Position: Game Operations Intern
Start Date: January 2026
End Date: August 2026 (end of season, preferred)
Position Summary
The Quad City Steamwheelers are seeking energetic and motivated college students local to the Quad Cities area for our 2025 Game Operations Internship Program. Our interns play an essential role in creating the high-energy, fan-focused environment we pride ourselves on at every home game.
This hands-on internship provides valuable experience in the sports and entertainment industry, offering opportunities to learn about event management, promotions, fan engagement, and front office operations. If you’re passionate about sports and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Assist with pre-game setup and post-game teardown, ensuring all elements are ready for fan arrival and smooth operations.
- Participate in on-field promotions and sponsored elements, engaging directly with fans and enhancing the game-day experience.
- Help organize and execute post-game activities, including jersey auctions and open skate events when applicable.
- Support game promotion planning, including research, development, and execution of new ideas.
- Maintain and organize storage and equipment areas to ensure efficiency on game days.
- Assist the Sponsorship and Ticketing Departments with various projects and initiatives.
- Participate in community events and mascot appearances, representing the Steamwheelers brand in a positive and professional manner.
- Support the front office team with administrative tasks, event prep, and operational duties as assigned.
Skills and Requirements - Must be eligible to receive college credit for the internship.
- Must be able to work the majority of home games throughout the 2025 season.
- Must be available to work a 5–8 hour office administrative shift once every 1–2 weeks.
- Availability from February through July 2026 is preferred.
- Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to fast-paced situations.
- Strong communication and organizational skills with a positive, team-first attitude.
- Must be able to troubleshoot challenges and find effective solutions.
- Must act as a team ambassador and represent the organization professionally in all interactions.
- Must be local to the Quad Cities area for the duration of the internship.
Compensation and Details - Game day shifts are unpaid; Gameday, office and community event hours count toward internship credit.
- This internship is not remote — in-person participation is required.
- Gain hands-on experience in sports operations, fan engagement, and event management.
- Build your professional résumé and make valuable connections in the sports industry.
- Opportunity for letters of recommendation and consideration for future employment based on performance.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Quad City Steamwheelers are an equal opportunity employer. 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.
