Motorsports Summer Internship

Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is a 365-entertainment destination for world-class  events located in Austin, TX. The sports and entertainment portfolio at COTA is  unmatched in the country with Formula 1 US Grand Prix, NASCAR and MotoGP  attracting global fans during championship races on the famed Circuit and Live Nation  producing over 30 headline concerts every year at the Germania Insurance  Amphitheater. Opening in 2026, COTA’s amusement park is a 20-acre theme park  featuring two first of their kind Roller Coasters and over three dozen rides. 

Job Description:

The internship program at Circuit of The Americas (COTA) offers students and early-career professionals a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the live events and motorsports industry. Interns will work alongside experienced staff to support the planning and execution of high-profile events, gaining valuable insight into the behind-the-scenes operations that drive COTA’s world-class productions.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be able to balance strong relationship-building and networking skills with the precision and organization needed to contribute to seamless event execution.

Requirements & Essential Functions:

•  Minimum commitment of 2-3 days per week in office (15-25 hours/week) with a flexible schedule, including the ability to work weekends and evenings
•  Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills are a must
•  Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
•  Positively represent COTA with all guests, clients, and stakeholders
•  Provide on-site support during track rentals and events, assisting with logistics, fan engagement, hospitality functions, and COTA-Cares initiatives

Required Qualifications:

•  Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree or working towards an associate’s degree 
•  1 year experience in a previous role or internships
•  Strong written and verbal communication skills required
•  Strong interpersonal skills; can effectively communicate and build relationships
•  Ability to manage appropriate steps to get projects completed

Physical Demand & Work Environments:

•  Ability to stand, sit, use of hands to handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms
•  Ability to lift and/ or move up to 25 pounds
•  Ability to squat, bend, twist, push/pull
•  Ability to stand/walk for long periods
•  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision
•  Work in extreme environments outdoors throughout the year
•  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud during events

Salary commensurate with experience.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

COTA strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of  race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry,  citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition,  sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or  federal law.