What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Internship, Summer - Stadium Events position at Sports Illustrated Stadium?
Red Bull New York (“RBNY”) are one of 30 teams in Major League Soccer (MLS) and one of the league’s ten original charter clubs. Founded in 1996, RBNY has competed in MLS since its inception. RBNY’s First Team plays its home matches at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey and its Second Team plays its home matches at Montclair State University. RBNY are owned by the Austrian beverage company Red Bull GmbH, after which the team is named.
RBNY’s First Team is a three-time MLS Supporters’ Shield winner and a two-time Conference Champion, while the Second Team is the 2025 MLS NEXT Pro Champion. RBNY also operates one of the nation’s premier youth soccer development programs, spanning local partnerships across New York and New Jersey. RBNY’s Academy is ranked among the top development organizations in the country.
Purpose of this Internship
The purpose of this role is to support Sports Illustrated Stadium’s mission of delivering best-in-class live event experiences across sports, entertainment, and community programming. As part of the Stadium Events team, you will help win events, execute, elevate our fan-first environment, and ensure the venue operates at the highest standard. Your work directly contributes to building Sports Illustrated Stadium reputation as a premier destination for sports & entertainment.
This is an unpaid, for credit internship (proof that you will receive credit is required).
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:
Practical experience in the full lifecycle of event booking & execution, including prospecting & pitching to contracting and handoff to operations
Basics of evaluating event evaluation, negotiating terms, managing calendars, and partnering with promoters, agencies, rights-holders, and internal stakeholders.
Develop a strong understanding of venue economics, technical requirements, risk assessment, and the broader live entertainment and sports landscape
Relationship building and strategic sales planning
Develop and deliver venue pitch materials and tracking documents
Market trends & industry developments to identify new business opportunities.
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:
Red Bull New York is an equal opportunity employer and we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or any other classification protected by law.
RBNY’s First Team is a three-time MLS Supporters’ Shield winner and a two-time Conference Champion, while the Second Team is the 2025 MLS NEXT Pro Champion. RBNY also operates one of the nation’s premier youth soccer development programs, spanning local partnerships across New York and New Jersey. RBNY’s Academy is ranked among the top development organizations in the country.
Purpose of this Internship
The purpose of this role is to support Sports Illustrated Stadium’s mission of delivering best-in-class live event experiences across sports, entertainment, and community programming. As part of the Stadium Events team, you will help win events, execute, elevate our fan-first environment, and ensure the venue operates at the highest standard. Your work directly contributes to building Sports Illustrated Stadium reputation as a premier destination for sports & entertainment.
This is an unpaid, for credit internship (proof that you will receive credit is required).
All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:
Practical experience in the full lifecycle of event booking & execution, including prospecting & pitching to contracting and handoff to operations
Basics of evaluating event evaluation, negotiating terms, managing calendars, and partnering with promoters, agencies, rights-holders, and internal stakeholders.
Develop a strong understanding of venue economics, technical requirements, risk assessment, and the broader live entertainment and sports landscape
Relationship building and strategic sales planning
Develop and deliver venue pitch materials and tracking documents
Market trends & industry developments to identify new business opportunities.
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:
- A current college student or recent graduate with an interest in sports, live events, entertainment, or venue management.
- A strong communicator who feels comfortable interacting with internal teams and external partners
- Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks
- Proactive problem solver who takes initiatives and is excited to contribute wherever needed
- Curious, coachable, and open to feedback, with a desire to develop new skills
- Comfortable working in a team setting and collaborating with departments across the club and venue
- Interest to prospect, pitch, and close events in a competitive marketplace
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple prospects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Proficient with productivity and presentation tools
Red Bull New York is an equal opportunity employer and we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or any other classification protected by law.