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Columbus River Dragons Internship Program

Join the Columbus River Dragons in Columbus, Georgia, and gain hands-on experience in professional sports operations, marketing, fan engagement, broadcasting, and community relations. This internship is designed for individuals seeking practical experience working alongside a professional hockey organization while developing valuable skills applicable throughout the sports industry. Interns will play an important role in supporting daily operations, game-day execution, fan experiences, and organizational initiatives while gaining exposure to multiple areas of professional sports business.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the setup, execution, and breakdown of home games and special events.
• Support in-game promotions, contests, sponsor activations, and fan engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate participants for on-ice and intermission activities.
• Provide excellent customer service to fans, partners, and guests.
• Represent the organization at community appearances and promotional events.
• Assist with social media content and promotional campaigns.
• Capture photo and video content during games, practices, and events.
• Support graphic design, video editing, and digital marketing projects.
• Help maintain brand consistency across team platforms and communications.
• Assist with live game broadcast preparation, operation, and breakdown.
• Support the production of pregame, in-game, and postgame content.
• Assist with media relations, credential distribution, and press box operations.
• Coordinate with broadcasters, media representatives, and league personnel.
• Assist with team store operations and inventory management.
• Support merchandise sales and online order fulfillment.
• Maintain merchandise displays and assist with restocking and organization.
• Assist with school visits, mascot appearances, and community outreach initiatives.
• Support promotional events, fundraising activities, and fan engagement programs.
• Help coordinate logistics for team appearances and community partnerships.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program, preferably in Sports Management, Marketing, Business, Communications, Broadcasting, Event Management, or a related field. High school seniors with relevant experience and a strong interest in sports are also encouraged to apply.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional demeanor with a positive attitude and strong customer service skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced sports environment.
• Availability to work home games, including evenings, weekends, and select holidays as required.
• Reliable transportation and housing in the Columbus, Georgia area.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience with a professional sports organization.
• Exposure to game operations, marketing, broadcasting, community relations, and event management.
• Networking opportunities with sports industry professionals and community leaders.
• Practical experience in fan engagement, event execution, and sports business operations.
• Resume-building experience in a fast-paced professional sports environment.

Schedule & Duration

• Start Date: Immediate.
• Flexible scheduling based on academic commitments and availability.
• Summer, semester-long, full-season, and extended internship opportunities available.

This is an unpaid internship intended to provide educational and professional development opportunities within the sports industry. College credit may be available where applicable.

Additional Information

Completion of the internship does not guarantee future employment. Interns are expected to maintain professional conduct and positively represent the organization at all times. A capstone project will be completed toward the end of the internship.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit: • Résumé • Cover Letter Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Columbus River Dragons are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for opportunities without regard to any protected status under applicable law. 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.