Ford Ice Center Amateur Hockey & Fan Development Internship – Spring 2024
The Nashville Predators Amateur Hockey and Fan Development Department is seeking an intern for the 2024 Spring Semester. This intern will assist with various aspects of the sports industry such as recruitment for Kids Club, plan and execute season events such as Goaltending Camp, and research fan development. We are looking for a very energetic and outgoing individual who has a positive, can-do attitude and has a strong desire to learn and be part of the Smashville culture. In addition to the duties and objectives listed below, students will receive the opportunity to gain exposure to different departments and entities within the Nashville Predators organization. The Nashville Predators intern program provides an educational, skill-building, hands-on experience for all participants, and a cornerstone of the program is the interns ability to earn college credit for participation in the program.
Candidates MUST be able to receive college credit for the completion of this internship. The Ford Ice Centers do not provide housing or transportation accommodations.
Amateur Hockey & Fan Development Internship Responsibilities:
- Assist the Amateur Hockey & Fan Development Department in all aspects of preparation and execution of grassroots youth/adult hockey and fan development initiatives, such as Get Out and Learn, Little Preds, Kids Club, and various on-ice programming at Bridgestone Arena and Ford Ice Center
- Provide support to department, including responding to general inquiries through email and phone, and maintaining registration databases
- Assist efforts for Kids Club member recruitment and registration at community events and team functions. Assist fulfillment of online orders.
- Assist in responding to general inquiries about Ford Ice Center programming.
- Assist with season events such as Goaltending Camp, Hockey School, and more
- Assist with web-based postings, social media and photo gallery from department initiatives.
- Research youth/adult hockey and fan development programs from around the NHL.
Nashville Predators / Ford Ice Center Internship Requirements:
- Spring semester internship duration will be approximately January – May 2024
- All internships are in person; no remote opportunities are available at this time
- Ability to work evenings and weekends within the students designated credit hour requirement when necessary
- All interns must be students at accredited colleges and universities, with the ability to earn academic credit for time spent in an internship position
- Internships are open to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors receiving college credit
- Internships do not provide compensation, housing, or transportation
- Internships do not guarantee full-time positions with the Predators upon completion
- As a condition of internship, qualified applicant will be subject to a background check, which will at a minimum include a criminal background check and character references and if applicable, may include a driving history check.
- Be able to maintain confidential information.
Candidates MUST be able to receive college credit for the completion of this internship. The Ford Ice Centers do not provide housing or transportation accommodations.
The Nashville Predators and our entities is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability status, genetic information, or any other applicable federal or state protected classification. The organization celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment for all.
To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may email [email protected].
