Sales & Event Operations Intern
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4 hours ago
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Job Summary
Bigfoot Hoops is a leading organization in youth basketball known for hosting high-level nationwide tournaments and events that provide exposure for young players to college coaches and scouts
The Bigfoot Hoops Internship is an 8-month (January - August) paid position based out of our office in Plano TX. Interns will work under the guidance of Bigfoot Directors & Leadership to plan and implement Basketball events and tournaments on a weekly basis. This annual program has been the kickstart to many careers across basketball but also collegiate and professional organizations.
The goal of our Sales & Event Operations position is to provide a fully immersive experience in all aspects of sports business and create a path towards a successful career in the industry. Top performing associates have gone on to full-time positions within the sports industry with many staying on in full-time positions with both Bigfoot Hoops & other brands/departments within 3STEP Sports.
Duties Include:
- Responsible for communicating with all major customers and selling events/tournament slots to coaches and teams
- Working directly with Bigfoots leadership team on market strategy including but not limited to: setting season schedules projecting facility needs and implementing new market strategies
- Scheduling events within region and in some instances multiple events in a given week
- Assist with NCAA Compliance for recruiting events
- Registering and collecting payments from our vast customer base on a weekly basis
- Assisting with venue/facility setup and breakdown - acting as a Site Director at tournaments throughout our season
- Drive revenue growth through building/maintaining strong customer relationship
- Open to Travel across the US to large events & Tournaments
- Attend basketball networking events
- Responsible for ensuring correct equipment and supplies are packed and get to each of our facilities up and down
- Maintain systems to inventory and organize equipment
- Acting as on-site lead at Bigfoot events and tournaments
Desired Characteristics:
- Major in Sport Management Business Marketing or a related field
- Aspirations to be a leader in sports industry & Interested in working in Basketball
- Desire and ability to work in an extremely demanding fast-paced environment
- Interest in event operations or sales
- Excellent organization and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Excellent verbal communications skills
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Ability to work extended hours & Weekends
- Willing to travel frequently to various locations
- Prior event management or sales experience is a plus
For any additional questions about the role please reach out to emailprotected
3STEP Sports has an exciting opportunity for you to join a growing and leading organization in youth sport club and event management. 3STEP Sports is the largest youth sport event and club operator in the nation providing brands with the ability to impact more athletes than ever in a unique and authentic way. The 3STEP reach spans 40 states and currently serves more than 3.2 million athletes. We deliver a premier inspiring and authentic experience dedicated to perfecting every aspect of the athlete funnel. Encompassing industry-leading tournaments nationally spanning club programs premier media content and more 3STEP is the standard of the youth sports experience. Were looking for lifelong learners who enjoy working in an entrepreneurial environment that supports creativity passion and innovation. Come join us and lets get it done together!
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.
3STEP Sports has an exciting opportunity for you to join a growing and leading organization in youth sport club and event management. 3STEP Sports is the largest youth sport event and club operator in the nation providing brands with the ability to impact more athletes than ever in a unique and authentic way. The 3STEP reach spans 40 states and currently serves more than 3.2 million athletes. We deliver a premier inspiring and authentic experience dedicated to perfecting every aspect of the athlete funnel. Encompassing industry-leading tournaments nationally spanning club programs premier media content and more 3STEP is the standard of the youth sports experience. Were looking for lifelong learners who enjoy working in an entrepreneurial environment that supports creativity passion and innovation. Come join us and lets get it done together!
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.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Abinitio
- Guest Relations
- Internal Control
- Iis
- Acquisition
- Loans
About Company
3STEP Sports is the nation’s largest and most impactful youth sports club and event operator. With more than 2,500 events, 157 brands and 1.1+ million participants in nine sports each year, 3STEP has an indelible impact on athletes and families in all 50 states.
