Edmonton Oil Kings Hockey – Business & Operations Intern

Job Details

Description

OEG Sports & Entertainment is looking for a student to join the Edmonton Oil Kings for the summer. This individual will work closely with our General Manager and Director, Business Operations to support hockey analytics, draft preparation, and business operations. They will also assist with WHL draft administration, community activations, website updates, and promotional planning.

Core Responsibilities and Duties

Hockey Operations

• Provide systems research as directed by the Oil Kings General Manager or Head Coach (analytics-based analysis including faceoffs, entries, scoring chances, recruitment, etc.).
• Create and manage off-season communication tracker.
• Assist with planning and execution of Oil Kings Prospect Development Camp.
• Present on a topic of choice at Oil Kings Prospect Development Camp.
• Assist with WHL U.S. Prospects and WHL Prospects Draft administration.
• Work with Manager, Player Development on prospect information database and online resources.
• Assist Hockey Operations Department with additional off-season plans and tasks as directed.

Business Operations

• Assist the Coordinator, Community Relations, Team Services & Social Media with in-community activations (logistics and content support).
• Assist with reviewing the Edmonton Oil Kings website to verify all content is accurate and relevant and that all links are active.
• Assist with organization of the Edmonton Oil Kings photo archive — identifying key images from the ’22–’23 season for marketing and promotional needs.
• Assist in the recap of all paid media spends for the ’22–’23 season — identifying trends and opportunities to make the ’23–’24 media spend more focused and impactful with a higher return on investment.
• Assist with promotional research to generate themes, ideas, and trends to be incorporated into the ’23–’24 Edmonton Oil Kings promotional calendar.

Who You Are

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or diploma program in a related field, or recently graduated within the last 12 months.
• Actively involved in your university or community athletics program.
• Possess an advanced understanding of hockey and strong knowledge of the game.
• A self-starter with excellent time management skills.
• Flexible and available to work weekdays and weekends.
• Skilled in verbal, written, and organizational communication.
• Experience in sports and entertainment is considered an asset.

Qualifications

Experience

• Preferred: 1 year