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9 Oct 2024

Community Relations Intern

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ College Park, MD, USA
Internship
1+ year exp.
US$15 per hour

The Washington Commanders Community Relations department is actively seeking a meticulous and self-motivated individual to join our team as a Community Relations Intern. The ideal candidate will embody a professional demeanor, demonstrating clear communication skills with executives at all levels, both internally and externally. This role operates within a dynamic, fast-paced environment, requiring adept multitasking to handle various responsibilities while meeting challenging deadlines. Independence, initiative, and the ability to make informed decisions are essential traits for success in this position. The position will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations within the Community Relations department.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in meticulously planning, coordinating, and executing multiple high-profile events and game day experiences, encompassing aspects such as marketing, event planning, vendor selection and negotiations, volunteer recruitment and management, and silent auction item procurement.
  • Coordinate various silent auction experiences, as well as special community Game Day moments including Game Day Coin Toss Kid, Kick Off-Kid, and Super Bowl Packages.
  • Oversee and assist in executing elements of Community Relations and the Washington Commanders Foundation sponsorship contracts, encompassing media, digital assets, print advertising, signage, special events, program events and initiatives, hospitality, and in-game promotions.
  • Assist in Game Day preparation, including the creation of Game Day Production notes on behalf of the CR team, tracking Charitable suite attendees, ticket emailing, and managing suite orders.
  • Act as a strategic thinker, offering consultancy for partners and demonstrating expertise in their respective categories.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • A College degree and a minimum of one year of work experience in charitable organizations, fundraising, marketing, events, community relations, and/or media are required.
  • Graduate degree and/or experience working in or with professional sports are desirable.
  • Must be able to commute to our College Park, MD offices as well as the OrthoVirginia Training Facility in Ashburn, VA.
  • Availability and willingness to work all Commanders home games and assigned events, which may include nights and weekends.
  • Familiarity with Social Media is preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail are imperative.
  • Ability to develop and maintain interpersonal and corporate relationships.
  • Exhibit good judgment and decision-making skills.
  • A self-starter with the ability to work effectively in a team setting.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven experience in handling confidential information appropriately.
  • Salary: $15.00/hour


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.

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