2026 - Emerging Talent Program - Information Technology

Emerging Talent Program

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers organization's vision is to be the flag-bearer for Tampa Bay past and future, while driving the next generation of NFL culture. The Buccaneers aim to employ individuals whose professionalism and dedication align with our vision.

The Emerging Talent Program is designed to develop the next generation of leaders in professional sports. Our mission is to attract top, early-career talent and provide meaningful, hands-on experience within the Tampa Bay Buccaneers organization. Participants do more than observe; they contribute. Interns gain real-world experience, insider access, and a comprehensive understanding of how a professional football organization operates. The program is intentionally structured to help participants build upon their academic foundation while defining clear, career-focused goals.

Each intern is placed within a specific department while also being encouraged to explore the broader business of football through networking opportunities, a Capstone Project, and our Internship Learning Series. Throughout the program, interns collaborate with team executives and build professional relationships that extend well beyond their internship experience. This is a paid, hourly internship running from July 13, 2026, through June 25, 2027.

This role will be responsible for providing front-line technical support and assisting with the maintenance of the organization's technology infrastructure. This role offers a hands-on learning environment covering everything from day-to-day hardware troubleshooting to high-level projects in networking, security, and stadium AV.

Essential Functions

• Assist with end-user technical support for computer systems, Wi-Fi, printers, laptops, mobile devices, phones, and copiers.
• Document, monitor, analyze and resolve technology service requests.
• Assist with maintaining IT asset inventory and data.
• Learn and assist with other aspects of IT: Security, Networking, Cloud administration, Infrastructure, Stadium AV and Data Analytics.

Management Responsibilities

This position does not manage employees.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong service orientation and relationship-building skills
• Effective time and resource management
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Additional Skills & Abilities

• A high level of integrity and the ability to exercise discretion with confidential information.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor
• Strong initiative and drive

Experience & Education

• Bachelor's or graduate degree
• Microsoft, A+ and Apple/Mac certifications preferred.

Technical Knowledge

• Basic troubleshooting of software or hardware issues
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or comparable tools
• Proficient with computers and standard office software
• Comfortable learning and navigating new systems or applications

Additional Technical Knowledge

• Proficiency in Windows 10/11, Mac/Apple, Office 365, Microsoft Teams

Work Environment

• Extended evening, weekend work hours sometimes required
• Required to work all home and some away games
• Must be comfortable working in a high intensity setting, meeting tight deadlines and delivering quality results
• Required to drive company vehicle, personal vehicle, or golf cart

Physical Fitness Standards

Computer and desk work a significant part of daily activities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Buccaneers Team LLC (the "Club") provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, age, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to set forth the core functions required for this position and describe the general nature of the work performed by employees in this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. The Club reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks if there are changes to circumstances or conditions of the Club's business, competitive considerations, or the work environment.

Accommodations

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily. The requirements set forth herein are representative of the duties, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a background screening.

At-Will Employment

The position covered by this Job Description is expressly declared to be "at will," meaning the Club has the right to terminate the employee's employment at any time, with or without cause. Any written or oral promises or representations to the contrary are expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any employee.

Privacy Notice

Any personal information that you provide to the Club as part of the recruitment process may be held and processed for the purposes of your registration, application and potential selection and in connection with any subsequent employment or placement at the Club. That data may be retained and further processed for the purposes of matching your skills and qualifications to future positions, identifying you as a potential candidate for future positions, to inform you of future positions, and analytics related to the Club's recruitment practices. If you are selected for the opportunity for which you apply, your personal data may be used for the purposes of entering into a relationship with the Club, including sending you correspondence or general information relating to employment. Your personal data may be disclosed to Club affiliates and to third-party organizations providing services to the Club. Your personal data will be retained in accordance with the Club's document retention policies and applicable laws.