At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.
MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential.
We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team.
Job DescriptionThe Wayne and Theresa Embry Fellowship will provide two Canadians the opportunity to gain firsthand experience in a professional basketball environment over the course of a full NBA season. The Raptors commit to providing at least one of the fellowship opportunities to an individual who identifies as part of a marginalized and/or racialized group.
The fellowship consists of rotations to provide growth of knowledge and experience in all facets of an NBA team. These include: coaching, scouting, team services, player advancement, medical, equipment, travel, G-League, public relations, basketball operations, analytics, culture and inclusion, scouting, and NBA Draft. Each rotation will include a mentor and specific responsibilities to learn the role that each department plays within an NBA organization.
As a fellow, you may also have the opportunity to gain event operations experience at NBA Summer League and Basketball without Borders world camp held during WNBA/NBA All-Star weekend. Travel and accommodations for these events will be covered as part of the Fellowship experience. The fellows will begin in June of 2025, and will receive a $50,000 CAD stipend for the year, which will be paid out semi-monthly.
For more insight on the Wayne and Theresa Embry Fellowship, follow the experience of this year's Wayne and Theresa Embry Fellows on Instagram (@RaptorsFellow).
Qualifications
The Toronto Raptors are looking for individuals who, like Wayne & Theresa Embry, demonstrate a commitment to social impact and the game of basketball. Ideal candidates are community leaders working in basketball and/or working professionals with a passion for the game.
Mr. Embry’s philosophy revolves around his eight P’s: Perseverance, Persistence, Preparation, Passion, Perception, Pride, Purpose and Performance. If you have demonstrated a commitment to these same words in your life, then this may be the opportunity for you!
How to Apply
To qualify, all applicants will be asked to submit a formal resume/CV, complete the full online application, and submit a link to an online video no longer than 2 minutes in length that demonstrates the following to our panel:
How you are uniquely qualified for this fellowship through Wayne Embry’s P’s: Perseverance, Persistence, Preparation, Passion, Perception, Pride, Purpose, and Performance.How have you demonstrated your passion for basketball?Videos can be posted on either YouTube or Google Drive.
Please name videos: “[FIRST NAME, LAST NAME] – 2025/2026 WTEF Application”
Additional InformationAll applications must be submitted through our online job posting no later than Feb 13, 2025
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization. We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected]. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.