Events Intern
Please note this is an in-office position in Raleigh, NC. Local candidates are preferred, but all candidates must be able to be in the office at least 1 day per week and attend night and weekend events.
Location: Raleigh, NC (Onsite)
Duration:
☐ Pre- Season (February – End of Season)
Hours: Game Days + normally 7-10 hours/week (based on academic commitments and role needs)
Compensation: Paid internship
About the Courage Formation Program
The Courage Formation Program is the North Carolina Courage’s internship program designed for late-stage undergraduate and graduate students who are intentional about their career path and eager to contribute meaningfully to a high-performing professional sports organization.
This program is built for interns who want more than exposure - it’s for those who want responsibility, real experience, and the opportunity to learn how a world-class women’s soccer club operates behind the scenes. Interns in the Courage Formation are treated as valued contributors, not extra hands.
About the Role
The Events Intern will support day-to-day operations and special projects within the Sponsorships Department, contributing directly to the success of the Club throughout the season. This role is hands-on, fast-paced, and best suited for someone who is curious, proactive, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment.
Interns are expected to bring a strong work ethic, a growth mindset, and a willingness to learn quickly while operating with professionalism and accountability.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the planning and execution of NC Courage home games, including our pre-match party, pre-game, in-game, and post-game event operations
- Support game-day event setup and breakdown, including Fan Festival elements, signage, staging, and fan engagement activations
- Assist with coordination of vendors, performers, volunteers, and on-site staff during events
- Provide support for developing additional events including kids clinics, wellness day, golf days and community-focused activations
- Help manage and organize event equipment, supplies, and inventory
- Assist with event timelines, run-of-show documents, and logistical planning
- Support cross-departmental initiatives to ensure seamless event execution
- Capture notes, photos, and feedback to support post-event recaps and reporting
- Provide general administrative and operational support to the Events team
- Assist the department at all NC Courage home games and assigned events through general event operations responsibilities
(Responsibilities will vary by department and may evolve throughout the season.)
Learning & Development
As part of the Courage Formation, interns will:
- Gain hands-on experience within a professional sports organization
- Develop practical skills relevant to their field of study
- Receive regular feedback and coaching from their manager
- Gain exposure to matchday operations, cross-functional teams, and Club leadership
- Build a strong foundation for a career in sports, business, or related fields
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for interns who:
- Studying a degree in Sports Management, Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, Communications, or a related field from an accredited college or university
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Positive, team-oriented, and service-focused attitude
- Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the event schedule
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met or may be encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The job requires regularly lifting/pushing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifting/pushing more than 50 pounds or exerting heavy force in a wide variety of environmental conditions. The role involves standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
OUR VALUES
We hire through the lens of our Club Values:
Integrity – Transparent, trustworthy relationships with our fans and ourselves.
Community – Creating a sense of belonging in a diverse, inclusive environment
Accountability – Responsible for our words, our actions, and our results.
Respect – Regard for treating others with dignity and acceptance.
Excellence - Strive towards greatness in ourselves, club, and community and culture.
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.
