Events Intern | Part-Time | Mullet Arena

Oak View Group

  • Tempe, AZ
  • $19.00 per hour
  • Training
  • Part-time
  • 7 days ago
Oak View Group:Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet. Position Summary:This hands-on internship offers the opportunity to gain valuable, real-world experience in event operations, production, and planning at a premier 5,000-seat multi-purpose venue. The Events Intern will learn how to handle challenging situations which will require strong communication skills and problem-solving. The position is designed to provide opportunities that create learning and development experiences to enhance the intern’s future career prospects.This role will pay an hourly rate of $19.00This position will remain open until November 28, 2025. About the Venue:The Facilities Division of OVG has openings on the campus of Arizona State University for the new 5,000 seat multi-purpose arena and community ice rink. The Mullet Center, a new arena opened in the Fall of 2022 and is the home of ASU Sun Devil Men’s Ice Hockey, ASU Wrestling, ASU Women's Basketball and Women’s Volleyball programs, the G-League Valley Suns, as well as variety of events, including concerts, family shows, comedy and other live events. The new community ice rink will serve as a public venue to the community and will host hockey and skating programming, youth competitions, educational opportunities and more. Responsibilities:
  • Support management to execute events, ensuring that all deliverables meet objectives, and adhere to the intended strategies, timelines, policies, and guidelines.
  • Learn about pre-event planning, day-of operations, and post-event wrap-up activities.
  • Understand the back of house/ administrative duties needed for event management such as uploading invoices, schedules, and reports; and responding to event inquiries via email or phone.
  • Participate in departmental and building meetings as needed.
  • Take on special projects and additional responsibilities as assigned by the Event Manager that will assist in the growth and development of the intern.
Qualifications:
  • Acurrent college junior, senior, or graduate student pursuing a degree in Sports Management, Business, Hospitality, or a related field, is desired.
  • Availability to work a flexible, events driven schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
  • Communicate clearly and concisely in the English language, both orally and in writing is required.
  • Must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
  • Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and a team-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to work in a high-energy environment, including standing and walking for extended periods.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference:At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds. Equal Opportunity Employer:Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

Oak View Group