Intern, Event Booking at Memphis Grizzlies — Memphis, USA | Base Career

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We’re looking for an Event Booking Intern who is eager to learn how a world‑class sports and entertainment venue operates behind the scenes.

This role supports the day‑to‑day operations of FedExForum and provides hands‑on exposure to event execution, facility management, and operational coordination.

You’ll work closely with Arena Operations leadership and cross‑functional teams to support games, concerts, special events, and facility projects.

This 6-12 month internship is designed to build practical experience while developing the foundational skills needed for a future career in arena management, venue operations, or live event production.

If you’re organized, curious, and energized by a fast‑paced environment where no two days look the same, this role offers meaningful learning, visibility, and real‑world experience.

Arena Operations & Event Execution

Assist with the Event Booking Calendar for the arena by placing/clearing holds and sending avails.
Assist in ensuring that all events at FedExForum are properly publicized and marketed via available Memphis Grizzlies & FedExForum marketing assets as well as available city assets such as online calendar listings.
Assists in venue contract initiation, revisions and execution for event rental agreements for all events at FedExForum. Also responsible for obtaining/tracking certificates of insurance.
Assist Director with marketing and promotional support to further develop the FedExForum brand, generate new booking opportunities and new sponsorship opportunities. This includes utilizing different building configurations and smaller spaces in attracting traditional and non-traditional (new/different types of) events for the arena as well as for private/corporate events.
Work with Memphis Grizzlies sales, sponsorship, community engagement and basketball operations departments to assist in scheduling, planning and executing their department and activation events hosted at FedExForum.
Assist with internal and industry ticket requests for Memphis Grizzlies games or FedExForum concerts/events.
Host industry people or VIP’s that are attending Memphis Grizzlies games or FedExForum Events while also working with event managers/coordinators on assigned tasks the day of show for FedExForum events.

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the arena during events
Ability to move throughout the venue, including stairs and back‑of‑house areas
Ability to lift or move items up to approximately 25 pounds, with assistance as needed

Memphis Basketball LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to treating all applicants and team members fairly based on their abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected by law.

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The Memphis Grizzlies will never require candidates to send or deposit money in exchange for, or as a condition of, an offer of employment.

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