Merchandise Internship-2026 BNP Paribas Open

LEGENDS

Founded in 2008, Legends is a premium experiences company with six divisions operating worldwide – Global Planning, Global Sales, Global Planning, Hospitality, Global Merchandise, and Global Technology Solutions – offering clients and partners a 360-degree data and analytics fueled service solution platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment. For more information, visitwww.Legends.netand follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @TheLegendsWay.

GLOBAL MERCHANDISE

Recognized leaders in retail and merchandising worldwide, Legends Global Merchandise provides a fully customized, customer-centric, omnichannel shopping experience for fans. Our vertical service solution allows us to provide the latest trends, styles, designs, and brand collaborations across different categories. For in-venue, e-commerce and pop-up operations, Legends sets the standard when it comes to a unique shopping experience.  We pride ourselves in creating a customized portfolio of inventory based on each property and operating as a true extension of each client’s brand.  Different guests want different things, and we are here to build and provide a tailored retail experience. 

THE ROLE

This basic timeline will provide you with an idea of the diverse roles you will undertake. You will be involved in various tasks, including working with inventory processes and spending time in The Shops. You will be able to collaborate with Legends staff and leading tennis merchandise and apparel manufacturers. This experience will offer you valuable insights into the overall operations of a tennis championship.

2026 BNP Paribas Open

Location:  Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Indian Wells, CA

Estimated Time Frame: February 16th – March 18th, 2026

POSITION DESCRIPTION-TIMELINE:

This basic timeline will provide you with an idea of the diverse roles you will undertake. You will be involved in various tasks, including working with inventory processes and spending time in The Shops. You will be able to collaborate with Legends staff and leading tennis merchandise and apparel manufacturers. This experience will offer you valuable insights into the overall operations of a tennis championship.

End of February

• Assist in receiving all merchandise for The Shops
• Receive product cartons
• Conduct inventory processes
• Organize and distribute merchandise around The Shops

Beginning of March

• Assist with set-up and visual displays within The Shops
• Work with national vendor representatives to move products into the store
• Design storefront layout and displays to enhance visual appeal and attract customers
• Work with visuals consultant and Legends staff to create and apply visuals throughout the Shops
• Assist in the final preparations of the merchandise facilities
• Create signage; Organize the point-of-sale stations; Train volunteers

Event Weeks

• Assist our full-time merchandise staff in running The Shops throughout the BNP Paribas event weeks (March 1 - 15)
• Direct over 250 employees in various areas of the merchandise operations
• Coordinate with vendors on product related tasks and questions
• Resolving customer service issues and inquiring on customer satisfaction
• Implement design changes to store layout to improve customer flow

Post Tournament Week

• Assist with the breakdown of the merchandise operations
• Assist with any post-event sales and load out process

Please click on the link below to view a video of the 2025 BNP Shops to reference our operation.

https://vimeo.com/1067449125/d4210cb9e3?share=copy

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• All applicants must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred.
• Must be friendly, self-motivated, and love meeting new people in an exciting event setting
• Willingness and drive to exceed guest expectations
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced and continuously changing environment
• Must maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to stand, walk, bend and move throughout the venue for extended periods of time
• Ability to transport up to 30 lbs on a continuous basis
• Basic math skills; ability to accurately count change and balance bank
• Ability to work independently or in a team during set up and to get tasks done efficiently
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and guests
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with team members along with willingness to set and maintain high standards of performance
• Must be flexible to work extended hours including late nights, weekends and holidays
• Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations including but not limited to Legends’ COVID Preparedness Plan and Standard Operating Procedures, complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training.
• Follow and encourage your team to follow all safety policies and procedures, looking for and reporting any unsafe work conditions, and complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training.

COMPENSATION:

• Paid hourly plus overtime – Standard Rate: $17.00
• Housing provided by LGM. More details provided during interview process. 
• Staff uniforms provided for event days

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Legends Global Merchandise Staff
• 30+ National Merchandise Licensees and their Lead Sales Representatives

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On Site

Ability to assist in moving boxes and fixtures weighing approximately 30-70 lb., as well as stand unassisted for extended periods of time.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.