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ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The Atlanta Falcons and Wells Fargo are dedicated to leveling the playing field for HBCU students interested in kicking off careers in Sports & Entertainment. Through our unique partnership with Wells Fargo, students will participate in a paid, 10-week fall semester program, working up to 20 hours per week at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta or the Atlanta Falcons Training Facility in Flowery Branch.
Fellows gain hands-on experience, mentoring from industry veterans, behind the scenes access, and insight into how brands collaborate across sponsorship and brand engagement. Participating HBCUs include Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, Morris Brown College, and Spelman College.
About Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is the new home of the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United and opened for its first events in August 2017. The stadium is also host of numerous other sports and entertainment events. The multi-purpose venue features flexible capacity that can expand to up to 83,000 seats; a retractable roof structure inspired by the oculus in the ancient Rome Pantheon; views of the Atlanta skyline; a 360-degree HD video halo board that, at nearly six stories tall and 1,100 linear feet in diameter, is the largest in the NFL and the world; an exterior fan plaza that provides fans with pre- and post-game entertainment; and a host of bars, restaurants and unique gathering destinations offering fans an unparalleled game day experience. Mercedes-Benz Stadium is part of AMB Sports & Entertainment, which also includes the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United.
Who we are
We use our core values as a compass to guide our decisions, as they serve as our North Star. If we live our core values daily, we know everything else will take care of itself. We enjoy a culture rooted in giving back to others through our time, talents, labor, and financial commitment. We are successful when we collaborate with and value each other like family, maintain a hunger to delight our guests, and continuously innovate. We listen closely for even the smallest need for improvement, stand up for our convictions, and genuinely own our responsibilities as if our name is on the outside of the building.
Our Ideal Candidates
Actively Listen – Take an active role in listening by being fully present in the moment, using healthy body language, and ensuring a shared understanding. When we read between the lines and hear what others are saying and what they are not saying, we encounter amazing opportunities to go the extra mile in serving them.
Collaborate – Realize that we are better together than we are alone. We achieve much better results when others have the opportunity to add their diverse perspectives. Be open to feedback and actively seek input from a variety of people at different levels, as the best ideas often come from those who are closest to the people we serve.
Engage in Servant Leadership – Put others ahead of yourself even when it’s difficult. Find opportunities to lead by example in the way you pitch in and help others. Giving back to others is at the heart of what we do.
Build Relationships – Cultivate trust in relationships by showing respect and sensitivity. Invest time in helping others to continuously improve by listening to their ideas and helping them to continuously improve.
Own Results – Own issues you encounter, even when they are outside of your area of responsibility, by taking action or seeking out the needed resolution. You are empowered and expected to take risks aimed at exceeding the expectations of our guests. Take advantage of this rare opportunity by utilizing available resources.
Position Summary
The Stadium Operations HBCU Fellow will support the Stadium Operations Department from early September 2026 - November 2026 with a primary focus on assisting and shadowing the Operations Projects Team, while gaining hands-on experience in stadium operations and project management directly involving our stadium, fans, players, coaches, and staff.
During the 10-week program, the Fellow will learn about the full project lifecycle and will be assigned one supervised project within Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Leading up to Atlanta Falcons home games, the Fellow will assist with event preparation, such as field preparation with Grounds, and venue setup with Conversions. On event days, the Fellow will report to Michael Duku and support operations from the Stadium Operations Center (SOC).
This position reports to Christian Roberson, Operations Project Coordinator.
Roles and Responsibilities
Assist and shadow the Operations Projects Team
Support planning, execution, and closeout of stadium projects
Manage one assigned project under supervision
Assist with Falcons game-day venue preparation and stadium conversions
Support field preparation, grounds, and setup activities
Assist with event-day operations from the SOC
Follow stadium safety and operational procedures
Provide general operational support as assigned
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Current student at Morehouse College, Spelman College, or Morris Brown College
Valid driver’s license
Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds while twisting and/or turning, working at heights, and frequent climbing of stairs and ladders
Required Skills
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to build relationships with management, staff, and contractors
Customer-service oriented, professional, and fan-friendly attitude
Basic knowledge of project coordination or operational processes
Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced, live-event environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Basic understanding of project lifecycle management (planning, execution, and closeout)
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Work Environment:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, however, during events, the noise level may be loud;
Employees must be able to work in the evenings, weekends and holidays as .
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