Game Night Promotions Internship

NOTE: Interviews for these positions will start in Mid-July! Orientation will take place in Mid/Late September and the home schedule will begin in Early October.

Ready to launch your career in sports?
Do you want hands-on experience in the sports industry, the opportunity to work behind the scenes at live events, and a chance to build your resume with one of the premier organizations in junior hockey? Come join the Herd!
Each game, the Sioux Falls Stampede delivers one of the best fan experiences in minor league sports. From exciting promotions and crowd engagement, our team works hard, has fun, and creates unforgettable memories for thousands of fans.

About the Sioux Falls Stampede
The Sioux Falls Stampede is a Tier I junior hockey team based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, that competes in the United States Hockey League (USHL). The Stampede has won the USHL Organization of the Year Award six times and most recently captured its fourth Clark Cup Championship during the 2025-26 season. Playing at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center, the Stampede consistently rank among the nation's leaders in attendance across junior, collegiate, and semi-professional hockey. More than 40 former Stampede players have gone on to play in the NHL.

Internship Overview
This internship is for students and recent graduates looking to gain real-world experience in sports, entertainment, and event operations.
The Game Day Promotions Intern will work directly with the Director of Game Operations and assist in executing all aspects of Stampede home games. Interns will play a key role in creating an exciting game day atmosphere while learning the operational and promotional side of the sports industry.
The ideal candidate is energetic, outgoing, and passionate about sports, entertainment, and live events. They thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy interacting with fans, and are willing to jump in wherever needed to help create an exceptional game-day experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with the setup, execution, and teardown of all home games
Coordinate and execute on-ice and in-game promotions
Support sponsorship activations and partnership fulfillment
Interact with fans and help create an exceptional game-day experience
Assist with contests, giveaways, and entertainment elements
Support game presentation and production efforts
Perform additional game-day duties as assigned
What You'll Gain

Hands-on experience with a championship-caliber sports organization
Exposure to game operations, event management, sponsorship fulfillment, and fan engagement
Networking opportunities within the sports industry
Resume-building experience in a fast-paced live-event environment
A fun, energetic, and team-oriented atmosphere
Qualifications

Current college student (all class years encouraged to apply) or recent graduate
Interest in sports, event management, marketing, communications, or related fields
Ability to work the majority of the team's approximately 30 home games, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Reliable, punctual, flexible, and detail-oriented
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Most importantly, ready to have fun and create memorable experiences for our fans

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.

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