Harris County - Houston Sports Authority

Harris County - Houston Sports Authority

Athlete Affairs Intern - Fall 2025

Harris County - Houston Sports Authority - Intern
Houston · TX
Travel Management · Internship · Event Guest Relations
Fall 2025
Tentative Dates: August 18 – December 17  
ABOUT HCHSA  
In sports, a dynasty is a team or individual that dominates their sport or league for an extended length of time. Over the last 25 years, The Harris County – Houston Sports Authority (HCHSA) has served as the sports marketing agency for the city of Houston and Harris County and has dominated the competition with the hardware to prove it. HCHSA is responsible for bidding on and attracting new sports events to the Houston area, as well as overseeing the marketing and operations of those events. These events include the NCAA Final Fours, NCAA College Football Playoffs, CONCACAF Gold Cup, FIFA World Cup Committee, MLB and NBA All-Star Games, ITTF World Table Tennis Championships and the annual National Battle of the Bands. See HCHSA in action HERE.  
 
POSITION OVERVIEW  
The Harris County – Houston Sports Authority is seeking 1 well-rounded student looking to excel in the sports industry. Our Athlete Affairs intern will have an opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and hands-on experience working alongside the Events Team.  
 
SCOPE OF WORK  
  • Assist with event planning and logistics  
  • Assist with travel logistics for athletes and officials for upcoming events  
  • Assist with booking athlete accommodations  
  • Conducting hotel site visits   
  • Participate in meetings and events  
  • On-site event support   
 
EVENT SCHEDULE  
August 22-23: National Battle of the Bands 
Date TBD: Abilities in Motion Adaptive Sports Day 
December 10 – 11: Lombardi Awards 
 
QUALIFICATIONS   
  • Active interest in working in professional sports.  
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.  
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 
  • Eligible candidates must be at least Junior level college/university student or graduate student enrolled as a full-time college/university student and must receive academic credit for this internship.  
  • Applicant must be available for a minimum of 20 hours per week  
  • During event dates, must be available to work long hours including holidays, weekends, and evenings if necessary  
  • Lift up to 45 pounds repeatedly, work outdoors and stand for long periods of time  
  • Valid driver’s license (be prepared to use personal vehicle to travel to and from site all of which will be within Harris County)  
  • Must have their own living accommodations within commutable distance from Houston Tx, 77010  
 
COMPENSATION  
Unpaid position, not eligible for HCHSA employee benefits; academic credit only  
 
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, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Job Questions:

  1. Can you get enrolled in a college/university course to receive credit for a Fall 2025 internship? ****The ability to receive academic credit for the internship is required to apply.

  2. Do you have a personal vehicle that can be used to travel to and from the office and to events within Harris County?

  3. Do you live in the greater Houston - Harris County area, or are you willing to relocate at your own expense.