Venue Operations Intern | Part-Time | Moody Center at Oak View Group in US-TX-Austin

Job description

• The Venue Operations Intern at Moody Center will work alongside professionals in the live entertainment, sports, and venue management industry at a top arena. This internship will provide experience with facility operations, event management, event programming, and event execution. This intern will gain working knowledge of how to transform the arena to meet the needs of upcoming events and be involved in facility operations practices such as inventory management, conversions, material handling, and a variety of event-related tasks.
• This role pays an hourly rate of $13.00.
• This role is expected to last from October 19, 2026, and will end on January 29, 2027.
• This position will remain open until December 25, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Learn and participate in the arena conversion process alongside the Operations team, including setup and teardown of flooring, seating, barricades, staging, and event equipment.
• Assist with preparation of event materials throughout the planning and execution of major events such as Event Reports and Brief Sheets.
• Handle a portion of an event with the supervision of an Event Manager.
• Gain hands-on experience supporting daily facility operations such as receiving deliveries, transporting materials, and maintaining supply levels to ensure event readiness.
• Contribute to process improvement efforts by assisting with updates to standard operating procedures and departmental documentation.
• Take part in event operations by assisting with logistics and responding to operational needs throughout the event day.
• Shadow various departments during events aligned to the intern's interest (including Security, Guest Services, Event Services, Booking, Sustainability, etc.).
• Assist the programming team with industry hospitality by preparing gifting experiences and assembling personalized partner recognition items. Assist in research and conceptualization of creative event pitches.
• Contribute creative ideas during brainstorming sessions for future event concepts and pitch materials.
• Practice professional written communication by helping draft event experience letters and outreach messages to promoters and partners.
• Work extended and/or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

Requirements

• Interns must be currently enrolled as students at an accredited institution, which may include trade schools, community/junior colleges, or undergraduate or graduate programs.
• Interest in live events, sports facilities, venue operations, or a related field of study/interest.
• Willingness to learn new skills, take feedback, and follow safety instructions from trained staff.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills with a positive attitude toward helping others.
• Ability to stay organized, manage time effectively, and ask questions when clarification is needed.
• Comfortable performing physical tasks such as lifting, walking long distances, climbing, and working in a hands-on setting.
• Prior experience in sports, entertainment, or another operational role is helpful but not required.
• Strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and work in a team setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).

Skills

Required

• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Positive attitude toward helping others
• Strong communication skills