend full-stadium events and most corporate/entertainment events Ability to work event/match days Experience in sports or events is a plus Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 Competencies (KSAs):
Coachable, hardworking, multi-tasking, and positive attitude Ability to effectively interact with staff and clients Knowledge of basic computer programs such as Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Detailed Oriented Represent D.C. United in a positive image
D.C. United is committed to uplifting our community, staff, and club. We are seeking candidates to be a part of our journey in our quest for continued organizational growth and another MLS Cup.
D.C. United will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
D.C. United is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). D.C. United reaffirms its commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity. D.C. United is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. D.C. United is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, pregnancy, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions can include hiring, termination, compensation, benefits, promotion, training selection, or other statuses or conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skills, knowledge, abilities, job performance, and other appropriate qualifications
The D.C. United Operations team is looking for talented, hardworking undergraduate and graduate students aspiring to enter the professional sports industry to join us as interns for the spring semester of the 2025 season. Interns will have the opportunity to assist and learn about full-stadium operation and corporate/entertainment events throughout the duration of the internship, including but not limited to Soccer matches including D.C. United, Washington Spirit, and DC Power FC, UFL games, and International Friendlies.
Events and Operations Interns will be exposed to the four branches of the Audi Field Operations Department during the course of the internship - Game Operations, Event/Stadium Operations, Guest Experience, and Security. Interns will report directly to the Operations Managers to assist and shadow day-to-day tasks of the club and support the full life cycle of various events during the internship.
Audi Field internships are for college credit only. The internship allows individuals to gain valuable experience with a professional organization while getting exposure to working in an events and operations role.
Internship Duration : February 7th - May 16th, 2025
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
(including but not limited to the following): Assist with event management, set-up/breakdown for all full-stadium events and corporate/entertainment events. Assist with office maintenance projects, maintaining company equipment and event spaces, equipment storage and inventory. Assist with the accreditation of full-time staff and match day personnel. Assist with furniture sets and flips between various events. Support the planning, logistics, and execution of various stadium and event operational projects. Assist Operations Coordinators with tasks related to stadium set up and the game day event operations/guest experience staff. Create and distribute match specific accreditation for vendors and partners. Shadow Operations Managers to gain a full understanding of event day responsibilities. Assist event operations staff with supervision of the Fan Engagement Programs. Supervise concourse activations set up and breakdown. Requirements:
Eligible to receive college credit for internship Eligible to attend full-stadium events and most corporate/entertainment events Ability to work event/match days Experience in sports or events is a plus Must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 Competencies (KSAs):
Coachable, hardworking, multi-tasking, and positive attitude Ability to effectively interact with staff and clients Knowledge of basic computer programs such as Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Detailed Oriented Represent D.C. United in a positive image
D.C. United is committed to uplifting our community, staff, and club. We are seeking candidates to be a part of our journey in our quest for continued organizational growth and another MLS Cup.
D.C. United will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
D.C. United is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). D.C. United reaffirms its commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity. D.C. United is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. D.C. United is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, pregnancy, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions can include hiring, termination, compensation, benefits, promotion, training selection, or other statuses or conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skills, knowledge, abilities, job performance, and other appropriate qualifications