Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.
The goal of the Premium Hospitality Internship Program is to provide students with hands-on experience in the premium services sector of a world-class sports and entertainment venue. Designed to provide students with meaningful, project-based, and career-relevant learning experiences while gaining exposure to the business, receiving mentorship, and getting an introduction to skills aligned with their field of study. This internship offers a comprehensive overview of premium catering operations, encompassing multiple departments and a semi-structured program phase:
KEY LEARNINGS:
Example of Program Phases & Department Rotations:
This role pays an hourly rate of $16.50
This role is expected to last from July 20, 2026, and will end on October 23, 2026.
This position will remain open until July 20, 2026.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the setup and breakdown of premium seating areas, ensuring they meet the highest standards of presentation.
Provide exceptional guest service, proactively addressing guest needs and resolving issues efficiently.
Support the food and beverage team in delivering seamless dining experiences, maintaining quality and hygiene standards.
Assist with event day operations, including guest dining, wayfinding, and problem-solving.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure a cohesive and positive guest experience.
Participate in training sessions and team meetings.
Practice monitoring social media platforms, developing content for posts, and capturing the attendee
Embrace a proactive attitude and commitment to excellence in all aspects of the role.
Skills Gained:
Hospitality Operations
Guest Relations
Event Management
Food & Beverage Service
Teamwork & Communication
Problem-Solving
Eligibility Requirements:
Required:
Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree or above in Hospitality Management, Business (or similar) program
Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, and comfortable working in an extremely busy environment
Must be outgoing, energetic, motivated & professional
Team player with excellent customer service and analytical skills
Proven ability to solve time-sensitive issues and possess good organizational skills
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred (Nice-to-have):
Experience in retail, catering, concessions, and/or alcohol service to the public in a hospitality setting.
Prior experience with point of sales systems (TapIn2 Preferred).
SERV Safe Certification a plus.
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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