Community Relations & Operations Intern

OTTAWA BLACKJACKS PROFESSIONAL BASKETBALL CLUB Community Relations & Operations Internship Position: Reports to: Location: Job Type:

Community Relations & Operations Intern Operations Executive – Basketball & Community In-office; Ottawa, ON. Un-paid internship; must be completing internship for academic credit.

Position Overview: The Ottawa BlackJacks are seeking a motivated and dedicated applicant to join its community relations and operations team. As a member of the team, you will play a vital role in supporting the BlackJacks Everywhere Roadshow and day-to-day operations of the team ahead of the 2027 CEBL Season. Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Support the BlackJacks Everywhere Roadshow, attending school visits alongside the community relations team delivering BlackJacks programming.
• Represent the Ottawa BlackJacks at various community events within the Capital

Region.

• Develop strong relationships with key members of the local basketball community.
• Act as a brand ambassador for the Ottawa BlackJacks while establishing rapport with the community.
• Provide updates to the Leadership Team on key performance indicators, event activity, customer satisfaction, and camp registrations.
• Support the planning and delivery of offsite events and activations under the direction of team staff, including event setup, participant support, and on-site coordination.
• Assist with day-to-day administration and coordination across team functions.

Required Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• A flexible, reliable, and collaborative approach to work.
• Ability to work independently with guidance and meet agreed deadlines.
• An interest in supporting fans, customers, partners, and diverse communities.
• Relevant experience or transferable skills connected to the preferred role.
• A valid driver’s license where driving is required for the assigned role.

Qualifications:

• Basketball experience and/or coaching experience is considered an asset for this role.
• Background studying sport management, event management, business or other related fields.
• Must be completing an internship for academic credit to be eligible.

Availability:

• Must be available for in-office hours during the week.
• While normal business hours are kept for most working days, there may be occasional late hours, evenings and weekend work when attending or hosting events.

Term: Winter 2027 (January to April 2027). Flexible start and end dates. Application Process: Applicants may submit their application (cover letter and resume) to [email protected] with the subject line “COMMUNITY RELATIONS & OPERATIONS INTERN”. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Ottawa BlackJacks are an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, supported and has the opportunity to reach their full potential. About the Ottawa BlackJacks: The first expansion franchise of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the Ottawa BlackJacks are a professional men’s basketball team competing out of The Arena at TD Place. The club is committed to excellence on-and-off the court and aims to inspire community pride, foster grassroots development and deliver an unparalleled fan experience. For more information, visit theblackjacks.ca.  About the CEBL: The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) is Canada’s professional basketball league, with 10 teams across six provinces. With a fan base of 4.1 million Canadians—up 57% since 2022—the CEBL has the youngest audience in Canadian pro sports, with over half its fans under 35. In 2025, the league featured 17 players with NBA experience, and nearly 70% of its athletes were Canadian, the highest domestic representation in any Canadian pro league. Nearly 40 players

have gone on to sign NBA contracts after CEBL seasons. Learn more at CEBL.ca or follow @cebleague.

Basketball experience and/or coaching experience is considered an asset for this role.
Background studying sport management, event management, business or other related fields.
Must be completing an internship for academic credit to be eligible.