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Sports Management Intern - Destination KP

The Sports Facilities Companies, Kings Park, NY, United States


REPORTS TO: GENERAL MANAGER STATUS: UNPAID INTERNSHIP (COLLEGE CREDIT) About The Company Destination KP is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment destination focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Kings Park, NY. You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth. Destination KP is a managed facility by Sports Facilities Management, LLC, a Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) company. SFC is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. We provide a highly collaborative and supportive culture that raises our team members to new levels of career growth. Together, we will carve a path in a hyper‑growing industry where you will enjoy the journey and learn from the industry’s best while having some fun. SFC was awarded national recognition as a Top Workplace and is considered a workplace of choice. Our mission‑focused company is highly entrepreneurial, team‑oriented with a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service. We are growing rapidly and looking for high performers at every level to grow with us.

Internship Summary Sport Management Interns will learn how to promote and operate sports leagues, camps, clinics, tournaments, and other special events. They will be immersed in the scheduling, execution, and day‑to‑day operations of the facility assisting in any of the following areas: Events and Operations, FEC (Family Entertainment Center) and Food and Beverage. Overall, Interns will gain valuable experience in the sports and recreation industry focusing on full‑service entertainment.

Internship Overview

Interns will be cross‑trained in multiple areas throughout the facility, such as event management, venue walkthroughs and daily facility operations

Will complete an internship to gain real‑world experience in sports management, sports technology, esports & gaming

Some students may have longer or shorter practicum requirements with less time commitment; commitment length will be addressed individually

We will develop an intern schedule to accommodate any individual requirements (i.e., class commitments)

Interns may be asked to assist during special events and additional projects that are not related to their specific area

Minimum Qualifications

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong desire to learn

Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently

Demonstrate success with multi‑tasking and organizing multiple priorities

Self‑motivated and has initiative to complete tasks in a timely fashion

Working Conditions And Physical Demands

Must be willing to work outside for extended periods of time

Must be able to lift 30 pounds

Facility has intermittent noise

Preferred Requirements

Currently a student or a new graduate

A student majoring in sport management or a related field

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