ABOUT THIS ROLE: Memphis 901 FC are seeking an enthusiastic, driven, and energetic individuals to join our summer internship program. The selected candidate(s) must be available to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends, especially as it relates to games and other events. Intern roles will be part-time, including office hours and game days. Interns will develop valuable skills and gain practical experience in the professional sports environment.
Responsibilities:
· Work under the supervision of the community development manager and marketing manager
· Assist with digital & traditional marketing efforts
· Conduct research in support of community development & relations
· Assist with enhancing the game day experience at Memphis 901 games
· Assist in organizing and executing community events, fan engagement activities and events with community partners
· Assist with gameday set-up and takedown of fan experience elements
Qualifications:
· Pursuit of sport management, marketing, communication, and/or business degree is preferred.
· Computer proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
· Strong communication skills and telephone etiquette.
· Ability to multi-task and handle a variety of projects.
· Basic knowledge of soccer and appreciation of the sport is encouraged.
· Ability to work a minimum of 20 hours/week in both a traditional office and remotely, as well as non-traditional hours for events and game days, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
· Computer proficient with own personal laptop.
· Available for credit in a college program at the Undergraduate or Graduate level. All internships will be paid.
· Must have valid driver’s license and own method of transportation.
Working Conditions:
The internship requires candidates to function in a high-activity and heavily crowded outdoor professional sports venue. Interns will be exposed to inclement weather of varying degrees. While performing the duties of this internship, the candidate is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, and climb up/downstairs. The intern is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit and must lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. The information provided in this job description is designed to provide the general nature and level of work performed by team members within the job classification. The job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all internship duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job. This internship description will be updated, modified, and revised by the Company, at its sole discretion, from time to time as it deems necessary to meet the business needs of the Company. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.