Basketball Season - Event Operations & Sales Internship

Position: 2026 Basketball Season - Event Operations & Sales Internship
Basketball Event Operations and Sales Internship - Jacksonville Waves

About The UPSHOT League

The UPSHOT League is a premier women's professional basketball league built on innovation, development, and excellence-on and off the court. We're more than a league; we're a movement designed to build connection, culture, and opportunity, where players shine, fans connect, and joy multiplies.

Our mission is to inspire, unite, and grow together-to UP everyone's shot.

We are guided by four core principles that define who we are and how we lead:
• UPlift | Community
- We rise by lifting others, and we bring our communities with us.
• UPward | Positivity
- We look forward, not back. Our mindset is powered by relentless belief in what's possible.
• Upend | Opportunity
- We are game-changers. We boldly defy expectation, dismantle limits, and reimagine the future.
• UProar | Passion
- We bring energy that moves people on the court and beyond.

Upshot Game Operations Internship:

The Jacksonville Waves, part of the emerging UPSHOT Women's Basketball League, are seeking motivated and dedicated interns for our inaugural season. This is a unique opportunity to help build a team and brand from the ground up. This internship is ideal for anyone looking to gain hands-on experience in professional sports, event operations, and community engagement.

Position Overview:

The internship provides hands-on experience on game days and working community events. Interns will work closely with the Zawyer Sports & UPSHOT Front Office staff to help execute all aspects of event operations. They will also assist with office projects and community events alongside the sales team.

Timeline:

• Internship program will run from April 2026 - August 2026

The ideal candidate will have the following attributes.

• Customer Service mindset while at games, in the office and at events
• Strong communication skills
• Self-starter who takes initiative
• An open mind and willingness to learn
• Works with enthusiasm, dedication, and pride
• Strong ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

As an intern your responsibilities may include the following:

• Attend all home games of the Jacksonville Waves. (17 Home Games, plus Playoff Games)
• Assist with the set up and tear-down preparation on game days.
• Assist in the execution of theme nights and promotions.
• Assist with performance groups including anthem singers, color guards, intermission acts and other on-court activities.
• Manage the DASH auction tables throughout the game.
• Sell 50/50 raffle during the game.
• Manage the merchandise booth at games, while keeping inventory and restocking.
• Assist with off-site Season Ticket Member events and community events.
• Attend office hours during the week to gain experience in ticket sales, corporate fulfillment, business administration, and more.
• Attend Events as the Waves Mascot
• Other duties assigned

Internship Requirements

• Working towards a four-year college degree, graduate degree or recent graduate in Marketing, Business Administration, or Sports Management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook)
• Strong professional attitude
• Experience in the sports industry preferred
• Available to work every home game

Compensation:
This is a non-paid internship. If an intern needs school credit, they can receive hours.

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.

Job Questions:

Are you available to work nights, weekends, and holidays?

Do you have housing and transportation in the Jacksonville Area?

Will this internship be used for school credit? If so, how many hours needed?