Indiana Fever · 13 hours ago
Fan Engagement Intern - Summer 2026
Indianapolis, IN
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerIndiana Fever is part of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, dedicated to delivering best-in-class sports and entertainment experiences. They are seeking a Fan Engagement Intern to assist in community marketing initiatives, game day execution, and office responsibilities, providing a great opportunity for those interested in starting a career in the sports industry.
BasketballSportsSports Leagues and Teams
Responsibilities
Effectively engage with current and prospective fans using promotional strategies
Assist with our Fan Van calendar and interact with our community partners
Travel to events in Indianapolis and surrounding communities
Set up, tear down, maintain, and facilitate fan engagement activities, including our prize giveaways
Set up and tear down fan engagement activities around the arena
Manage prize giveaway stations, photo booth activations, autograph signings, and family fun activities
Coordinate game day DJs and other entertainers
Distribute special guest prize packs
Manage general administrative responsibilities as requested
Maintain inventory of promotional materials
Restock and organize prizes for game day giveaways
Research fan van opportunities across Indiana
Participate in discussions regarding marketing and promotional strategies
Support the strategy and activation of the Bicentennial Unity Plaza
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Enrolled in a college or university program as a junior, senior, or graduate student
Business or sports-related majors with experience in a marketing, customer experience, or fan-facing role are preferred
Passionate about working in the sports industry
Self-motivated to meet or exceed desired team and individual goals
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
Strong critical thinking skills to solve problems independently and efficiently
Ability to approach and engage with the community in a professional and friendly manner
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with teammates
Positive and motivated attitude in all situations
Open to feedback, guidance, and direction as it pertains to job performance and personal growth
Punctual and effectively manages their time
Reliable, responsible, and works with integrity
Ability to adapt to changing priorities while still meeting or exceeding expected goals
Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to follow procedures for handing out gift/incentive items
Proficient in Microsoft Office products, such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, etc
Ability to define problems, collect information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make recommendations
Must be able, through creative, logical, and technical means, to see projects through to completion
Preferred
Experience in a marketing, customer experience, or fan-facing role
An understanding of social media sites, including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other emerging channels
Company
Indiana Fever
Indiana Fever is an American professional basketball team.
Founded in 2000
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Stephanie White
Head Coach
Recent News
Sports Business Journal
2025-10-20
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