Business Operations Intern

Sports Tech HQ is a nonprofit organization fueling Indiana’s transformation into a global hub for sports technology. Home to a world-class sports infrastructure, Indiana provides the foundation for entrepreneurs to advance innovations that elevate the game for fans, athletes, and teams. Sports Tech HQ attracts companies from around the world to join its collective, positioning them at the forefront of an industry projected to reach $100B by 2030.

The Sports Tech HQ Fall 2026 Intern will participate in a broad-based internship experience designed to provide exposure to the operations of a nonprofit organization within the sports and innovation ecosystem. This position is intended to provide hands-on professional experience with marketing/events, business development, operations/administration, and data/technology. Additionally, the intern will have the opportunity to learn directly from the Executive Director via strategic and special projects.

• Learn how to: leverage technology and artificial intelligence to enhance business efficiency while maintaining and optimizing a CRM system. This functional area will be central to the internship.

• Learn how to: plan and execute events and programs; create marketing initiatives including social media, email communications, and website updates; develop content such as presentations, promotional materials, and event recaps; track and evaluate event participation and engagement.

• Learn how to: conduct research on prospective partners, sponsors, startups, and ecosystem stakeholders; prepare partnership materials, proposals, and presentations; track relationships and organize data.

• Learn how to: coordinate schedules, meetings, and internal communications; organize and prioritize daily operational and administrative functions; analyze and improve processes and procedures.

• Learn how to: research, plan, and execute special projects; prepare for meetings, presentations, and external engagements; lead nonprofit strategy and decision-making.

• Must be currently pursuing or have recently earned a degree from an accredited undergraduate or graduate program

Fall 2026 – September 8, 2026 – December 20, 2026

4-5 days per week (approximately 30-40 hours/week)

$2000 stipend for internship term

On-site - Indianapolis, Indiana.

Relocation or housing is not available

July 31st, 2026

• 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.