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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