LA28 Summer Internship Program - 2026

LA28 • Los Angeles, CA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.
The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.
Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.
2026 Summer Internship Program
The LA28 Internship Program gives current and recent undergraduate students the opportunity to contribute hands-on, meaningful work to crucial planning stages for the 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Games. Interns will be placed in a specific Functional Area (department), directly supporting priority projects and the day-to-day work of the team.
For Summer 2026, LA28 is hiring interns across a variety of Functional Areas through one consolidated internship posting, with the exception of Legal (please see the separate Legal Internship posting). As part of the application, candidates will be asked to select their top 1–3 Functional Area preferences for consideration.
This is a paid, 8-week program, with interns working 30 hours per week at $18 per hour, in person at our Los Angeles Headquarters, from June 15 through August 7, 2026.
The deadline to apply is Wednesday, February 11 at 11:59 PM PST, or until we have reached the maximum number of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as you are able.

Requirements

• Current undergraduate student or recent graduate (graduation date December 2025 or later), or equivalent program status aligned to internship eligibility guidelines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with changing priorities
• Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders and managing details across projects
• Proficiency with common productivity tools (Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace), including:
• Spreadsheets for tracking and organizing information (Excel/Sheets)
• Slides for creating polished materials (PowerPoint/Slides)
• Docs for writing and documentation (Word/Docs)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, well-structured work
• Demonstrated interest in learning new tools and building practical skills in a professional environment
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive or internal information
• Must be able to work the full 8-week duration of the internship June 15th - August 7th, 2026, 30 hours per week

Nice To Haves

• Clear communicators (written and verbal) who can summarize information and ask good questions
• Organized and dependable, with strong time management and follow-through
• Proactive self-starters who take ownership of tasks and seek clarity when needed
• Analytical and solutions-oriented, able to think through problems and propose next steps
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Curious, adaptable, and energized by contributing to a mission-driven organization
• Excited by Los Angeles and the Olympic & Paralympic Movement (and the impact the Games can have on communities)

Responsibilities

• Support planning and project workstreams through research, documentation, analysis, and coordination
• Build and maintain trackers, templates, and organized project materials to support team execution
• Assist with meeting coordination, including agendas, notes, action items, and follow-up tracking
• Create clear, professional written summaries and presentation materials for internal stakeholders
• Organize and synthesize information from multiple sources to help teams make progress on defined deliverables
• Communicate proactively with teammates and cross-functional partners to clarify needs, confirm next steps, and stay aligned on timelines
• Contribute to a high-quality team environment by showing up prepared, meeting deadlines, and being open to feedback and iteration

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern