Culture & Inclusion Intern - Toronto Maple Leafs

Company Description

At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.

MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential.

We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team.

As a valuable member of the Toronto Maple Leafs Culture & Inclusion team, you will assist with project-based tasks, coordination of Social initiatives and event execution. Your passion and dedication to teamwork will contribute to ensuring our vision to win that is integral to our business.

MLSE’s Internship term dates are from September 11th, 2023 - December 22nd, 2023.

• Assist with coordinating Toronto Maple Leafs Culture and Inclusion social content shoots
• Assist in the execution of all Toronto Maple Leafs Culture and Inclusion initiatives, internally and within the community
• Provide secondary support on various team events throughout season.
• Assist with planning and execution of Toronto Maple Leafs theme nights and arena take overs. (Example. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation game)
• Assist with sourcing resources needed for Culture and Inclusion departmental events
• Provide administrative support front office staff.

Qualifications

Note: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience. We invite you to please share this with us in the "Message to the Hiring Manager" section of our online application.

• Enrolled in a college/university program, preferably with concentration in Sports Administration / Sport Management, journalism or communications.
• Comfortable working with flexible hours/work schedule which could expand to weekends and evenings
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Experience with project management in either professional, academic/school, or community settings.
• Demonstrates organizational and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of hockey at both the professional and community levels is an asset
• Ensure confidentiality when it comes to private information.
• Shows a keen curiosity about advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in sport.
• You are fully vaccinated against Covid-19
• Experience working with a sports & entertainment company or schooling in the sports & entertainment industry is an asset

Additional Information

Apply by: July 5, 2023

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization. We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected]. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.