Working for the NPJ Complex

 Expectations

Before applying for a position, please take a brief moment to review our About page. We are an equal opportunity employer, and are looking for attitude over aptitude. Key traits of a Complex Staff Member are: passion for people and the work, great enthusiasm, strong work ethic, willingness to be flexible and commitment to critical thinking.

Additional Info

If you receive an interview, please come prepared by arriving on-time, in business attire and with at least two copies of your resume. It is in your best interest to do research on the NPJ Sports Complex and the NPJ Volleyball Club and to come with relevant questions about the organization and the roles you applied for. When applying for a position, you will be asked for three references. These references may be contacted in the event that you are under serious consideration for a position.

We are a drug-free workplace. Consuming drugs or alcohol at the office or complex, or showing up under the influence of drugs or alcohol, is strictly forbidden and will result in immediate termination. Sports business attire is expected in our office. While representing the complex publicly, you are expected to maintain appropriate grooming and personal hygiene.

The NPJ Sports Complex is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disabilities status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Internships

Details

Step behind the scenes and see how we transform structures into communities.

In addition to weekly office hours, interns are encouraged to participate in staff meetings and community events. Attendance at these events is recommended. While each internship has a focus area, we are a small organization and everyone wears multiple hats. Flexibility and collaboration are key parts of our program. Learn the business behind sports and the opportunities within a sports complex!

Purpose

The NPJ Sports Complex internship program exposes students to the sports business world through a wide range of tournaments, leagues, and summer assignments that require teamwork, critical thinking, creativity, enthusiasm and commitment. The program’s environment allows for students to enhance their business acumen; garnering practical experience and making key contacts (networking).

Available Roles

Compensation

All internships are unpaid and the learning experiences must compliment your academic and career goals (verified by a faculty sponsor letter) or earn academic credit.

Application Deadline

Applications will continue to be accepted until all positions are filled.


My Experience

Carson Crist

School: Linfield School of Business

Major: Sports Management

Intern Position: Facility Management and Media / Social Marketing

Timeline: February 2023 - Present

Recap: Hello everyone! My name is Carson Crist, and I am a graduate student at Linfield University. During my undergraduate at Linfield, I interned with NPJ and eventually was hired after I graduated. My time at NPJ Sports Complex has been tremendous. If you are a college student looking to grow your knowledge of business and have a passion for sports, this is a great opportunity for you. Ty and Christy are flexible and caring managers and will work around your schedule while also playing to your strengths. I know that I will take my experience from NPJ and apply it to my career in business in the future.