The opportunity
Delaware North Sportservice is hiring Operations Interns to join our team at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. As an Operations Intern, you will assist the management team with training and scheduling team members. On event days, you will help the concessions team with stand operations, including inventory management and cash room duties.
Are you an undergraduate or graduate student seeking an internship in a fast-paced, inclusive environment with real-world learning opportunities? Delaware North internships are paid and can be completed for academic credit. Summer internship dates typically span 10-14 weeks.
By participating in our internship program, you will gain valuable work experience, develop your leadership capabilities, and make an impact on the business. You will discover how a global hospitality company operates and work alongside exceptional team members who exemplify our values: Lean Forward, Come Together, Stand Up, Do Right, and Think Guest.
All Delaware North interns participate in the Delaware North Intern Experience, which includes opportunities for hybrid and in-person work, executive and peer mentoring, and on-the-job learning.
Ready to help create the future of hospitality? Apply today to see why this internship is your best career move yet.
Pay $15.00 - $15.00 / hour
Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.
What We Offer
We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:
What will you do?
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Evenings
Weekends
Events
Who We Are
Delaware North operates concessions, premium dining, and retail at Nationwide Arena since dating back to the year 2000. The 18,500-seat venue is home to the NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets, and hosts concerts and events. We manage concession outlets, including diner-themed stands that offer traditional arena fares such as hot dogs, pretzels, popcorn, and a variety of beers featuring local Ohio breweries.
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
Delaware North Sportservice is hiring Operations Interns to join our team at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. As an Operations Intern, you will assist the management team with training and scheduling team members. On event days, you will help the concessions team with stand operations, including inventory management and cash room duties.
Are you an undergraduate or graduate student seeking an internship in a fast-paced, inclusive environment with real-world learning opportunities? Delaware North internships are paid and can be completed for academic credit. Summer internship dates typically span 10-14 weeks.
By participating in our internship program, you will gain valuable work experience, develop your leadership capabilities, and make an impact on the business. You will discover how a global hospitality company operates and work alongside exceptional team members who exemplify our values: Lean Forward, Come Together, Stand Up, Do Right, and Think Guest.
All Delaware North interns participate in the Delaware North Intern Experience, which includes opportunities for hybrid and in-person work, executive and peer mentoring, and on-the-job learning.
Ready to help create the future of hospitality? Apply today to see why this internship is your best career move yet.
Pay $15.00 - $15.00 / hour
Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.
What We Offer
We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:
- Weekly pay
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee discounts
- Flexible work schedules
What will you do?
- Assist with new hire orientation and onboarding at the venue
- Coordinate team member scheduling on event days and track attendance
- Support with team member check-in on event days
- Perform end-of-event tasks, including the closing of stands and retail transaction reports
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be enrolled at an accredited college or university; Business Administration or Human Resources majors preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Constant lifting, twisting, reaching, bending, and repetitive motions
Days
Evenings
Weekends
Events
Who We Are
Delaware North operates concessions, premium dining, and retail at Nationwide Arena since dating back to the year 2000. The 18,500-seat venue is home to the NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets, and hosts concerts and events. We manage concession outlets, including diner-themed stands that offer traditional arena fares such as hot dogs, pretzels, popcorn, and a variety of beers featuring local Ohio breweries.
Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.
Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.
Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!
Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
About the company
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Delaware North is a global leader in the hospitality and entertainment industry. The company annually serves more than a half-billion guests across three continents, including at high-profile sports venues, airports, national and state parks, restaurants, resorts, hotels and casinos. Building on more than a century of enduring partnerships and a commitment to local communities and sustainability, Delaware North’s vision is to delight guests by creating the world’s best experiences today while reimagining tomorrow.