What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate - Associate's Program position at Vegas Golden Knights?
Important: **To correctly apply for the Associate role, please review the "How to Apply" section below.
Essential Functions:
Essential Functions:
Associates work alongside department leaders and cross-functional teams to support day-to-day business operations, fan engagement initiatives, event execution, and strategic projects across Foley Entertainment Group properties.
Participants gain exposure to multiple areas of the organization while developing professional skills in a fast-paced sports and entertainment environment. Department placements are determined based on organizational priorities, candidate experience, and career interests.
Program Overview:
Our sports associate’s program is designed to connect passionate, driven students with real-world experience in professional sports. We look for individuals who share our enthusiasm for the game and our mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through hockey.
Internships are open to both undergraduate and graduate students. Selected candidates will work alongside industry professionals, gaining hands-on experience across a variety of departments and business functions.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Candidates applying must be a rising college senior or current/recent graduate student at the time of entering the program.
- Must be committed and available to work for the entire length of the one-year program.
- Must have access to personal housing and transportation to and from the assigned associate program site.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required by game and event schedule.
Our Culture:
- No ego, ‘We’ not ‘Me’ approach to everything we do
- Positive energy
- Relentless work ethic
- Always advance
Internship Opportunities:
- Marketing
- Sponsorship
- Business Innovation/Analytics
- Communications
- Digital& Web
Requirements
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, particularly during games and live events
- Occasional standing, walking, and light lifting (up to 25 pounds)
- Ability to navigate stairs, ramps, and large arena environments during events
- Manual dexterity for typing, filing, and operating office and event-related equipment
- Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, signage, and event materials
- Hearing ability to participate in meetings, telephone conversations, and communicate effectively in a loud arena environment
- Ability to work in varying environments, including office settings, event spaces, and arena seating areas
- Ability to travel occasionally as required by business needs
Work Environment:
- Professional office environment during standard business operations
- Regular business hours supplemented by evenings, weekends, and holidays based on game and event schedules
- Fast-paced, deadline-driven atmosphere with shifting priorities
- Frequent interaction with executives, staff, clients, guests, and external stakeholders
- Regular attendance at sporting events, arena activations, and other business functions outside of normal office hours
- Work conducted across multiple environments, including office spaces, concourses, suites, locker room areas (as applicable), and event floors
- Exposure to large crowds, loud noise levels, and high-energy game day atmospheres
- Use of standard office equipment (computer, phone, printer) as well as event-related tools and technology
- Climate-controlled indoor office environment with variable temperatures in arena and event spaces
How to Apply:
- Applications must be submitted using the link below. Applicants who do not apply through this link will not be considered. https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/4211217/Associate
- Submit your application specifying your area of interest and professional experience.
- Your application will be reviewed by the People Culture team. The most qualified candidates will be invited to submit a video interview.
- Selected candidates will be invited to participate in live interviews with the hiring team via Teams.
Company Overview:
Foley Entertainment Group (FEG) is a leading sports and entertainment company dedicated to providing premier experiences to fans and guests. Founded by Bill Foley, FEG manages a diverse portfolio of assets built on the four pillars of Sports, Hospitality, Venues, and Foundations.