Overview
Xtream Arena and the GreenState Family Fieldhouse is currently seeking outgoing, motivated students enrolled in a 2- or 4- year program for the 2022-2023 academic year to learn and assist in various aspects of venue management. Each department will hire one intern for the full academic year or one intern for each semester depending on candidate pool and the finalist’s needs. Interns will get hands-on experience hosting first-class events, including but not limited to, Iowa Heartlanders ECHL Hockey, University of Iowa Volleyball, concerts, family shows and other events. Post-graduate opportunities may be available with other venues within the OVG360 family. This internship is part of the larger Oak View Group internship and will also consist of IAVM (International Association of Venue Managers) training, weekly speaker Zoom meetings and 1:1 meetings with subject matter experts. Compensation is provided.
Responsibilities
Fieldhouse Operations:
Support the Fieldhouse Director and coordinators with event-related duties at the five-court GreenState Family Fieldhouse. Collect and organize booking files and event recaps. Assist in the development of short and long-term goal setting and client retention. Stay abreast of the recreational landscape while researching the market. Get customer service experience as a facility representative for different types of activities and events.
Qualifications