2027 Pro Football Hall of Fame Internship - HALL OF FAMER RELATIONS (James Harris-Doug Williams Internship)

Description

The Pro Football Hall of Fame, located in Canton, Ohio — the birthplace of the National Football League, is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization with the Mission to “Honor the Greatest of the Game, Preserve its History, Promote its Values & Celebrate Excellence Together.” An exhilarating, world-class museum and attraction, the Pro Football Hall of Fame pays tribute to the talents and triumphs of pro football’s greatest.

OVERVIEW: The Pro Football Hall of Fame Summer Internship Program provides a meaningful and educational hands-on experience in a variety of disciplines. Interns will have the opportunity to contribute to the organization’s success and gain real-world experience throughout the summer leading up to the annual Enshrinement Week. In addition to departmental work, all interns participate in weekly OTAs — organized team activities — which include engagement with industry experts, networking opportunities, professional skill development and team-building activities.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM POSITIONS: There are 11 internship positions available across 10 departments. Please submit only one application, even if you are interested in multiple positions. This application is specifically for the Hall of Famer Relations department internship.

TERM & HOURS: The program runs June 1, 2027, through Aug. 9, 2027. All interns will work five (5) full days per week (approximately 40 hours), including nights, weekends and extended hours leading up to and during Enshrinement Week.

COMPENSATION & HOUSING: $5,000 stipend will be paid throughout the duration of the internship; local housing options will be available through Walsh University, just a few miles down the road from Pro Football Hall of Fame.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Undergraduate sophomores, juniors, upcoming seniors and graduate students. A candidate should be actively enrolled in an educational institution during the summer of the internship and hold a minimum GPA of at least 3.0.
• Knowledge of professional football, sports business and nonprofits preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Quick to adapt, flexible and able to work well under deadline pressure.
• Strong work ethic, organizational skills, professionalism.
• Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States and international students must have all visas and employment authorizations before the start of the internship.

HALL OF FAMER RELATIONS INTERNSHIP:  The James Harris-Doug Williams Internship is a named after NFL quarterbacks, African American pioneers and co-founders of the Black College Football Hall of Fame: James Harris and Doug Williams. The intern will be supporting Black College Football Relations in preparation for Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic events and Hall of Famer Relations in preparation for Enshrinement. The intern will gain a well-rounded experience working closely with the Greatest of the Game while learning how to prepare for the biggest events at the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist in planning for Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic events
• Assist with Hall of Famer Residency Program initiatives and tasks.
• Assist Hall of Famer Relations Team on all aspects of Enshrinement Week preparation and execution.
• Learn the volunteer management software system, Volgistics.
• Learn the community committee volunteers’ roles during Enshrinement Week and assist in the planning and training of these volunteers.
• Assist in the preparation of community committee volunteer materials including credentials, handbooks, parking instructions, training videos and other materials.
• Work collaboratively with department heads and team members on a multitude of projects, tasks and initiatives.

Additional qualifications:

• Note: Candidate must be a student of a Historically Black College or University (HBCU).
• Must have a customer-service focus, keen attention to detail, be well organized, have a positive attitude and be adaptable.
• Experience volunteering is preferred.

The Pro Football Hall of Fame is an equal opportunity employer. Football is a diverse and inclusive sport that is celebrated by people from all walks of life. As an extension of the sport and all it embodies, the Hall celebrates the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person valuable and intentionally fosters a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply via an online application.