What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026-2027 Events & Festival Operations Internship (Fall 2026) position at Orange Bowl?
POSITION: Events & Festival Operations Intern
DEPARTMENT: Events & Operations
REPORTS TO: Chief Administrative Officer and
Manager, Events & Operations
STATUS: Internship, Unpaid, Onsite
SUMMARY: This is an exciting opportunity for an individual interested in a career in events or operations. Intern will observe, learn and develop skills necessary to explore career opportunities within the chosen field. Individual may qualify for college credit if allowed by their college/university. This position is an unpaid internship.
LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Intern will learn and be exposed to:
- Inner workings of a major non-profit sports and event organization and how it relates to the community
- Learning the basic fundamentals of festival events during bowl week leading up to game day
- Opportunity to learn skills at events such as the Orange Bowl Coaches Luncheon, Orange Bowl Kickoff Party, Orange Bowl Rhapsody, Orange Bowl VIP Pregame Party, Orange Bowl Cheer Championships and the Capital One Orange Bowl & Fan Fest.
- Exposure to the management of all logistical needs including but not limited to entertainment, catering, décor, signage, audio/visual, gifts, etc. of festival events
- Acquire knowledge through the coordination and communication of festival and committee events, event manuals and event meetings; primarily focusing on the Orange Bowl Rhapsody and the Capital One Orange Bowl Fan Fest)
- Gain knowledge with the research, presentation and management of festival annual plans, budgets, purchases, expenses, vendor agreements and operational task list
- Learn about departmental projects and requests (i.e.: wristbands, DJ needs, sponsor needs etc.)
- Other opportunities as may be available
PREREQUISITES
- Pursuing a degree and/or career in Sports Management or Event Planning
- Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Publisher and typing skills
- Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds
- Valid Driver’s License
Note: Preferred commitment of a minimum of 20 hours a week consistent with academic demands/schedule.
**NOTE: The OBC conducts background screening and drug testing as part of its pre-employment hiring process**
The OBC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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.