Premium Events Intern

Job Summary

The Washington Commanders Events Internship is a seasonal position with the Washington Commanders that will start in June of 2024 and span until early 2025. This position will have the opportunity to assist in executing various NFL tentpole and VIP events throughout the season and support the department with a variety of tasks including but not limited to those listed below.

Essential Accountabilities

• Assist with the planning, logistics and implementation of events
• Assist with the operation of Commanders Training Camp
• Creation of timelines, trackers & calendars
• Research events & best practices
• Assist our partnership sales and marketing team in client’s event planning processes
• Attend partner meetings as needed
• Help execute partner dinners, meetings, golf tournaments with Alumni and more
• Attend departmental and event specific meetings
• Support the Brand Marketing department as needed
• Support Commanders gameday and event spaces as assigned
  
  

Competencies

• Analytical Skills - Synthesize information; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs and generates creative solutions.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully. Must be able to develop solutions quickly and effectively
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Share skills with others and recognizes training opportunities for staff.
• Oral Communications - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification. Demonstrates group presentation skills and participates in meetings.
• Written Communications - Writes clearly and informatively.
• Innovation-Displays original thinking and creativity. Meets challenges with resourcefulness.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions and exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Includes appropriate people in decision making process.
• Motivation - Demonstrates excellent personal motivation and encourages others to be motivated and enthusiastic. Shows persistence and overcomes obstacles. Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Decision Making - Must be able to make immediate decisions based on the best interests of the organization, staff, and guests. Decisions are generally related to essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
  
  

Expected Events For The Commanders

• OTAs and Mini Camp
• Commanders Training Camp
• Concerts
• International Soccer Matches
• Full 2024-25 NFL Season
• Contractual Partner Events
• Alumni Homecoming Weekend
• Super Bowl 2025
  
  

Minimum Qualifications/Education/Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in event operations/planning
• 4-year undergraduate degree at an accredited university or college in the field of business, marketing, sports management, facility management, etc.
• Demonstrated knowledge of event industry terminology, facility capabilities, operational procedures, event coordination and event-related services
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must have good time management skills.
• Must be able to establish solid relationships with staff and clientele.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications, word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation and Internet software.
• Must be available to work varied days and hours, on weekends and in the summer heat.
  
  

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.