Welcome to the fun and exciting world of being an arena sales intern. If you are looking to break away from the norm, and work in an action packed environment that is different every day of the week, than the Garden is the place for you.
Responsibilities include:

Group Mailings – There are many occasions during the course of the sales season that we send out direct mail for a wide assortment of shows, and to a wide assortment of people.

Future Bruins – Come help us make some young Bruins fans dream come true by helping us coordinate a game on the Garden ice prior to the Bruins game with two youth hockey organizations. Fun for the parents, fun for the players, and fun for the staff who helps to organize this once in a lifetime opportunity.

Office Support - Make runs to and from the Box Office for the Bruins Sales Staff. Head outside and into the great wide open to pick up packages at local suppliers, or deliver tickets to various companies in and around Boston.

Database Maintenance – Help us better serve our customers by learning more about them. Make calls to update lists, or jump on-line and discover new ways to allow us to reach our consumers.

Assist on the Play – Just like the teams who play in the GARDEN you may be asked from time to time to help out another department, or perhaps even the President’s Office. Jobs can range from serving dinner to the homeless as part of the “Garden Neighborhood Charities” Table of Friends, to escorting a Disney on Ice character at a local hospital visit.

These are just a few of the things a Garden and Boston Bruins Sales Intern can experience while learning from us each day. One of the great advantages about this industry is that it is always changing. Each night is a new event, filled with the promise of a new outcome. Come find out what all the hype is about and be a part of this exciting atmosphere.
 

All internships are unpaid and for college credit only. Please indicate when you are available to start.

Responsibilities:
Assist Youth Hockey Development staff with daily activities and projects.
· Contribute to the development and coordination of Youth Hockey programs.
· Assist on and off ice with clinics, programs and activities.
· Create marketing plans to promote Youth Hockey initiatives.
· Develop promotional ideas and events for current and potential Boston Bruins Youth Hockey strategies and sponsors.
· Assist in scheduling and organization the Boston Bruins NHL Street program.
· Manage Youth Hockey information table during ALL Bruins home games.
· Keep a comprehensive record of events and media clips that cover Boston Bruins Youth Hockey events.
· Assist with booking youth hockey events, fundraisers and on-ice activities
· Attend and contribute to all Boston Bruins special events.
· Manage Youth Hockey Department contacts database.
· Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Compensation and Requirements:
· Internships offered by the Boston Bruins are non-compensated. All interns must receive college credit.
· All interns are required to lift (25) pounds and perform some manual labor. All interns are required to perform at least (2) appearances as Blades, the Boston Bruins mascot.
· Interns are required to work all game days and major team events

Schedule:

SPRING
Positions Available: 1
Tenure: January to May or end of playoffs
Deadline to Apply: December 10
Obligation: Must have flexible schedule and be willing to work all Bruins home games, major events, and additional community activities

SUMMER
Positions Available: 1
Tenure: May to September
Deadline to Apply: April 1
Obligation: Must have flexible schedule and be willing to work all Bruins home games, major events, and additional community activities

The BostonBruins.com Internship is a position that works with the Bruins Content Manager at BostonBruins.com, within the Bruins Communications Department. Interns will gain experience working on the Public Relations side of sports writing. Essential duties are as follows:

-Authoring game stories, news stories and feature stories for BostonBruins.com and the Bruins Gameday Program.
-Acting as a producer during the in-game live blogs. This includes watching away games on NESN to help with the production of the in-game live blogs.
-Recording interviews on a mini-camera for use on the Boston Bruins TV website as well as distribution to local television stations.
·-Transcribing coach and player interviews for distribution to local media.
-Assisting the Communications staff in gameday media operations during Boston Bruins home games.
-Other duties as assigned

This is a writing-intensive position as prospective candidates will publish stories on the Boston Bruins website and should possess strong writing backgrounds. Candidates must be organized, responsible, punctual and have flexible schedules to work some nights and all Bruins home games during the time of the internship.  Strongly prefer candidates with the most availability and those that are located in Boston until the end of June 2010. Journalism and Communications majors strongly preferred.

Please send three clips of your best work either by email or hard copy.

We accept resumes on a rolling basis. Please specify which internship you are applying for in your cover letter (spring, summer, fall). The schedule is as follows:
January-May (spring, application deadline 12/1)
May-August (summer, application deadline 4/1)
September-December (fall, application deadline 8/1)

Interested candidates should mail (please do not fax or email) a resume and cover letter to:
John Bishop
Web Content Manager
Boston Bruins
100 Legends Way
Boston, MA 02114

All Bruins Communications Internships are for college credit only and are unpaid.

Overview: The Event Services Intern will be responsible for assisting with the day to day operations of the Event Services Department, as well as set-up and coordination or all arena events. Intern will be responsible for assisting with both BOH and FOH for each event and will get ample experience on both sides.

Job Summary/Responsibilities:
• Assist Event Services Department in the planning, organization and supervision of all events at Nationwide Arena
• Assist with the daily operations of the Event Services Department including but not limited to daily meetings, filing event information, scheduling, staffing, special projects, etc.
• Assist with all event documentation and coordination.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Necessary Skills/Experience:
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Good problem solving skills
• Work independently with little supervision
• Work well in a team setting when needed.
• Ability to work under pressure

Working Environment / Conditions:
• High noise level during events
• Stair climbing and excessive standing for sustained amounts of time.
 

As an intern in the Ticket Service & Retention Department he/she will work with the current Season Ticket Holder base and assist the Service reps with their fulfillment of the Season Ticket packages, including relationship building, event planning and execution, and renewal of ticket packages Playoffs and the 2009-2010 season. He/she will assist in resolving client issues and make sure they are satisfied with their experience with the Detroit Red Wings (DRW).

•  Assist Ticket Service Department to improve fan experience and drive repeat business from team’s season and partial plan holders.
• Season and partial package renewals & additional seat requests
• Maintaining accurate account information
• Resolving customer needs
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and effectively and enthusiastically communicate all team happenings, events, ticket holder benefits, and arena details that are relevant to defined account base
• Anticipate, respond to, and resolve all complaints, requests, and inquiries from defined account base; handle difficult situations in a calm and professional manner, ensuring that each fan interaction results in increased loyalty to the team
• Assist in delivering customized programs, benefits and events to drive loyalty with defined account base
   

Internship Opportunities - Spring 2010

DESCRIPTION:
Our Internship Program is designed to give exposure and experience on how a major sport organization operates. Our emphasis is to provide significant challenges, varying daily operational requirements and opportunity for creativity, resourcefulness, and excellence.

Our mission is to provide opportunities for one’s skills in areas of organization, planning, administrative, sales, and service through 1) hands-on experience 2) pride in a job well done, and 3) the knowledge that each intern’s work has benefited the company and has been useful to others.

APPLY TO:
Florida Panthers
Human Resources/Internship Program
BankAtlantic Center
One Panther Parkway
Sunrise, Florida 33323
Or e-mail: Jobs@floridapanthers.com
Fax – 954- 835-7601

HOW TO APPLY:
Send a resume, and a brief cover letter outlining why you want to work with the Florida Panthers and what qualities you feel you can offer the organization. Please indicate in your cover letter the time period for which you are applying.
We accept applications throughout the year. We do suggest that you submit your application at least 2-3 months prior to the period for which you are applying. All applicants will receive acknowledgment of our receipt of their application. No phone calls please!
Applications will be kept on file until the start of an internship period. At that time, final candidates will be selected to participate in the final interview process. Finalists will be contacted by phone to schedule an interview. If you are not selected as a final candidate, you will be notified of this decision.
QUICK FACTS:
• All internships are unpaid.
• Final candidates must come to Florida, at their own expense for an interview. No interns will be selected by phone interview.
• Any relocation fees are the responsibility of the intern.
• All candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S.A.
• All candidates must be currently enrolled in school and must receive college credits for the internship.

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Corporate Sales Intern:
HOURS REQUIRED: 20 – 30 hours per week.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Qualified candidates must possess superior organizational skills, be able to function in a fast-paced, multi-task setting, and have exceptional time management abilities. Individuals must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Daily contact with partners via fax/phone. Good organizational skills, as well as a good grasp on business ethics. Dealing with fortune 500 companies on a daily basis. Assist with special events and activities. Internet research.
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Client Services Intern:
HOURS REQUIRED: 30 + hours per week.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Qualified candidates must be a self-starter and possess superior organizational skills, be able to function in a fast-paced, multi-task setting, and have exceptional time management abilities. Individuals must possess a positive attitude and excellent oral/written communication skills. Computer skills, with an emphasis in Microsoft Excel and Word, are required.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Daily contact with season tickets holders via fax/phone/e-mail. This position will be the frontline for general client inquiries by answering the season ticket holder hotline and responding to e-mails in a timely manner. Provide assistance on game days, and during special events. Internet research.
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Promotions/Marketing Intern:
HOURS REQUIRED: 30 hours per week.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Interested individuals must possess superior organizational skills, be able to function in a fast-paced, multi-task setting, and have exceptional time management abilities. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Must have a working knowledge of the following computer programs: Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and Word Perfect. Candidates should also possess general word processing, spreadsheet, and database capabilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare game-day event assignment sheet and organizing game day staff. Facilitate in –game promotions such as advertisements, contests, and fan interaction group. In addition, prepare and participate in outside promotional events. Assist in the utilization of promotional tools at South Florida special events. Administer payroll for and maintain communication with all game-day staff.
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Event Presentation Intern:
HOURS REQUIRED: 30 hours per week / game days
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Major in Television Production is required. Computer skills are preferred. Editing and camera shooting is necessary as well. Basic knowledge of mixing principles and audio/video set up. An outgoing personality and ability to work with others in a fast paced environment. Available to work flexible hours.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in preparing game presentations. Compiling Panther highlights archive. Editing features for game day. Camera shooting. Animation, computer graphics, and all aspects of video production.
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Season and Group Ticket Sales Intern:
HOURS REQUIRED: 30 hours per week and game nights
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Interested in sales; excellent written and verbal skills. Computer skills are required. Good typing and telephone skills etiquette are required. Marketing/Business background preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist the department with daily activities. Maintaining sales related spreadsheets, statistical data, and Panthers lead development projects. Working Panthers home games for ticket sales or processing and distributing group welcome packages and prizes.
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Media Relations Intern:
HOURS REQUIRED: 30 hours +/- Game Days
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Self-starter, career orientated professional. Proficient written, oral and computer skills. Internet research. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary. Communications background is preferred. Sufficient knowledge of the NHL and its Players.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Compile up to date statistics on junior and minor league prospects. Organize, write and distribute game notes and press releases. Setup media press room and press box for all home games. Respond to requests concerning media guide, game programs, player pictures and slides. General office duties.
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Marketing Intern:
HOURS REQUIRED: 30 hours +/- Game Days
JOB DESCRIPTION / REQUIREMENTS: Assist in the implementation of marketing goals and objectives. Direct activities to ensure growth and expansion of services and to guarantee that marketing goals and objectives are met. Determine target markets for each show and choose proper media to reach them. Generate new and creative ideas to attract/promote the shows and Florida Panthers promotions. Assist in coordinating design, layout and distribution of all advertisement, direct mail pieces, program booklets, brochures, pamphlets and press releases. Assist in allocating budget between direct mail, newspaper, radio, television and promotion expenses. Coordinate photographic needs for routine and special events, documentation and promotional purposes; production of audio visual programs; and corporate sponsorships in support of special events. Establish and sustain personal relationships with media personnel, including newspaper, magazines, television and radio. Assist in media placement for Florida Panthers and BAC upcoming media schedules. Work with specific media partners in the development and execution of promotional plans. Participate and network within the community and industry. Get involved in industry related associations and community organizations. Assist in the media escorts for shows.
QUALIFICATIONS: Looking to seek college degree in Public Relations, Mass Communications, Journalism or related field. Organize & prioritize work to meet deadlines. Work effectively under pressure. Strong organizational skills, written & oral communication skills, team-oriented. Maintain effective working relationship with employees, clients, exhibitors, patrons, etc. Knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to work some nights and weekends
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Database Marketing Intern:
HOURS REQUIRED: At least 15 hours per week / game days
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Major in Sports Management, Business, Computer Information Systems, or other computer–related degree required. Excellent written, verbal, and computer skills including Microsoft Office Applications are essential. Strong attention to detail is a must. Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision is necessary.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Gain hands-on experience working with a CRM system. Assist in creating/formatting spreadsheets of customer data. Assist in preparing, completing, and analyzing surveys, and email campaigns. Help organize e-mail inquiries and requests from customers. Perform other responsibilities and duties available during internship.
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Communications Intern:
HOURS REQUIRED: 30 – 40 hours per week.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Interns with a background in Journalism, English or Communications are preferred. Practical journalism experience including working for a college newspaper and having clips is a plus.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Intern will be given the same opportunities of all staff member for SSE's group of monthly sports magazines in South Florida, Central Florida and beyond. Intern will have opportunity to write monthly features, interviews and smaller articles on everything from the NBA, NHL, MLB and NFL to college and amateur sports. Intern will also be heavily involved in the monthly publishing process including ideation, editing and more.
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Building Operations Department Intern:
HOURS REQUIRED: A minimum of 25 hours per week.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Undergraduate (junior/senior standing) or graduate students attending an accredited university with major emphasis in Sports or Recreation Management or related field. Designed for students considering careers in facility management or professional sports, this internship provides students the opportunity to learn the day to day operation of a professional sports facility and major concert venue. Through the internship students will learn the process of managing a successful arena by not only helping to build and manage a multi-million dollar budget but also interacting with all facility staff and subcontractors.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Aid facility management in day to day operation of the facility. Perform administrative support to the Building Operations Department. Assist with creating/managing the arenas operating budget. Compile monthly utility report, aid in cost saving initiatives. Conduct building maintenance inspections. Provide research for capital projects. Assist Managers during events as needed. Aid in the creation of new initiatives and operating procedures.
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Event Marketing and Sales Intern:
HOURS PREFERRED: Flexible schedule including nights and weekends
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Junior, Senior and Graduate students only. Solid written, oral skills and computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist the Event Sales Manager & Event Marketing Manager in creating awareness for all shows, sporting events and concerts at the BankAtlantic Center. Responsible for conducting demographic research for various department projects and upcoming events. Assist the Event Sales Manager in the selling of all Family Show events. Make sales calls to promote shows and gain group ticket sales. Help with the development of Direct Mail pieces and their mailings.
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Mascot Intern:
HOURS REQUIRED: 30 hours +/- Game Days
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends and holidays. Must have a positive, energetic and creative personality. Must be reliable, punctual and courteous. Ability to respond to various situations quickly and professionally. General knowledge of the sport of hockey and the Florida Panthers. Ability to lift and carry at least 30 pounds.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist mascot during all home games to include pre-season, regular and post-season games. Assist in mascot nightly duties including handling of props, t-shirt tosses and performing in the crowd. Serve as primary communicator between mascot and patrons/Game Presentation Crew. Use energy and personality to interact and excite large crowds for duration of home games. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements
The following outlines the requirements for all of our internships:
1. All interns must be students at accredited colleges and universities
2. The internship must be a part of the student’s curriculum
3. The internship must provide earned hours that are directly applied to the student’s degree
4. Interns must work a minimum of 32 hours per week, per semester
5. During the hockey season interns must be available to work game nights
6. Interns must be high-energy, detail-oriented, team players
7. Internships do not provide compensation
8. Internships do not guarantee full-time positions with the Predators upon completion

Please, no phone calls!
 

Finance Internship

This intern performs general office duties such as filing, copying, creating worksheets, as well as works on special projects, which may include internal audits and accumulation of data for analysis. The finance department attempts to involve interns in all facets of the operations in order for the intern to better understand the role of the finance department.

Requirements
The following outlines the requirements for all of our internships:
1. All interns must be students at accredited colleges and universities
2. The internship must be a part of the student’s curriculum
3. The internship must provide earned hours that are directly applied to the student’s degree
4. Interns must work a minimum of 32 hours per week, per semester
5. During the hockey season interns must be available to work game nights
6. Interns must be high-energy, detail-oriented, team players
7. Internships do not provide compensation
8. Internships do not guarantee full-time positions with the Predators upon completion

Please, no phone calls!

Corporate Partnerships Internship

This intern assists in the development of programs with new and existing corporate sponsors that would enhance sponsorships and activation at the retail level. Also, this person assists staff in preparing proposals and disseminating information for sponsors, develop, prepare, update, and coordinate materials for sales center in support of the department on a daily basis, manage department timelines and budgets with the Department Head, research projects, and participate in other duties, including game night, as required.

 

Requirements
The following outlines the requirements for all of our internships:
1. All interns must be students at accredited colleges and universities
2. The internship must be a part of the student’s curriculum
3. The internship must provide earned hours that are directly applied to the student’s degree
4. Interns must work a minimum of 32 hours per week, per semester
5. During the hockey season interns must be available to work game nights
6. Interns must be high-energy, detail-oriented, team players
7. Internships do not provide compensation
8. Internships do not guarantee full-time positions with the Predators upon completion

Please, no phone calls!

Marketing
This intern helps coordinate, timeline, and track production of print, broadcast, outdoor and other media or advertising projects, maintains collateral material (brochures, pamphlets, etc.) and archives, assists with the development and execution of sponsor related promotions, maintains promotions calendar, assists with the creation of promotional programs and retail promotion evaluation programs, performs various game night and special event duties, and helps with consumer data profile development

Game Presentation Internship
This intern assists with game presentation, documentation of game format, setup and breakdown of promotions, and special events.
 

Requirements
The following outlines the requirements for all of our internships:

All interns must be students at accredited colleges and universities

The internship must be a part of the student’s curriculum

The internship must provide earned hours that are directly applied to the student’s degree

Interns must work a minimum of 32 hours per week, per semester

During the hockey season interns must be available to work game nights

Interns must be high-energy, detail-oriented, team players

Internships do not provide compensation

Internships do not guarantee full-time positions with the Predators upon completion

Broadcasting Internship
 

This intern helps with game production and editing, shooting Beta cam, logging highlights, and interview setups
 

Requirements
The following outlines the requirements for all of our internships:
1. All interns must be students at accredited colleges and universities
2. The internship must be a part of the student’s curriculum
3. The internship must provide earned hours that are directly applied to the student’s degree
4. Interns must work a minimum of 32 hours per week, per semester
5. During the hockey season interns must be available to work game nights
6. Interns must be high-energy, detail-oriented, team players
7. Internships do not provide compensation
8. Internships do not guarantee full-time positions with the Predators upon completion
How To Apply
If you are interested in an internship, please apply at www.teamworkonline.com.
Please, no phone calls!

Ticket Operations Intern

This intern works with the Ticket Sales department to help generate and organize new sales leads, as well as assist in the printing and distribution of tickets during the season.Intern will receive training in both the Archtics and Ticketmaster ticketing programs, as well as Microsoft Excel and Word.
 

Requirements
The following outlines the requirements for all of our internships:
1. All interns must be students at accredited colleges and universities
2. The internship must be a part of the student’s curriculum
3. The internship must provide earned hours that are directly applied to the student’s degree
4. Interns must work a minimum of 32 hours per week, per semester
5. During the hockey season interns must be available to work game nights
6. Interns must be high-energy, detail-oriented, team players
7. Internships do not provide compensation
8. Internships do not guarantee full-time positions with the Predators upon completion
How To Apply
If you are interested in an internship, please apply at www.teamworkonline.com.
Please, no phone calls!

Youth and Amateur Hockey Internship

This intern assists the Amateur & Youth Hockey Department in all aspects of preparation and execution of grassroots youth hockey development initiatives, such as Get Out And Learn, Street Pride, Hot Shots, Summerfest Tour and recognition program; participates in weekday, week night and/or weekend ice, inline and street hockey clinics at local rinks; coordinates appearance calendar for Hot Shots school demonstrations and assists with season events such as Predators Cup Tournament, Hockey School, Ace’s Got Skills and Foundation events. Develops content for website features of youth community appearances as well as an inventory of youth hockey programs from around the NHL and participates in community-related activities such as clinics and demonstrations. In addition, intern will assist with game night related activities such as intermission scrimmages, exhibition games, group nights and interactive games. Intern must like to work with children and interact with the public, be detail oriented and have an upbeat friendly personality. Hockey knowledge and skating skills recommended, but not necessary.

 

This position will report to the Predators radio play-by-play broadcaster, and is for the duration of the 2009-10 Season. This position will focus largely on game night and seasonal operations in regards to radio broadcasting. Student(s) will help track radio affiliates and relevant data; track player and team statistics and serve as in-game statistician; assist with broadcast needs during shows including notes, stats, and added-depth written reports; help edit and produce weekly podcast episodes for www.nashvillepredators.com; assist in editing player and coaches interviews for air; and other duties as assigned.

This person(s) must be available for all 41 Predators home games as well as office hours during the week. This position requires competence in Adobe Audition or similar audio editing program as well as document and spreadsheet software. Familiarity with hockey is a must! Statistical and computational ability needed, as well as advanced internet-based search abilities.

To clarify, this is not an on-air position. You will work closely with the broadcast department in its day-to-day operations. The position is an unpaid, for-credit only internship.

Please send resume and editing samples to Tom Callahan at twcallahan@nashvillepredators.com. Mp3 format preferred.

Requirements
The following outlines the requirements for all of our internships:
1. All interns must be students at accredited colleges and universities
2. The internship must be a part of the student’s curriculum
3. The internship must provide earned hours that are directly applied to the student’s degree
4. Interns must work a minimum of 32 hours per week, per semester
5. During the hockey season interns must be available to work game nights
6. Interns must be high-energy, detail-oriented, team players
7. Internships do not provide compensation
8. Internships do not guarantee full-time positions with the Predators upon completion
How To Apply
If you are interested in an internship, please apply at www.teamworkonline.com.
Please, no phone calls! 

Fan Relations Internship

Want to work for a Professional Sports team, but haven’t gotten your foot in the door? The Nashville Predators offer full-time college students the opportunity to gain hands on experience and earn college credit at the same time! Predators’ internships make it possible for students to learn how a professional sports team operates on a daily basis. You will gain valuable skills in outrageous customer service & ticketing, as well as contacts and experiences to jump start a career in the wide world of sports!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Interns should expect to work anywhere from 20-32 hours a week, per semester.
• During hockey season, some nights and weekend hours are required.
• Assist Fan Relations representatives by answering questions and performing duties related to service such as responding to emails, answering phone calls, and organizing incoming and outgoing mail.
• Responsible for working all Predators home games, staffing the Fan Relations Booth, and help with any other game related activities.
• Interact with employees and customers to assist in the resolution of problems and suggestions voiced by season ticket holders.
• Assist with the planning, organization, and execution of season ticket holder events.
• Contribute to common goals of the department and demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Fan Relations, Director of Ticket Sales.
• General administrative work is required such as data entry, copying, filing, and faxing.

Qualifications:

• Must be a student at accredited colleges & universities
• The internship must be a part of the student’s curriculum.
• Must possess organizational & time management skills.
• Must be a team player with the ability to work with others, as well as independently.
• Must be able to take the initiative & be able to multi-task.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel

**Please note this work opportunity is non-compensated and does not provide housing or transportation.
 

Requirements
The following outlines the requirements for all of our internships:
1. All interns must be students at accredited colleges and universities
2. The internship must be a part of the student’s curriculum
3. The internship must provide earned hours that are directly applied to the student’s degree
4. Interns must work a minimum of 32 hours per week, per semester
5. During the hockey season interns must be available to work game nights
6. Interns must be high-energy, detail-oriented, team players
7. Internships do not provide compensation
8. Internships do not guarantee full-time positions with the Predators upon completion
How To Apply
If you are interested in an internship, please apply at www.teamworkonline.com.
Please, no phone calls!

Communications Intern

This intern assists in the compilation of statistical materials, helps maintain archives (clip files, photo files, etc), produces daily clip package, writes articles for publications and website, edits various media relations materials, assists in the coordination of game day activities (pre-game set-up, press box operation and post-game), and assists in daily media/public/corporate communication activities.

Web interns

Website Intern

Ideal for a person with an interest in journalism. Responsibilities will fall strongly in the creation of written and video features for NashvillePredators.com, including conducting interviews with Predators players, coaches, and front office staff members. Candidate will be responsible to produce regular written features for the team website. Candidate will also be responsible to work with Community Relations and Youth & Amateur Hockey departments to produce written features on those departments’ events.

Ideal Candidates should possess the following skills:

- strong writing skills

- strong editing skills

- strong attention to details

- a basic working knowledge of html

- a comfort level conducting media interviews, including on-camera interviews for NashvillePredators.com

- basic Photoshop skills a plus

Hours: we can be flexible to work within your schedule, however most practice sessions occur in the late morning-to-early afternoon time slots.

Multimedia Intern

Responsibilities will fall strongly in the creation, filming, and editing of video and audio features for PredsTV – the on-line video portal for NashvillePredators.com. Candidates may be asked to film, encode, and edit projects from start to finish – some projects under short turn around times. Candidates may also be asked to coordinate some projects with Video Production department.

Ideal Candidates should possess the following skills:

- working knowledge of Final Cut Pro

- working knowledge of professional style video cameras

- a comfort level filming and conducting player interviews during post-practice and post-game media sessions

- comfort level producing audio podcasts a plus

Hours: must be able to accommodate home game schedule, including media sessions after home game day morning practice (media availability generally starts around 11 am), in-game responsibilities (most home games start at 7 pm) and post-game responsibilities (post-game wrap-up may take 1.5-2 hours after a game’s completion)

Requirements
The following outlines the requirements for all of our internships:
1. All interns must be students at accredited colleges and universities
2. The internship must be a part of the student’s curriculum
3. The internship must provide earned hours that are directly applied to the student’s degree
4. Interns must work a minimum of 32 hours per week, per semester
5. During the hockey season interns must be available to work game nights
6. Interns must be high-energy, detail-oriented, team players
7. Internships do not provide compensation
8. Internships do not guarantee full-time positions with the Predators upon completion
How To Apply
If you are interested in an internship, please apply at www.teamworkonline.com.
Please, no phone calls!

Database Marketing Internship

Coordinates and tracks production of direct mail, email and text campaigns, and assists in evaluating audience selection strategies for database-driven CRM marketing programs. Assists in conducting demographic and geographic research, coordinate data collection promotions such as enter-to-win and customer surveys both on and off site, and keypunch entries into database. Performs various game night/special event duties and assists in other marketing department areas as needed.
 

Requirements
The following outlines the requirements for all of our internships:
1. All interns must be students at accredited colleges and universities
2. The internship must be a part of the student’s curriculum
3. The internship must provide earned hours that are directly applied to the student’s degree
4. Interns must work a minimum of 32 hours per week, per semester
5. During the hockey season interns must be available to work game nights
6. Interns must be high-energy, detail-oriented, team players
7. Internships do not provide compensation
8. Internships do not guarantee full-time positions with the Predators upon completion
How To Apply
If you are interested in an internship, please apply at www.teamworkonline.com.
Please, no phone calls!

Arena Event Services Internship
This intern will assist with event coordination, assist with event set-up and breakdown, and office duties associated with maintaining a very busy Event Services Department. At the end of the internship, the student should expect to be knowledgeable about how events in a multiple use facility take shape and develop, including effective uses of formal and informal relationships required by the sports and entertainment industries.
 

Requirements
The following outlines the requirements for all of our internships:
1. All interns must be students at accredited colleges and universities
2. The internship must be a part of the student’s curriculum
3. The internship must provide earned hours that are directly applied to the student’s degree
4. Interns must work a minimum of 32 hours per week, per semester
5. During the hockey season interns must be available to work game nights
6. Interns must be high-energy, detail-oriented, team players
7. Internships do not provide compensation
8. Internships do not guarantee full-time positions with the Predators upon completion
How To Apply
If you are interested in an internship, please apply at www.teamworkonline.com.
Please, no phone calls!

Arena Marketing Intern
The Marketing Department is responsible for placing advertising, creating and executing promotions and coordinating publicity for Sommet Center events. Events include concerts, family events, non-Predator sports events. This intern will assist the Marketing Director in the development and implementation of promotional campaigns, creation of a ticket trade program for various shows/events, securing sponsorship for events, monitoring and reporting on in house marketing efforts, and researching the history of events coming to the arena. The intern will also assist in day/night of event duties including working closely with radio stations on premises, coordination of meet and greets, work directly with media covering events.

• Executes and maintains the Academy Program
• Main representative responsible for obtaining and registration of participants for the Islanders Hockey Academy program
• Attends ICE Tour events to promote program
• Initiates contact with interested parties in the program by calling each person that has requested information
• Answers all questions and explains process
• Sends out all pertinent paperwork to potential participants
• Follows up with phone calls, several if needed
• Keeps accurate records, re: ticket vouchers, consignment forms, enrollment, etc.
• Makes approximately 30-35 calls/day for the Academy Program - follow ups, responses to information inquires, call backs
• Builds relationships with participating parents - securing registration from past participants (moving from level 1 to level 2)
• Following up with participants to ensure we have all pertinent information (height, weight, shoe sizes for preparation of hockey bags and equipment)
• Supervise equipment distribution
• Arranges for additional pick up times for those that could not make Equipment Distribution Day
• On site contact all sessions for the Academy at each rink.  Available for all parents, coaches and rink staff for questions.  Ensures smooth flow of information and operation.
• Manage concourse presence at each New York Islanders home game by securing registration forms and provide answers to any questions participants and parents may ask about the New York Islanders Hockey Academy at concourse kiosk.  Distribute information about programs
• Continues to create opportunities and actually attend events in order to recruit for the New York Islanders Hockey Academy (ie: ALL of the YMCA's in Long Island, Safety Swim, All Pro Swim Center, schools and more)
• Take photo's of each session for Website
• Creation of attendance lists for each rink and tracking attendance of each participant
• Coordinate with manager regarding staffing for each rink
• Coordinate with all sponsors/partners to acquire gift bags inclusions for participation.  Creation of gift bags
• Assist manager with Lighthouse Tournament logistics as needed
• Assist manager with International Lighthouse Tournament logistics as needed

The New York Islanders are Long Island’s only major league franchise. The Islanders are proud to represent Long Island each and every time we take the ice, and we want Long Island to take pride in us. We are the only team named after its fans and we are the only team in professional sports that wears a map of their home so close to their heart.
An internship opportunity will give you the skills, contacts, and experiences vital to beginning a career in the exciting field of professional sports.

The following internships are available for Spring 2009:

(1) Graphic Design
(2) Iceworks Skating Facility
(3) Marketing Services
(4) Journalism & Media Relations
(5) Sponsorship
(6) Group Sales
(7) Game Operations
(8) Community Development
(9) Merchandise

An intern should expect to work anywhere from 20-30 hours each week (days and hours can be flexible based on school schedules) and these hours would including working most events/game nights. All intern positions call for general administrative work including but not limited to: maintaining/organizing files, data entry, copying, filing and faxing. Interns must possess strong organizational and communication (both oral and written) skills. Interns must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and the internet. Interns also must have the ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative, in addition to being able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize. A professional attitude will be expected. Please see below for descriptions of specific intern positions.

** To be considered for an internship, you must include the following: **
*Cover Letter
*Resume
*Days/Hours available
*List which 3 departments (do not write ALL) which you would be most interested in working for us.

(1) Graphic Design Internship:
Intern assisting in the New York Islanders graphic design department can expect to help in the design of collateral materials such as flyers, brochures and logos. Interns will assist in the innovative marketing of the club. Interns will gain experimental learning in the real and exciting world of entertainment and sports. Must have a background in graphic design; be proficient in Quark Express, Photoshop CS and Illustrator.

(2) Iceworks Skating Facility Internship:
General office duties, which include but are not limited to: assisting with class sign-ups and skate rentals, updating posters and flyers. Interns will be distributing material and brochures regarding figure skating, hockey and/or private lessons at a booth on the Concourse during games. Interns will also be assisting in all aspects of customer service.

(3) Marketing Services Internship:
General office duties, which include but are not limited to: helping with advertising and marketing calendar, program coordination, development creative promotions, event planning, office needs and field projects. Interns will be assisting with the development and distribution of advertising collateral to sponsors, spectators and staff. Responsible for updating the advertising clipping portfolio. Execute marketing pieces through internet, print, television and radio. Interns will be assisting in the innovative marketing of the club. Interns will gain experiential learning in the real and exciting world of entertainment and sports.

(4) Journalism/Media Relations Internship:
General office duties, which include but are not limited to: filing newspaper clippings, researching and maintaining statistics, editing media guides, assisting in preparation for press conferences, maintaining statistics, editing media guides, assisting in preparation for press conferences, maintaining the press box, handing out game credentials, submitting stories and features for website and game publications. This consists of working office hours and all home games. This internship will be writing intensive; those applying should have strong writing skills and some knowledge of the New York Islanders. To be considered for this particular internship, please include writing samples with application.

(5) Sponsorship Internship:
General office duties, which include but are not limited to: assisting with crowd control and promotions. Must have clean and professional appearance, due to interaction with high-level corporate clients.

(6) Group Sales:
General office duties, which include but are not limited to: assist in all aspects of customer service and acting as a liaison between sales and ticketing. Interns will be responsible for all aspects of mailings to season subscribers, partial season subscribers, family fun pack fans and general fans, including photocopying, folding, postage and delivery of materials. Interns will be assisting with database management. Interns will be assisting at Islanders games, including delivery of prize packs, zamboni rider procurement, ticket delivery and marketing material distribution. Interns will be assisting the marketing events, including delivery of marketing materials to hockey rinks, team store and distribution outlets.

(7) Game Operations Internship:
General office duties, which include but are not limited to: assisting the Game Operations department with special projects, game entertainment, game night organization, and overall department assistance. Game Operations interns will be performing detailed research on all other NHL team’s game entertainment, assisting with promotions, event execution, and sponsorship fulfillment. Interns are responsible for developing and executing new ideas.
Knowledge of Mac OS with Avid non-linear editing system, Adobe Photoshop & After Effects, Adobe Illustrator and experience setting up and operating professional camera’s and lighting recommended.

(8) Community Development:
General office duties, which include but are not limited to assisting with charitable donation requests, fan mail, the NY Islander’s Kids Club among other office duties. Interns will also take part in the New York Islander’s Community Patrol. The Community Patrol visits local Boys and Girls Clubs, youth groups, camps and schools daily. The Community Patrol brings an inflatable slap shot booth and give-a ways. The set up, manning, and break down of the inflates, along with distributing gave-a ways to the children are all duties of a day on the road with the Community Patrol.

(9) Merchandise:
General office duties, which include but are not limited to: assisting the re-merchandising of the merchandise stands at the Nassau Coliseum. This will include setting up new fixtures and sign materials. In addition, interns will be assisting in organizing the merchandise in preparation for the season.
 

** Please note: **
*Only students eligible to receive course credit will be considered. We do require proof from your college/university.
*Financial compensation is not available.
*We do not provide housing or transportation. All interns must have reliable transportation.

From time to time NHL Clubs and the League will be looking for interns. If you apply below and set the notification buttons for any or all internships you will be notified about specific internship opportunities. Applying here does not guarantee you an internship. **Please include an attached resume and a cover letter with your application to be considered for this position.

Company Profile:

Comcast-Spectacor (comcast-spectacor.com) is the Philadelphia-based sports and entertainment company which owns the Philadelphia Flyers (NHL), the Philadelphia 76ers (NBA), the two arenas in which their teams play, the Wachovia Center and Wachovia Spectrum, four Flyers Skate Zone community ice skating and hockey rinks and Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia.

In addition, Comcast-Spectacor is also the principal owner of Global Spectrum, the fastest growing firm in the public assembly management field with more than 70 facilities throughout the United States and Canada; Ovations Food Services, a food and beverage service provider; New Era Tickets, a ticketing and marketing company for public assembly facilities; Front Row Marketing Services, a commercial rights sales company; and 3601 Creative Group, a full-service in-house advertising agency. In a partnership with Disson Skating, Comcast-Spectacor annually produces 10 nationally televised figure skating spectaculars on NBC.
 

Location: Wachovia Complex (Philadelphia, PA)

Reports To: Employment Manager

Hours Required: 30 - 40 hours/week - January through May

Status: Temporary/Internship; Unpaid

Qualifications:

• Open to college juniors and seniors seeking an internship for class credits; HR majors preferred but all candidates who meet the above requirement will be considered.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel is required.
• Must demonstrate organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
• Must also demonstrate professional communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with promoting and administering the Comcast-Spectacor Internship Program, including screening and referring candidates, and coordinating interviews.
• Continuous communication/update of all relevant parties with regards to the Internship Program.
• Assist with planning and coordinating the Internship Orientation.
• Provide support to Employment Manager with screening incoming employment applications and resumes, including daily updates of database, and mailing responses.
• Update Internship Manual and Hiring Managers List as needed; inform Employment Manager of any changes.
• Help maintain and update internship files in an organized fashion.
• Handle incoming calls and answer/direct inquiries.
• Assist Human Resources staff with various individual projects involving research and design.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
   

EOE

Entity: Philadelphia Flyers

Location: Wachovia Center (Philadelphia, PA)

Summary:

Game Presentation Interns will report directly to the Game Presentation Coordinator. Their primary function is to assist in all aspects of NHL Game Entertainment and Special Events for the Philadelphia Flyers.

Qualifications:

• Open to college juniors, seniors and grad students seeking internships to fulfill class credit requirements
• Must demonstrate professionalism, a positive attitude, and strong communication skills
• No financial compensation is available
• No interviews will be conducted by phone
• Travel and housing arrangements are the responsibility of the student
• Game nights and/or weekend hours required
   

Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, coordinating and implementing all game presentation and event operations.
• Assist in the execution of In Game contests and promotions.
• Assist with special events including but not limited to season ticket holder functions, the All-Star balloting campaign, fan development, and play-off activities.
• Assist with the development and fulfillment of in-game entertainment elements.
• Assist in support for the invocation, color guard, national anthem, In Game Host, Game Correspondent, Delta Dental Ice team, and all special event entertainment groups.
• Assist with activation of Flyers In-Game Birthday program.
• Coordinate concourse décor when applicable.
• Assist with the execution of all group sales assets (prime-time series, tunnel kids, high-five kids, concourse performances, etc.)
• Assist with the random selection of participants for In-arena contests and promotions
• Assist with the unloading and distribution of premium item giveaways.
• Prepare all props, prizes and additional items used for Event Presentation purposes each game.
• Work with related Comcast-Spectacor departments as necessary.
• Assist with ideation, creation, and execution of all game presentation initiatives.
   

EOE

Thank you for your interest in the Comcast-Spectacor Internship Program. If your ultimate ambition is a career in the sports and entertainment industry, this program is an excellent first step.

OUR MISSION:

To recruit and develop the finest individuals in the sports and entertainment industry. We recognize the importance of each individual and will promote his/her active role in the ultimate success of Comcast-Spectacor. We intend to achieve first-class status as an internship program through steadfast, professional commitment to integrity, character, and service. We will exemplify the principles and discipline of a first-class sports organization in approach, in product, and in the results attained.

WHY DO YOUR INTERNSHIP WITH COMCAST-SPECTACOR:

We believe that the internship is the cornerstone of a student’s professional preparation. It allows a student to apply classroom theories, concepts and prior experience in a practical, professional setting. We’ve structured our program accordingly.

DID YOU KNOW:

• Our internship program is our primary source of candidates for full-time, entry-level positions
• Nearly 20% of our interns have been selected for full-time employment, and many continue their professional growth & development within the company
• Comcast-Spectacor was recognized by the Philadelphia Business Journal as the Best Place to Work in 2006 and 2008

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Open to COLLEGE STUDENTS ONLY, Junior, Senior, and Graduate Students
• Must receive academic credit (students are required to provide documentation of receiving academic credit for the internship experience)
• NO financial compensation is available for any position
• NO interviews will be conducted by phone
• Travel and housing arrangements are the responsibility of the students
• Some game nights and/or weekends may be required
• Part-time or full-time opportunities available

OPEN POSITION(S):

GAME PRESENTATION

• Assist the Game Presentation department in planning, organizing and executing an array of elements necessary for the in-game entertainment of all home Flyers hockey games
• Must be available for all Flyers home games
• Requires a highly detail-oriented, self-motivated communicator who follows direction and functions well in a dynamic environment
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned

SALES AND CUSTOMER SERVICE

• Birthday Requests – Calls, Implementation, Settlement
• Assist with Marketing Plans / Campaigns
• Assist with Media Drops
• Assist with Customer Service Calls to Season Ticket Holders
• Assist with Customer Service Mailings and Correspondence with all season ticket holders
• Proofing of all Marketing Collateral Materials – print, TV and radio scripts, brochures, etc.
• Assist with phone duties
• Assist with distribution of departmental mail
• Assist other related departments with community events, fan development events, game presentation, sales, and public relations as required

YOUTH AND AMATEUR HOCKEY

• Assist in the coordination and implementation of all Flyers Youth and Amateur Hockey events, including the Coaching Symposium, College Hockey Seminar, Flyers Cup and on-ice hockey clinics.
• Assist Youth and Amateur Hockey staff with Flyers game presentation elements, including pre-game tours, Flyers inflatable game, Mites on Ice and the Youth Hockey Shootout.
• Active participation in weekly staff meetings and Brainstorming sessions related to proposed projects.
• Assist with the creation of group sales campaigns and collateral.
• Contribute occasional written content to Philadelphia Flyers website
• An ice hockey background / skating ability is preferred, but not necessary
• Perform minimal clerical duties as assigned.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

COMPANY PROFILE:

Comcast-Spectacor (comcast-spectacor.com) is the Philadelphia-based sports and entertainment company which owns the Philadelphia Flyers (NHL), the Philadelphia 76ers (NBA), the Philadelphia Phantoms (AHL), the two arenas in which their teams play, the Wachovia Center and Wachovia Spectrum, four Flyers Skate Zone community ice skating and hockey rinks and Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia.

In addition, Comcast-Spectacor is also the principal owner of Global Spectrum, the fastest growing firm in the public assembly management field with more than 70 facilities throughout the United States and Canada; Ovations Food Services, a food and beverage service provider; New Era Tickets, a ticketing and marketing company for public assembly facilities; Front Row Marketing Services, a commercial rights sales company; and 3601 Creative Group, a full-service in-house advertising agency. In a partnership with Disson Skating, Comcast-Spectacor annually produces 10 nationally televised figure skating spectaculars on NBC.

EOE

Based at: Pittsburgh Penguins, Mellon Arena, 66 Mario Lemieux Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Job Purpose:  Under the direction of the Communications Department, the Staff Writer Intern supports the efforts of the Director of Content in managing the content and quality for the website and game day program. This is a writing-intensive position as prospective candidates will publish written material, and should possess strong writing and editing backgrounds. Candidates must be organized, responsible, professional, punctual and have flexible schedules to work afternoons, nights, weekends and all home games during the time of the internship. Responsibilities will fall strongly in the creation of written pieces on players, coaches and front office staff members. Candidate will also work with Marketing, Community Relations and Youth & Amateur Hockey departments to produce written features on those departments’ events.

Requirements: Intern must be a junior or senior in college and must take the internship for credit during the Spring 2010 semester. The internship is unpaid. Intern must be pursuing a degree in journalism, creative writing, communications or a related discipline.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist in the development and implementation of new content ideas
• Prepare feature stories on players, coaches and staff for website and game day publication
• Prepare stories highlighting community and marketing initiatives of the Penguins organization
• Assist Director of Content with transcripts, proofing, photos and story content for game days
• Manage day-to-day proofing and quality control of website content
• Intern will have interaction with executives of the Pittsburgh Penguins Hockey Club, players, coaches and staff. The candidates will be expected to act in a professional manner at all times.

Expectations:

• Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and game nights as assigned.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with emphasis on writing and editing, required. Applicants will be asked to provide writing samples if invited to interview. Previous sports writing experience and knowledge of the Pittsburgh Penguins are a plus.

Ever wondered what it exactly takes to have our Guests enjoy an experience here at HP Pavilion? Learn all the different areas that it takes to put on a great experience, show, event, or game, by being an intern within our organization!

We offer full-time college students the opportunity to work as unpaid interns while earning college credit. Our internships enable students to "roll up their sleeves" and truly learn how a professional sport franchise, public facilities, and our many various departments operate from the inside out. We expect our interns to take ownership of their internship and conduct their own research and utilize our open door policy by speaking or interviewing other members of our team in order to learn about different positions and what they entail. We encourage our interns to take an active role within the company.

Why should you become an intern for Silicon Valley Sports & Entertainment?
Our internship program and our company expose interns to a variety of tasks. Interns will learn not only about a professional sports team, but will have the opportunity to learn about entertainment (concerts, Ice Shows, Circus and other events) as well. SVSE is the most well-rounded Sports & Entertainment company in the Bay Area.

What else does SVSE have to offer besides a premier NHL hockey team?
SVSE operates HP Pavilion, so there are opportunities to learn the operational side of an Arena in addition to the business aspect. SVSE is also involved in many other entities outside of NHL hockey, including the SAP Open and Memphis Tennis and Racquet Club (Tennis), Fight Night at the Tank (Boxing), Strikeforce (Mixed Martial Arts), Worcester Sharks (AHL Hockey), plus 3 Bay Area Sharks Ice locations.

Our requirements for all of our internships are the following:

• Must be enrolled in college and eligible to receive credit for the internship
• Live in the San Jose Area
• Prefer a Junior or Senior in College or equivalent experience
• Must be available to work days, evenings, weekends, and events as needed for approximately 20 hours per week
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Good communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office & Outlook

Winter/Spring 2010 – Term: January 2010 through May/June 2010 (depending on school end date)

The following departments will have internships available this Winter/Spring:

• Communications/Internet Services-Manages content and upkeep of all SVSE websites and social networking sites, including sjsharks.com
• Corporate Partnerships-This department identifies, sells and services potential and current corporate sponsors for the San Jose Sharks, SAP Open and other HP Pavilion events.
• Fan Development/Sharks Foundation-Working within the community, through charitable events, this department expands the San Jose Sharks fan base.
• Group Ticket Sales-Group Ticket Sales focus on selling, service and operations of group tickets for non-hockey events
• Marketing-Assist with building and implementing marketing plans including promotions and media buys for San Jose Sharks and other HP Pavilion events.
• Suite Sales & Service - The Suite Sales & Service department is responsible for the sales, service and operations of Executive Suites at HP Pavilion for all events in the arena.
• Ticket Sales-The Tickets Sales team focuses on selling, service and operations of season, mini-packs and group tickets for San Jose Sharks games.
• StrikeForce Ticket Sales-The Ticket Sales team focuses on prospecting, selling, servicing and operations of premium and group tickets for various Strikeforce events held across the country.
• SAP Open-The SAP Open will have various openings for the 2010 tournament, including Operations, Ticket Sales and Players Lounge. The term for the SAP Open internships is from January 2010 into February/March 2010.
   

SVSE will have an Interview Day to interview all qualified candidates. You must be available to interview on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 in order to be considered for an internship this Winter/Spring.

If you are not enrolled in college or cannot receive college credit for this internship, your application will not be considered.
 

Overview

The St. Pete Times Forum is Tampa’s premier entertainment venue. Home to the National Hockey League Tampa Bay Lightning, the arena hosts the top music acts, family shows, and college athletics. Pollstar and Venues Today consistently rank the St. Pete Times Forum in the top five U.S. arenas in both attendance and revenue.
 

Students participating in our internship program will receive hands-on learning experiences on the operations of a professional sports team and arena.
 

Departments: 

• Accounting
• Broadcasting
• Corporate Sales & Marketing
• Corporate Communications
• Event Coordination
• Event Operations
• Game Operations
• Group Sales
• Hockey Operations
• Human Resources
• Lightning Foundation
• Client Services
• Public Relations
• Ticket Office

Requirements:

• Students must be currently enrolled in a college or university
• Students must provide documentation of receiving academic credit for the internship
• Students must be authorized to work in the USA
• Cover Letter (include why you want to work in the Sports & Entertainment industry, what you would bring to the organization that makes you a prime candidate, and the areas of our operation which interest you the most)
• Resume
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (professional or academic)
 

Additional Facts:

• You must receive academic credit
• Internships are available on a Full Time, Part Time, or Game Night/Season Long basis
• Game night/Season Long internships are required to work at least 30 of the 42 games
• There are a limited number of positions
• All students are expected to have a working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Department assignments will be made by management and will occur after the interview process
• Students will need to provide proof of insurance

Box Office: Interns will assist with the Premium Services department, printing and distribution of tickets, take individual event ticket orders for ADA seating, assist sales staff, assist coordinators in daily operations, assist in season ticket delivery and distribution and general office and event/game day duties.
 

Community Relations: Interns will assist with publicity and promotional efforts, participate in fundraising activities, aid with player appearances, assist with local charities and other organizations, schedule and attend community meetings and functions, assist with give-a-ways and other prize packages, and perform administrative duties. Game night work is expected.
 

Corporate Sales & Marketing: Energetic, independent and forward thinking individuals are needed, with desire to learn and have a strong work ethic. The pace is rapid and the priorities are ever changing. The individual must be flexible, possess good inter-personal skills and have the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. No less than 20 hours a week are required and event participation is recommended to enhance learning opportunities.
 

Marketing: Interns will assist the Event Marketing Coordinator and Manager. Responsibilities can include but are not limited to writing press releases for upcoming shows, update the media list and hotsheet, work events and assist with media relations, produce flyers for distribution, maintain poster displays within the building, monitor the website, update master event listing for all events, maintain show files, and create ticket and billboard comparison reports. Qualified applicants must have a strong work ethic and desire to gain experience in a professional sports and entertainment environment. Also, interns must have excellent communication, computer, and organizational skills. Must be a team player and willing to work weekends and holidays
 

Event Operations: Event Operations Interns will spend the majority of the internship working with the Guest Services and Platinum Services departments with added training with the Facility Patrol and Housekeeping departments. It is our intention to bring in students with a strong interest in Event Management and help them acquire the skills needed to succeed in this area. Skills acquired during this internship will include leadership, customer service, interviewing techniques, arena setup, accommodating guests with disabilities, answering guest compliments and complaints, among others. You will have specific game/event day responsibilities that will vary from day to day (including assisting with giveaways, building walks, game note distribution, ticket “on-sale” crowd management, etc).
 

Client Services: Interns will assist in the service of Season Ticket and Premium Seating Clientele, manage the Client Services Lounge, sell, print and distribute tickets, assist the sales staff and managers, be responsible for answering the Client Services phone line, retrieve and respond to voicemails and e-mails, confirm ticket orders, manage and update databases, assist with the overall sales process, including event and game day responsibilities and other general office duties as assigned.
 

Sales: Interns will be responsible for, research and develop industry wide sales and promotions surveys for various major league sports teams, assist in the development of a database marketing and prospecting program, assist Sales Reps in servicing accounts, assist in recruiting needs, possible sales call to potential buyers as well as various administrative duties including written correspondence. Interns should be career oriented in the sports industry, have an exceptional work ethic, a strong desire to succeed, professionalism, a passion and desire for the industry. Knowledge of database programs such as Goldmine preferred.

 

This internship is for January-May 2010

Marketing interns at TD Garden have a diverse range of responsibilities. These responsibilities start with general office work, such as photocopying, faxing, data entry, and mass mailing; however, it will lead into more specific projects such as public relations plans, recap documents and clip books, marketing plans and media buys.

Interns are responsible for monitoring the media placements for information pertinent to the TD Garden, Boston Bruins and Boston Celtics as well as any other concerts and family shows on a daily basis. Interns also assist in the community relations department, processing ticket and donation requests through the non-profit organization, Garden Neighborhood Charities. They are also depended upon to oversee print and radio trade for upcoming events. Interns often research upcoming events and assist with promotions relating to specific events. Other duties as assigned.
 

HUMAN RESOURCES INTERNSHIP

As an intern in Human Resources, you will learn the many facets of recruiting, retention, and HR law and compliance in a high-paced, high-volume environment! This internship assists the HR department for the TD Garden, Boston Bruins, and Sportservice.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, general administrative support, job postings, schedule paperwork appointments with new hires and implement paperwork session, research and develop partnerships to enhance recruitment efforts, and assist in the development of intern events, Intern Orientation, intern recruitment, and future internship programs. Ability to work a flexible schedule required. Other duties as assigned.
All internships are unpaid and for college credit only.

Welcome to the fun and exciting world of being an arena sales intern. If you are looking to break away from the norm, and work in an action packed environment that is different every day of the week, than the GARDEN is the place for you.
Responsibilities include:

In The Premium Club – You will assist with the sales processes and strategies for TD Garden by developing new ideas and creating new and innovative ways of selling the Premium products. This may require you to distribute marketing information and follow up with prospective clients to maximize products' exposure. You will provide direct support to the Premium Club Coordinator in developing and maintaining client lists, contact information, sales goals, sales figures, and all other data consistent with optimizing strategic goals and initiatives.

Group Mailings – There are many occasions during the course of the sales season that we send out direct mail for a wide assortment of shows, and to a wide assortment of people.

Office Support - Make runs to and from the Box Office for the Premium Club Sales Staff. Head outside and into the great wide open to pick up packages at local suppliers, or deliver tickets to various companies in and around Boston.

Database Maintenance – Help us better serve our customers by learning more about them. Make calls to update lists, or jump on-line and discover new ways to allow us to reach our consumers.

Assist on the Play – Just like the teams who play in the GARDEN you may be asked from time to time to help out another department, or perhaps even the President’s Office. Jobs can range from serving dinner to the homeless as part of the “GARDEN Neighborhood Charities” Table of Friends, to escorting a Disney on Ice character at a local hospital visit.

These are just a few of the things a Garden and Premium Club Sales Intern can experience while learning from us each day. One of the great advantages about this industry is that it is always changing. Each night is a new event, filled with the promise of a new outcome. Come find out what all the hype is about and be a part of this exciting atmosphere.  This internship is unpaid and for college credit only