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Sponsorship Internship – Houston Dynamo (Houston, TX)
The Houston Dynamo organization is seeking two (2) Sponsorship Interns for the 2016 fall. The Houston Dynamo Sponsorship Intern program provides hands-on experience with the various duties and responsibilities required to coordinate a successful professional sporting event.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Office:
- Assisting the Partnership Marketing staff in executing all partner contractual elements
- Support the Marketing and Dynamo Charities departments on sponsor programs and initiatives
- Event planning and execution of partner related events at our stadium, training facility and various other venues (networking, appreciation and educational events, among others)
- Game day execution of partner promotions and activations
- Tracking added value for partner including, but not limited to ticket plan promotions, social media, game day giveaway promotion, etc.
- Representing the Houston Dynamo at sponsored events including player, 713 Squad and Dynamo Diesel appearances
- Administrative tasks such as mailing, database upkeep, electronic filing, etc.
- Set up and tear down of partner related elements at games and community events
- Composing season recaps
- Other duties as assigned
Game Days: Arrival time is approximately six (6) hours before kickoff (lunch provided) and departure time is approximately one (1) hour after the game ends (varies by length of postgame player meet and greets). Day of game responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Texas Street Fest Activation Area: this is the Dynamo pregame festival area where partners set up tents and have interactive games and giveaways for fans. Interns will help partners with various areas of need (i.e., logistical setup, marketing support, coordination details, etc.).
- Partner-Branded Activation Support: provide assistance and support with implementation and coordination of activation programs for Dynamo partners; including but not limited to, Audi Suite Parking Lot, Bud Light Beer Garden, BBVA Compass Photo Morphing Station.
- Pre-game Ceremonies Coordination: escorting clients/fans to watch pregame warm-ups, implementing ceremonial “first kick” and client team photo.
- Halftime Promotions: escorting guests for bubble soccer/relay race, military ceremony, etc.
- In-game Promotions: coordinating selection of participants/winners, awarding prizes, coordinating with production team.
- Post-Game Player Meet & Greets: help set up area (setup/teardown, coordination of player autograph signings, partner branding, etc.), along with other logistical details required to conduct program.
COMPANY GUIDELINES & REQUIREMENTS
- Intern positions will not be scheduled to work more than twenty eight (28) hours per week under any circumstance. This includes time spent at events, matches, trainings, and in the office.
- All interns must be students enrolled in post-secondary education.
- In the case of a credit receiving internship, both the intern and their educational institution must agree that our internship policies will qualify the intern to receive credit.
- Candidates must exhibit a “team first” attitude.
- Candidates must have the ability to maintain a professional demeanor in the presence of clients, players, VIPs.
- Candidates must exhibit a strong desire to learn and a strong work ethic.
- Candidates must exhibit a positive outlook that values customer service.
- Candidates must exhibit a passion to succeed in the sports industry.
- Candidates must be flexible and able to adapt to various needs.
- Candidates understand positions are unpaid and do not entitle individual to future employment with club.
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