Intern - Championship Management

Job Description

The Best Players Need the Best People. Targeted Internship Dates: January - March 2024
Responsible for supporting the Tournament Services team in planning, preparation, and execution of THE PLAYERS Championship. QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and Computer Skills
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or currently enrolled as a graduate or senior undergraduate student
  • Sports Marketing/Management, Marketing, Management, Hospitality, Communications, or comparable majors preferred
  • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Proficiency in basic social media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) and MailChimp is preferred
• Skill Set Requirements
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Must take initiative in project management and problem solving
  • Capacity to address multiple tasks simultaneously and remain composed under pressure
  • Organization, attention to detail, and time management
  • Ability to communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, clients, partners, vendors, and general public
  • Heavy lifting and labor are required

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Actively participate in the pre-planning, logistics and execution of the tournament as well as special events
• Assist with Volunteer Administration: recruitment, data entry, volunteer package preparation, volunteer headquarters management, training plans and execution, meeting schedules, sponsorship elements, etc.
• Update and enhance creative items
• Assist with corporate hospitality, including activation and facilitating relationships with tournament sponsors, clients, vendors, etc.
• Manage pre-event shipping and storage of client boxes
• Develop content and assist with the volunteer social media (Facebook) efforts, website, and newsletter (MailChimp)
• Submit credential orders and client requests (shuttle passes, bag tags and complimentary tickets)
• Responsible for the inventory, storage and organization of all tournament apparel, gifts, etc.
• Assist with general administrative work including purchasing and billing
• Special projects or other duties as assigned