Overview

About the Ascend Internship Program (HBCU & HSI)

Now celebrating its first year, the Ascend Internship Program is a cornerstone of OVG’s commitment to developing diverse early-career talent and expanding pathways into the sports and live entertainment industry. Designed specifically for students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), this immersive experience combines hands-on learning, career development, and mentorship—helping interns build the skills and networks needed to launch impactful careers.

Program Highlights

• Career Readiness Workshops: Interactive sessions that equip interns with practical tools for professional success—communication, personal branding, interview prep, and workplace navigation.
• Mentorship: Each intern is paired with an OVG leader who provides guidance, coaching, and real-world insight throughout the program.
• Capstone Project: Interns collaborate on a team-based project tied to real challenges in sports and live entertainment, building strategic thinking, problem-solving, and cross-functional teamwork.
• Capstone Showcase: The program culminates in a final presentation where interns share their work and key takeaways, celebrating their growth and contributions.

This role is expected to last from May 25, 2026 and will end on August 14, 2026. 

This role pays an hourly rate of $24.00

This position will remain open until May 15, 2026.

Responsibilities

Job Duties

• Support planning and execution of Social Impact & Cultural Engagement initiatives, including heritage month activations, community programs, and internal engagement efforts.
• Assist with research, benchmarking, and data collection related to social impact, inclusivity, and cultural programming.
• Help develop internal-facing materials such as presentations, toolkits, trackers, and recaps.
• Support coordination with internal partners, Employee Resource Groups, and external community organizations.
• Contribute to impact reporting and storytelling by capturing outcomes, metrics, and key learnings.
• Participate in team meetings, workshops, and mentorship sessions as part of the Ascend program.

Intern Key Learnings

• By the end of the internship, interns will:
• Gain a foundational understanding of how social impact and cultural engagement strategies are developed and executed within a global organization.
• Build practical skills in program coordination, stakeholder engagement, research, and impact storytelling.
• Learn how values-driven initiatives align with business objectives and enhance employee and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled full-time at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) or Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) at the time of the program start
• Strong interest in social impact, inclusivity, community engagement, or cultural programming
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and collaborate across teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace preferred