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Pittsburgh Part-Time Game Day Interns

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

... football season in Pittsburgh, PA with potential for additional ongoing work in the region ... Intern is responsible for providing event operations and account-level support for recruiting, new ...

... men's football and basketball games Assist the Deputy Athletics Director and Assistant Athletics ... recruitment, scheduling, and training of the student intern program Oversee all operations and ...

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How much do football recruiting intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for football recruiting intern in the United States is $17.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a football recruiting intern?

Football recruiting interns are entry-level staff members who assist college or professional football programs with the recruitment of prospective athletes. Their responsibilities often include organizing recruiting databases, helping with campus visits, communicating with recruits, and supporting the coaching staff during the recruiting process. This role provides valuable experience in sports management and recruiting operations, often serving as a stepping stone for careers in athletic administration or coaching.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a football recruiting intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Football Recruiting Intern, you need a solid understanding of football fundamentals, strong organizational skills, and typically some coursework or experience in sports management or administration. Familiarity with recruiting databases, video analysis software, and social media platforms is often required. Exceptional communication, attention to detail, and the ability to build relationships with prospective athletes and coaching staff are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure efficient talent identification, smooth administrative processes, and effective collaboration within the recruiting team.

What are some common challenges faced by football recruiting interns, and how can they be addressed?

Football Recruiting Interns often encounter challenges such as managing a high volume of prospect information, coordinating communication between coaches and recruits, and handling time-sensitive tasks during peak recruiting periods. Staying organized with digital tools, maintaining clear records, and proactively communicating with team members can help interns effectively manage these demands. Additionally, being adaptable and open to feedback will aid in navigating the fast-paced environment and maximizing success in the role.

What is the difference between Football Recruiting Intern vs Football Operations Assistant?

AspectFootball Recruiting InternFootball Operations Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or college student, some sports management knowledgeHigh school diploma or college student, familiarity with sports operations
Work EnvironmentOffice, athletic facilities, recruiting eventsOffice, game days, training facilities
Employer & Industry UsageColleges, universities, athletic programsColleges, athletic departments, sports organizations
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Football Recruiting Intern primarily focuses on assisting with recruiting efforts, including scouting and communication with prospective players. The Football Operations Assistant handles broader team logistics, game preparations, and administrative tasks. While both roles support football programs, the Recruiting Intern concentrates on talent acquisition, whereas the Operations Assistant manages overall team operations.

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Infographic showing various Football Recruiting Intern job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $35,995 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Gameday Intern (Penn State Sports Enterprises)

State College, PA • On-site

Playfly Sports
Spectator Sports • 201 - 500 employees

Full-time, Internship

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

GAMEDAY INTERN
State College, Pennsylvania
On-Site
THE RUNDOWN
Playfly Sports is looking for a Gameday Intern to join our team in State College, Pennsylvania.
The primary responsibility of this position is to collaborate with the Partnership Services and Sales Team to provide outstanding service at university sports property athletic events. This position will assist in the daily corporate involvements, including but not limited to, coordination of corporate events, gameday responsibilities, and perform other tasks as required to help ensure the success of university sports property.
WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH
• Support full-time Client Services and Sales staff with game day tasks, including but not limited to, Beaver Stadium Block Party set up and breakdown, on-site promotions, Corporate Hospitality Village set up and breakdown, and on-field presentation fulfillment. As well as other necessary tasks to ensure the overall success of Penn State Sports Enterprises.
• Assist with the execution of all hospitality elements and events on game days and non-game days
• Take photos and documentation of promotions, signage, events and contractual obligations to maintain an accurate image library for annual recaps
• Track, maintain, and organize game day inventory
• Provide high quality customer service and communication
• Represent Playfly Sports, Penn State Sports Enterprises and Penn State Athletics in a professional manner
• Other job-related duties as assigned
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
• Minimum 1 year commitment (full school year)
• Customer service and/or brand partnership experience
• Responsible, motivated, and comfortable interacting with fans, Corporate Partners, and other vendors
• Strong problem-solving skills, detail oriented, flexibility, and willingness to participate in multiple events
TRAVEL, LIFTING, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Responsible for attending all home Football games and other assigned sports home games (including afternoon, night, and weekend games)
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25lbs
• Must have reliable transportation
WHAT WE DO
Playfly Sports is the full-service, leading sports marketing and media company that enables brands to engage with sports fans on a local, regional, and national level through scaled linear, digital, and experiential assets. Playfly Sports drives outcome-based solutions into 90-million households via more than 7,800 live U.S. broadcasts of MLB, NBA, and NHL games; and influences sports fans of all ages through the management of college and high school multimedia rights, uniform branding, and high-profile sports sponsorship platforms. Playfly Sports has the unique ability to partner, innovate, and advance the aspirations of athletes, brands, academic institutions, and sports fans across the U.S. Playfly Sports is Powered by Partnership. Visit Playfly Sports online at playfly.com
WHAT WE STAND FOR
At Playfly, we know that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful one, but more importantly, we believe it's just the right thing to do. Through conversations, company initiatives, community events and partnerships, policy changes, data analysis, workshops, and support groups, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are here for the long haul and to do the meaningful work that creates true institutional change within our workplace, with our partners, and in the communities we serve.
EEOC & DIVERSITY STATEMENT
Playfly Sports affirms that inequality is detrimental to our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions. Together, we unite for equality and equity. Playfly Sports is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Playfly Sports is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, and as part of this commitment, Playfly Sports will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact recruiting@playfly.com.
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