Basketball Operations Intern

Position Overview

Hornets Sports & Entertainment is looking for a college student to serve as an intern for the Basketball Operations department. The Basketball Operations intern will support the members of the Basketball Operations staff with all basketball operations-related tasks. Hours will include Hornets home games throughout the semester occurring on evenings and/or weekends. 

This is a paid internship. Each intern will be paid $10.00 per hour, with the ability to work 30 hours maximum per week. The 2023-2024 season-long program runs from September 11, 2023—April 26, 2024.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with preparations for the NBA Draft and Free Agency.
• Prepare projects related to basketball strategy and scouting.
• Research NBA and college rosters and assist with database management.
• Support the front office with the planning and execution of administrative tasks.

Required Skills, Experience, and Abilities

To be successful in this position, you should demonstrate the following competencies:

Skills

• Strong knowledge of NBA and college basketball.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Be organized, dependable, responsive, and have attention to detail.
• Be professional and maintain confidentiality.

Experience

• Prior experience working in sports.
• Prior experience playing or working for a college or professional basketball team is a plus.

Education

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in law, business, computer science, statistics, sports management, and/or the desire to pursue a career in an NBA front office.

Abilities

• Ability to manage your time and work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.

• Ability to work extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to attend company events.