Description

Powered by Passion. United by Purpose. Build for Impact. 

 

At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we exist to deliver the ultimate fan experience by lifting trophies, spirits, and communities – united as one. 

 

We’re more than a workplace. We are a team of passionate people, boldly building the future of sport and entertainment, together. We believe in the power of play, the strength of collaboration, and the energy that comes from showing up with purpose. 

 

From the ice to the pitch, the hardwood to the digital arena, we’re proud to be the driving force behind the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), the Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto FC (MLS), Toronto Argonauts (CFL) and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (AHL), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.  

 

We bring these teams – and world-class entertainment – to life at our iconic venues, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. Off the field, we serve up elevated dining at e11even, Real Sports, and our signature club spaces like Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub, and Platinum Club. 

 

Through MLSE Foundation and MLSE LaunchPad, we use the power of sport to help youth facing barriers reach their full potential. Since 2009, we’ve invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities — and we’re just getting started.  

 

This is what it means to be One MLSE: a culture where everyone plays a role, everyone belongs, and everyone contributes to something bigger than themselves. 

 

So, if you’re ready to play with purpose, grow with passion, and win as one, we’d love to have you on our team. 

** We know that great candidates come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Even if you do not meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective, transferable skills, and lived experience may be exactly what we’re looking for. **

Job Description

As the Intern, Sport Development, you will assist with planning and executing MLSE’s core summer camps, partner events, and support a team of hourly staff.

You will be working on a fast-paced, passionate, and caring Sport Development Team. This team prides itself on creating the absolute best experience for the participants in our programs. We create a positive environment and build lifelong memories with the goal of continuing to grow our dedicated fanbase.

MLSE’s Internship term dates are from May 4, 2026 – August 28, 2026

Responsibilities:

  • Acting as the day-to-day contact for Sport Development programming: You will collaborate across departments for program integration (sponsorship, tickets, research & development, equity, diversity & inclusion, etc.). There are multiple priorities and considerations that go into everything that we do. In addition to internal coordination, you will build and maintain relationships and strong communication channels with parents and the broader sport community.

  • Assist with the planning and execution of our Sport Development Summer Camp programs: This includes Hockey School, Basketball Academy, Soccer Camp, along with our Corporate & Community Partner events and NHL, MLS & NBA mandated events. You will also support MLSE Foundation & MLSE Launchpad events.

  • Assist with managing our social and web presence: You will be responsible for updating and coordinating content for www.raptorsdevelopment.com, @raptorsdevelopment, www.leafsdevelopment.com and @leafsdevelopment Instagram pages. You do not have to be super tech savvy, but you do need to be willing to learn.

  • Assist MLSE Foundation and MLSE Launchpad colleagues with sport initiatives as required: You are part of a “one team” approach. We help and support each other with the delivery of our programs across all our teams and departments.

Qualifications:

  • You are an energy giver with a strong desire to learn and be coached: Your ability to be positive, lift up those around you, exercise empathy and kindness always, while doing the right thing when no one is looking, will be key to your success in this role.

  • You have experience with detailed event and logistical planning: You have experience creating and delivering a youth camp or day program. You can work independently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, and are able to multitask and meet multiple deadlines.

  • You have excellent written and oral communication, organizational and interpersonal skills: You are extremely organized and have excellent administrative skills, are proficient in MS Outlook, Word and Excel and are open minded and quick to learn new software programs.

  • You are creative: Creativity is necessary in multiple ways: Are you running an event and one of your coaches doesn’t show up? You will need to come up with a creative solution on the spot to ensure that youth have a positive experience (the show must go on!). Is our website in need of a refresh? You will run point on updating it, coming up with content ideas, and refreshing our social media posts. Being a “do-er” (with creative flair) will serve you well in this role.

Apply By: February 24, 11:59pm

Job Posting Compensation Range/Rate:

$38,760

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At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email accommodations@mlse.com. This email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.