Intern - Basketball Operations

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

UNPAID INTERNSHIP
The 3-time WNBA Champions Los Angeles Sparks are seeking Basketball Operations interns for the 2025 WNBA season. This internship program is a hands-on opportunity for students to build their work experience and learn the behind-the-scenes basketball operations of a WNBA team. Interns will participate in the day-to-day activities, such as assisting in practice set-up, administrative duties, game night and team attendant duties. Through all aspects of the basketball operations department, game day experiences, hands-on training, and mentorship opportunities, our goal is to provide aspiring professionals with the tools they need to launch their career in sports. This intern position will report under the direction of the VP of Basketball Operations.

This is a non-paid internship and is for individuals who will receive college credit.

KEY PROGRAM BENEFITS:
• Career-related hands-on experience with a professional sports team
• An inside look at all aspects of basketball operations of the Los Angeles Sparks WNBA Team
• Practical knowledge and training for day-to-day activities of the team
• Opportunity to explore different avenues of the sports industry through access to various departments
• Chance to network with key individuals around the team and league
• This is a fun, fast-paced internship that will add real work experience to your resume as well as your coursework

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
• Set-up for daily practices, work side by side with the equipment manager
• Assist with staff and player needs
• Assist with guests attending practices
• Work clock and help on court during practices
• Participating in Team Attendant training
• Work game nights in a Team Attendant Capacity
• Assist with special projects as assigned
• Attend Basketball Ops department meetings as requested
• Other duties may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
• Must be enrolled in a college or university
• Must be a rising sophomore, junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree or are currently enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited institution
• Must provide proof that you are eligible to receive college credit
• Must present themselves in a professional manner both in-person and through written communication with Basketball Ops department, Sparks staff and players
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 programs
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, lead and be detailed
• Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal
• Friendly, positive demeanor
• Ability to take direction and feedback
• Quick learner who is able to adapt and excel in various environments
• Results-oriented, positive, reliable and high-energy

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Reliable transportation; Some use of personal vehicle or alternative source of transportation
• Ability to work weekends, nights and holidays is a priority
• Must be available for all 2025 Season - Los Angeles Sparks home games (includes pre-season game)

EXPECTED AVAILABILITY:
• Game Days - up to 7 hours
• Practices - up to 12 hours per week

Please include answers to the following questions when submitting your application.
• Are you available for the duration of this internship, between April 2025 - October 2025? If not, when do you finish the Spring Term and start the Fall Term?
• When are you available to start?
• Do you acknowledge and understand this is an unpaid, college credit Internship?
• Are you available to work all Sparks home games and some office hours as needed?

The application period for the 2025 Basketball Operations internship program is open until March 18, 2025.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the intern in this position. It is not intended to give all details or a step-by-step account of the way each procedure or task is performed. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation