With Who: College of Charleston Athletics
Dates: The duration of the 2019-2020 school year (August 2019 – May 2020).
Position Description: The College of Charleston Athletic Department is seeking motivated students to work as an intern for the duration of the 2019-2020 school year. Interns must be current students. The internship combines office duties and event experience to prepare you for a career in athletics and/or marketing. A large focus of the internship will be promoting athletic events to the student body at the College of Charleston.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Create marketing and promotional plans for assigned sports and games
- Execute game day promotions & help with sponsorship fulfillment on game day
- Assist with campus promotion and social media efforts to increase attendance at athletic events
- Find opportunities on campus and in the community to promote our athletic teams
- Work community events to promote CofC Athletics, such as Farmer’s Markets, festivals, etc.
- Answer the phone and assist customers with ticket purchases and questions
- Maintain inventory of giveaway items and marketing collateral
Qualifications & Skills:
- Must be at least a junior in school (Sophomores will be considered if you have a strong resume and can prove you will take the position seriously)
- Strong organizational and communication skills a must
- Willingness to talk to people and work as a team is very important
Time Requirements:
- Work at least 10 office hours a week plus 75% of all games and events
- You will be expected to work some games over holiday breaks, depending on the schedule
- Any planned trips, vacations, etc. must be communicated in advance
Compensation: The internship is unpaid. Class credit is available. Student must apply and secure proper documentation to their advisor to receive class credit.
Apply: Email sportsmarketing@cofc.edu with your resume and class schedule for Fall 2019.