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The intern will assist the basketball division with daily administrative duties, NBA draft and free agency preparation, off-season responsibilities and other tasks as assigned. Other tasks may include, but are not limited to, statistical research and analysis, salary cap updates, entering data into the personnel database, league-wide depth chart maintenance, and additional duties as assigned by the Basketball Operations staff. This position will report directly to the Coordinator of Basketball Operations and is responsible for assisting with projects for the Operations, Executive, Scouting, and Analytics departments.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Assisting with administrative needs (i.e. scheduling, filing, distributing mail/supplies/tickets, assembling print jobs, generating daily reports, helping ensure daily operations in the practice facility run smoothly, etc.)
- Assisting with executive needs (i.e. escorting guests, transporting of players/personnel, travel arrangements, picking up and delivering supplies, etc.)
- Assisting the scouting department with draft preparation, statistical research and analysis, and data entry.
- Help maintain the integrity of the basketball division’s data including daily and periodic cleaning, maintenance, updating, and management of team databases.
- Assisting the other departments as needed – Analytics, Training, Coaching, Video, Player Development, etc.
- While fulfilling tasks related to the internship, the intern is regularly required to sit at a desk for extended periods of time, stand, walk, and climb stairs and shall be able to exert up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- May be required to drive to complete internship tasks (if driving is necessary, a valid Driver’s License is required)
- Other duties as assigned
CRITERIA & QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent attitude
- Ability to work on projects independently and maintain confidential information
- Extensive knowledge of basketball and the NBA
- Excellent written and verbal skills, as well as ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Willing and able to work a flexible schedule
- Maintain a professional image at all times
- Excellent communication skills with both internal and external staff
- Strong organizational skills with a robust attention to detail in regards both to checking data and visual presentation of deliverables
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
WHAT TO EXPECT
This position is a paid internship requiring students to receive college credit. The internship takes place in Indianapolis, IN and any relocation/moving expenses are the responsibility of the intern. First round interviews will be conducted via phone so please provide an accurate phone number on your resume.
NUMBER OF POSITIONS
1 Fall / 1 Spring / 1 Summer
INTERNSHIP DURATION
Early January – mid-May
HOURS REQUIRED
40 hours per week with occasional overtime as business needs require.
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