Saskatoon Mamba 2027 Internship Program

SASKATOON MAMBA 2027 INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Winter Position: One Business Operations internship Summer Positions: Opportunities will be confirmed during hiring Status: Full-time, seasonal Winter Semester: January–April 2027 Summer Semester: May–August 2027 Hours: 40 hours per week, including occasional evening and weekend work as scheduled Winter Location: Primarily remote, with in-person work in Saskatoon, SK for scheduled events, activations, and team meetings Summer Location: Saskatoon, SK; working arrangements and in-person requirements will be confirmed for each role before the placement begins Winter Reports to: Senior Manager of Operations (Saskatchewan) Summer Reports to: A designated supervisor confirmed before the placement begins Exact start and end dates will be confirmed before each placement begins. Placement & Compensation: Arrangements depend on the role and any applicable post-secondary placement requirements. Eligibility for academic credit and any compensation will be discussed during the interview process, with all terms confirmed in writing before the placement begins.

About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) Created by Canadians for Canadians, the Canadian Elite Basketball League is dedicated to developing Canadian players, coaches, referees, and sports executives. The league brings professional basketball to communities across Canada, connecting fans through sport and entertainment. Learn more at CEBL.ca.

About the Saskatoon Mamba The Saskatoon Mamba, formerly the Saskatchewan Rattlers, are Saskatoon’s professional basketball team in the Canadian Elite Basketball League. The franchise began play at SaskTel Centre in May 2019 and won the inaugural CEBL championship. The Mamba connect with diverse communities through sport, entertainment, arts, and culture, supporting initiatives that make basketball more accessible and bring people together. For more information, visit saskatoonmamba.ca.

Job Summary The Saskatoon Mamba 2027 Internship Program offers students and recent graduates hands-on experience supporting a professional basketball organization through winter and summer placements. Interns will work closely with Saskatchewan staff across business operations, merchandise, events, marketing, partnerships, communications, and administration. Responsibilities will vary with the role, team priorities, the selected semester, and the intern’s skills and learning objectives. Winter placements focus on off-season projects, community events, partner initiatives, and preparations for the upcoming season. Summer placements support in-season activities, including home-game responsibilities where relevant to the role. Community events and partnership activities take place during both semesters. Interns will receive guidance, regular check-ins, and support in prioritizing assignments. The winter Business Operations intern will report to the Senior Manager of Operations (Saskatchewan). Summer reporting arrangements will be confirmed before the placement begins. The program is suited to students and recent graduates interested in exploring the different functions of a professional sports organization while developing practical skills in coordination, communication, and business operations.

Key Responsibilities Responsibilities will reflect the intern’s assigned role and semester. Unless marked Summer Semester Only, the activities below may apply during either semester.

Business Operations & Administration

• Use task management and business tools, such as HubSpot, Monday, Microsoft Office,

Mailchimp, Google Workspace, Square, and Meta Business Suite, to maintain records, update inventories and sales figures, and track customer feedback.

• Prepare event briefs and assist with external communications, including newsletters and registration forms.
• Provide updates to the Leadership Team on key performance indicators, including merchandise and apparel sales, event activity, customer satisfaction, and camp registrations.
• Assist with day-to-day administration and coordination across team functions.

Events & Community Engagement

• 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 community initiatives, basketball camps, and other activities that connect the

Mamba with fans and local organizations.

• Help track event participation and feedback to inform future activities.

Marketing, Partnerships & Communications

• Support marketing and communications activities that strengthen fan relationships and reflect the organization’s commitment to authentic, inclusive experiences.
• Assist with community and partner initiatives, including preparing materials, coordinating logistics, and tracking follow-up tasks.
• Collaborate with staff on content and outreach that support team priorities throughout the year.

Summer Semester Only — Game-Day Support

• Assist with assigned home-game operations, including setup, on-site coordination, and post-event wrap-up.
• Support game-day merchandise activities, customer service, and fan engagement.
• Assist with partner activations and promotional activities at home games.
• Support game-day communications or content tasks as assigned by team staff.

Unique Working Conditions Community initiatives, partner activities, basketball camps, and other events may take place during either semester and can require evening or weekend work. Summer roles may also require attendance at home games. These activities will be scheduled within the stated working arrangements. The winter placement is primarily remote, with in-person attendance in Saskatoon for scheduled events, activations, and team meetings. Summer working arrangements and role-related attendance requirements will be confirmed before the placement begins. Interns should be comfortable collaborating with others, working independently with guidance, and adapting to changing priorities. Maintaining confidentiality is essential when participating in operational discussions and handling organizational information.

Let’s Talk About You You bring strong interpersonal skills, a willingness to learn, and an interest in supporting fans, customers, and community partners. You communicate clearly, stay organized, and work effectively both independently and with guidance from team staff.

You have a passion for connecting the community through entertainment, sport, arts, and culture. You take ownership of assigned tasks, ask questions when needed, and follow through on commitments. Relevant experience may come from employment, coursework, student organizations, volunteering, or personal projects.

Education

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a post-secondary program in business, sports management, marketing, communications, advertising, or a related field.
• Students seeking a placement for academic credit are welcome to apply. Placement requirements will be reviewed with the student and their institution before the internship begins.
• Relevant self-directed learning or certifications are considered an asset.

Qualifications ● ● ● ● ● ●

Strong written and verbal communication skills. A customer-service mindset and interest in working with diverse communities. Strong organization and time-management skills. A flexible, reliable, and collaborative approach to work. Ability to work independently with guidance and meet agreed deadlines. Relevant experience or transferable skills connected to business operations, events, marketing, or community engagement.

• Valid driver’s licence.

How to Apply Complete the application form on the Saskatoon Mamba internship webpage, upload your resume, and select the semester or semesters you’re interested in. Tell us which areas interest you and what you hope to learn. Application page: https://www.saskatoonmamba.ca/mamba-internships Winter application deadline: November 15, 2026 Summer application deadline: February 15, 2027 Saskatoon Mamba is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.