Equipment Assistant Intern
Syracuse Crunch
1 hour ago
Internship
On-site
Syracuse, New York, United States
College Credit
Equipment Assistant Internship
Job Description:
This participant will work under the direction of the Head Equipment Manager and Assistant Equipment Manager and will be introduced to the day-to-day tasks of a professional Hockey Equipment Manager.
Objective/Goal:
This intern will gain various skills through hands-on experience and will gain an understanding of how the day-to-day responsibilities of an Equipment Manager are executed.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in repairing and laundering uniforms and protective gear.
- Prepare and organize the locker room before and after practice and games.
- Set up benches, water bottles, coaches’ equipment, etc. for practice and games.
- Assist with both packing and unloading before and after road trips.
- Inventory equipment, supplies, uniforms while reporting shortages or equipment damage.
- Assist with the maintenance of proper sanitation of player equipment.
- Assist visiting teams with locker room setup and game-day needs when assigned.
- Ensure compliance with league equipment standards and safety regulations.
- Assist with post-game equipment breakdown, laundry, and locker room cleanup.
- Support athletic trainers and hockey operations staff as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Equipment Manager or Hockey Operations staff.
Qualifications:
- Preferred to be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate level student pursuing a degree in sport management, marketing, business or related field.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extensive travel schedules when required.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and organization.
- Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
Time:
- Duration of the 2026-27 Syracuse Crunch Season
- All Syracuse Crunch home games
- Weekdays post practice
- Additionally, as needed
Compensation:
This is a non-paid internship. When negotiated with each individual college, credit will be granted. There is the opportunity to earn tips from visiting teams in accordance with the 2026-27 AHL Equipment Fees ($100-$300 per weekend).
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.