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Internships

Internships are available with WSDC in the areas of Strategic Partnership, Health Initiatives, Marketing and Communications, and Event Operations.

Time Required:

Internships are available for the Summer, Fall, and Winter Semesters. Starting and ending dates are negotiable. Interns work about 30-40 hours per week on average, but should also be available to work during the following events if they fall under your internship duration:

Please see below for more information on a specific internship. To apply for any of the positons listed below, send letter of application and resume to:

 
Stacy Miller, Registration Services CoordinatorApplications for Fall/Winter Due:August 22, 2008
Wisconsin Sports Development CorporationApplications for Winter/Spring Due:December 5, 2008
2846 Agriculture DriveApplications for Summer 2009 Due:February 27, 2009
Madison, WI 53718  
               

Event Operations Internship - Fall

The Operations Intern will assist in organizing and conducting the Badger State Games winter sports festivals, the Ironman triathlon and other major events hosted by WSDC. Will assist staff, sport commissioners and captains in hosting the events. Duties will include scheduling facilities, distributing equipment, recruiting volunteers, planning special events and receptions, writing and distributing confirmation letters, and coordinating packing of t-shirts and printed materials in athlete bags. Will also receive an overview of marketing, public relations and development as it relates to sports management.
Requirements: 

This person must be organized and able to work through a project with little supervision. Strong communication skills both verbal and written are required. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. Must have own transportation.

Event Operations Internship - Winter

The Operations Intern will assist in organizing and conducting the Badger State Games winter sports festivals and other major events hosted by WSDC. Will assist staff, sport commissioners and captains in hosting the events. Duties will include scheduling facilities, distributing equipment, recruiting volunteers, planning special events and receptions, writing and distributing confirmation letters, and coordinating packing of t-shirts and printed materials in athlete bags. Will also receive an overview of marketing, public relations and development as it relates to sports management.
Requirements: 

This person must be organized and able to work through a project with little supervision. Strong communication skills both verbal and written are required. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. Must have own transportation.

Marketing/Communications Internship

The Marketing intern assists with the implementation of promotional/outreach campaigns for all WSDC events. Main responsibilities include updating and building the marketing database, identifying events at which to promote WSDC events and programs and contacting groups of individuals utilizing electronic mail and telecommunications.

REQUIREMENTS:
Must be organized and able to work through a project with little supervision. Strong communication skills both verbal and written are required. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Must have own transportation.
 
SKILLS OBTAINED:
Will develop skills in managing a project from start to finish. Will learn the importance of timely and clear communication and follow through.
Will receive an overview in areas of marketing, operations and development as related to sports management.

 

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