Security & Event Services Intern – Spring 2023

The Security & Event Services Intern will get an all-access pass to the exciting sports & live entertainment industry! The selected all-star will support the department with event security preparation, management duties during events and several special projects that assist in bringing the best of live entertainment to Indianapolis! Are you ready to join the “Team Behind the Team?

Job Period: Spring Semester

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the department with administrative tasks throughout the event lifecycle
• Aid the Fieldhouse Command Center with dispatching and response responsibilities
• Assist department with budget reporting
• Assist with development, review and revision of department policies and documents
• Conceptualize opportunities for improved customer service
• Collaborate with external partner organizations and lead assigned special projects
• Participate in event operations through experiences with teams including Security, Ushers, Guest Services, Fire Marshals, EMT, Event Police/K9, etc.
• Prepare vital employee resources for staff briefings
• Attend relevant department and event meetings

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s / master’s degree
• Curiosity about security and public safety
• Strong communications skills (verbal and written).
• Well organized and strong computer knowledge.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What to Expect: These positions are paid, and students have the option to complete the internship experience for college credit.

Hours Required: 20-30+ hours per week including weekends

Computer Skills

Efficient computer skills – specifically Microsoft Office programs

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret directions and technical diagrams.

Physical And Environmental Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, move heavy objects, use a computer, use a telephone, speak, hear, and write.

While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate and the noise level in the Fieldhouse / game environment is usually loud. The stress level may become high during certain times of the year.

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, gender identity, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.