Event Marketing & Operations Intern

WHO WE ARE
We are PEAK6, a leading investment firm, using technology to find a better way of doing things. The company's first tech-based solution was developed in 1997 to optimize options trading, and over the past two decades, the same formula has been used across a range of industries, asset classes, and business stages to consistently deliver superior results. Today, PEAK6 seeks transformational opportunities to provide capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs and forward-thinking businesses. PEAK6's core brands include PEAK6 Capital Management, PEAK6 Strategic Capital, Apex Fintech Solutions, FOCUS, We Insure, Evil Geniuses, Poker Power, and Zogo.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
We're seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team for the 2025 season! We are offering a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the exciting world of competitive gaming. Are you passionate about the gaming industry and eager to turn your creativity into reality? You will be given the opportunity to work closely with Evil Geniuses'(EG) marketing and gaming team to learn the ins and outs of the industry during this internship opportunity. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, creative, and eager to learn.
Company Summary:
Founded in 1999, Evil Geniuses (EG) shaped the history of esports with our long-running legacy. Our success is rooted in the freedom to choose our own path. As EG eyes the future, our commitment to excellence will drive our continued dominance across elite gaming as we attract top talent and steadfast partnerships. Today, we seek people who share that same drive and dedication, that same grit and passion that makes Evil Geniuses legendary. We will always fight to make our space a place for all. Join us and our legacy.
Genius League Summary:
The Genius League (GL) is EGs award-winning internship program and youth development initiative that is open to providing hands-on experience in both the business and gaming sides of esports. The GL internship program is available to current college/university students and recent graduates, and is a 9 month, part-time program built with the goal to grow talent both professionally and personally. Interns will work as part of the EG team and be able to gain valuable experience in their respective field.
Job Summary:

• 9-month paid internship, January 2025 - September 2025
• Gain real-world working experience through dynamic projects
• Receive guidance and feedback from your assigned mentor throughout the program
• Exposure to the business side of esports, including marketing and content development

Job Description:
We are looking for our next event marketing and operations intern; you're someone that enjoys ideating on ways to engage fans, you like attending events and meeting new people, and you are highly organized. The event marketing and operations intern will work as part of the marketing team and will report to the Brand Marketing Manager to ensure that daily operations, objectives, and event/activation strategies align with brand goals.
Duties/Responsibilities:
General:

• Be a visionary and think creatively
• Execute and see through projects on tight turnarounds
• Assisting the team with day-to-day requests
• Communicate cross functionally with relevant team members to ensure cohesiveness
• Delivers communication to key internal stakeholders: pre, during, ongoing
• Ensures that activation strategy aligns with EGs brand strategy or partner deliverables
• Self-starter, able to operate with minimal direction and willing to take on challenges

Job Specific:

• Use data, internal knowledge, and community feedback to build in-person fan engagement strategies that are unique to our brand
• Plan and execute in-person events/activations taking place at Riot Studios
• Collaborate with local colleges/universities to plan co-led events with the objective to drive brand awareness
• Be a critical thinker and uphold a logistical mindset to ensure that event/activation needs are delivered or prepared days before event/activation
• Source volunteers for various events and communicate effective day-of event schedule and plan
• Take lead on daily operations and logistics happening in LA; including but not limited to, packaging, shipping, picking up team apparel, etc.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Someone who is a self-starter, extremely driven, and embodies a growth mindset
• Team oriented
• Flexible and able to handle multiple tasks/projects at once
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Ability to adapt to complexities of working on a small team
• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills required
• Is punctual and responsive
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, when necessary
• Understanding of the gaming/esports space is preferred, but not required

Education and/or Experience:

• Current student enrolled in a college or university
• Recent graduate

Work Environment & Physical Requirements (if applicable):

• Willing and able to travel to EG offices in Playa Vista when needed during the gaming season
• Willing and able to travel to various site locations (Riot Studios, colleges/universities, etc.)
• Willing to work unique hours/ weekends
• Willing and able to be present and working remotely, up to 5 days a week
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time (applicable for events)
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs (if needed)

EG is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.
EG is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR department at [email protected]. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The hourly range for this position is $17-$18/hr. Exact compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and office location.
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OUR REWARDS
We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce, we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week.
PEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.
PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR department at [email protected]. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.
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