Winter Intern - Basketball Operations

The Los Angeles Sparks are seeking Basketball Operations interns for the 2026 WNBA season. This internship program is a hands-on opportunity for students to build their work experience and learn the behind-the-scenes basketball operations of a WNBA team. Interns will participate in the day-to-day activities, such as assisting in practice set-up, general equipment manager duties, administrative duties, game night and team attendant duties. Through all aspects of the basketball operations department, game day experiences, hands-on training, and mentorship opportunities, our goal is to provide aspiring professionals with the tools they need to launch their career in sports. This intern position will report to the Director of Team Operations. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: • Set-up for daily practices, work side by side with the equipment manager • Assist with staff and player needs • Assist with guests attending practices • Work clock and help on court during practices • Participating in Team Attendant training • Work game nights in a Team Attendant Capacity • Assist with special projects as assigned • Attend Basketball Ops department meetings as requested • Other duties may be assigned QUALIFICATIONS & PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: • Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university • Must be a rising sophomore, junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree or are currently enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited institution • Must provide proof that you are eligible to receive college credit • Must present themselves in a professional manner both in-person and through written communication with Basketball Ops department, Sparks staff and players • Knowledge of Microsoft 365 programs • Ability to multitask, prioritize, lead and be detailed • Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal • Friendly, positive demeanor • Ability to take direction and feedback • Quick learner who can adapt and excel in various environments • Results-oriented, positive, reliable and high-energy SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: • Reliable transportation; Some use of personal vehicle or alternative source of transportation • Ability to work weekends, nights and holidays is a priority • Must be available for all 2026 Season - Los Angeles Sparks home games (includes pre-season game) EXPECTED AVAILABILITY: • Game Days - up to 7 hours • Practices - up to 12 hours per week Please include answers to the following questions when submitting your application. • Do you acknowledge and understand this is an unpaid, college credit Internship? • Are you a rising sophomore, junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree or are currently enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited institution? • When are you available to start? • Are you available for the duration of this internship, between April 2026 - October 2026? If not, when do you finish the Spring Term and start the Fall Term? • Are you available to work all Sparks home games and some office hours as needed? The application period for the 2026 Basketball Operations internship program is open until February 15, 2026. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the intern in this position. It is not intended to give all details or a step-by-step account of the way each procedure or task is performed. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department. Reference: ECNJOBID-104-22-1-149 in the application