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Event Services Internship| Moody Center

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is a sports and entertainment company engaged in a wide variety of activities, including arena development, facility management, arena and stadium alliance, sponsorships and partnerships, security services, publications, conferences, and consulting. The company, privately held, is headquartered in Los Angeles, California with offices throughout the world.

Overview

Moody Center is offering a paid internship program for the Fall Semester. We are looking for students who want professional level experience and have the initiative, skills and drive to excel. This program will give college students an opportunity to work alongside professionals in the live entertainment, sports, and venue management industry.  Visit www.moodycenteratx.com to learn more about this venue.
 
Position Summary: 
The Event Services Intern reports directly to the Event Manager. This position will have the opportunity to learn and get a hands-on look at the planning and execution of various Moody Center departments including Guest Services, Security, and Event Management for events including basketball games, concerts, and family shows.
  • Pay: $13.00 / hour
  • Not to exceed 20 hours per week
  • Internship Dates: Spring Semester (January – May)
  • Location: Moody Center, on UT campus

Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Assist with preparation of event materials throughout the planning and execution of major events such as Event Reports and Brief Sheets.
  • Learn and ensure all laws, codes, ordinances, polices, procedures, risk management, safety precaution, rules/regulations and emergency procedures are followed by working alongside the event managers
  • Shadow various departments during events including Security, Guest Services, and Event Services.
  • Attend Event Advance and Event Operation meetings.
  • Manage an event or portion of an event with the supervision of an Event Manager.
  • Resolve problems in a timely manner; analyze and gather information and identify alternative solutions quickly and effectively.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Event Manager.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Current student or recent graduate from a university program in venue management, event management, sport management or a related field.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present and communicate new ideas and concepts.
  • Previous experience coordinating events/programs preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Microsoft Word and Excel)
  • Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment
  • Extremely organized and detail-oriented, quick learner and great time management skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills 
  • Work extended and/or irregular hours at Moody Center events including nights and weekends.
 
Working Conditions:
Must be able to work a flexible schedule inclusive of weekends, nights and holidays required.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Vaccination Statement

We are committed to ensuring all our buildings and office locations are the safest in the world for artists, teams, employees, and fans. Based on recent encouraging trends in the U.S. and Canada. We highly encourage our employees to continue to get vaccinate and boosted against COVID-19.  Should circumstances change, we may need to reinstate vaccination requirements, in whole or in part, to safeguard the health of our employees, guests, performers, athletes, and partners.

EEO

Oak View Group, Moody Center and Austin Arena Company, LLC are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.