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Sports Tech HQ Business Operations Intern

Sports Tech HQ
2 hours ago
Internship
On-site
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Paid or Stipend
Organizational Overview
Sports Tech HQ is a nonprofit organization fueling Indiana’s transformation into a global hub for sports technology. Home to a world-class sports infrastructure, Indiana provides the foundation for entrepreneurs to advance innovations that elevate the game for fans, athletes, and teams. Sports Tech HQ attracts companies from around the world to join its collective, positioning them at the forefront of an industry projected to reach $100B by 2030. 

Summary
The Sports Tech HQ Spring 2026 Intern will participate in a broad-based internship experience designed to provide exposure to the operations of a nonprofit organization within the sports and innovation ecosystem. This position is intended to provide hands-on professional experience with marketing/events, business development, operations/administration, and data/technology. Additionally, the intern will have the opportunity to learn directly from the Executive Director via strategic and special projects.

This internship experience will include:
Data/Technology
  •  Learn how to: leverage technology and artificial intelligence to enhance business efficiency while maintaining and optimizing a CRM system. This functional area will be central to the internship.
Marketing/Events
  • Learn how to: plan and execute events and programs; create marketing initiatives including social media, email communications, and website updates; develop content such as presentations, promotional materials, and event recaps; track and evaluate event participation and engagement. 
Business Development
  • Learn how to: conduct research on prospective partners, sponsors, startups, and ecosystem stakeholders; prepare partnership materials, proposals, and presentations; track relationships and organize data. 
Operations/Administration
  • Learn how to: coordinate schedules, meetings, and internal communications; organize and prioritize daily operational and administrative functions; analyze and improve processes and procedures.
Executive Director Support
  • Learn how to: research, plan, and execute special projects; prepare for meetings, presentations, and external engagements; lead nonprofit strategy and decision-making.
Learning Objectives
  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of nonprofit operations within sports and innovation
  • Develop professional skills in communication, organization, and project management
  • Learn how marketing, events, business development, and operations function collaboratively
  • Gain exposure to the sports technology and startup ecosystem

Qualifications
Undergraduate and Graduate Students
  • Must be currently pursuing or have recently earned a degree from an accredited undergraduate or graduate program

Required Skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent time management, organizational, and multitasking abilities
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office

Preferred Skills
  • Interest in sports, technology, entrepreneurship, or nonprofit operations
  • Ability to think critically and solve problems in a dynamic environment
  • Experience with events, startups, marketing, artificial intelligence, and customer-facing roles

Internship Details
Term: Spring 2027 – January 19th – May 7th, 2027 
Schedule: 4-5 days per week (approximately 30-40 hours/week)
Stipend: $2000 stipend for internship term
Location:  On-site - Indianapolis, Indiana.  Relocation or housing is not available
Deadline to apply: September 18, 2026

Sports Tech HQ is an equal opportunity employer. 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.