Wheeling Nailers

Wheeling Nailers

Game Operations Internship

Wheeling Nailers (ECHL) - Intern
Wheeling · WV
Internship: Internship
Are you passionate about sports and interested in pursuing a career in the sports industry? The
Wheeling Nailers, proud affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, are seeking highly motivated
individuals like you to join our team for a summer internship opportunity.

About the Internship:
As a Game Day Operations Intern, you will play a key role in enhancing the fan experience
during all Wheeling Nailers home games. This hands-on internship will provide you with
valuable experience in game day operations, event planning, and fan engagement. You will
work closely with our team to help conduct in-game entertainment and production, ensuring
that every fan has a memorable experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Assist with game operations and execution of Live Game Entertainment (anthem singer,  in-game promotions, benchwarmers, chuck-a-puck clean up, liability forms)
  • Setup and breakdown of intermission games / gameday materials
  • Set up giveaways and promotional items for the night
  • Provide a fun, energetic atmosphere in the arena
  • Assist with tabling for game nights
  • Other duties assigned

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
  • High energy and demonstrated ability to work in fast paced multidisciplinary team environment
  • Ability to make quick and effective decisions
  • Ability to work weeknights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Previous experience in sports or event management is a plus but not required
  • Interest in sport industry


The Wheeling Nailers may require an employee to perform duties outside his/her normal 
description. The Nailers are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will 
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national 
origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

Job Questions:

  1. Have you ever plead guilty or been convicted of a crime excluding minor traffic offenses? If yes, please explain.

  2. Are you within driving distance of Wheeling, WV?

  3. Will you be receiving college credit for this internship?