The Nebraska Sports Council offers paid and non-paid internships, based on hours and workload, which offer excellent insight into the world of sport event management, health and wellness, and marketing/media relations. Selected interns have the opportunity to earn college credit as well as the experience necessary to compete for positions in these industries.
HOW TO APPLY
Send a resume, including a cover letter, outlining why you want to work with the NSC and what qualities/skills/attributes you possess. Indicate which internship position you are interested in. Internships fill up fast, so don’t delay. Send PDF of resume and cover letter via EMAIL ONLY to Scott Ash at sash@nebraskasportscouncil.com.
INTERVIEW PROCESS
The NSC staff will conduct interviews at the NSC headquarters (4903 N 57th St.) in Lincoln. Phone and/or Skype interviews for out of state interviewees will be conducted as needed. NSC is an equal opportunity employer.
Media Relations Intern (paid)
Start in winter or spring, full or part-time
Finish during the first week of August 2015
80-plus hours per week during the State Games of America (peak season)
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS
Junior or Senior-level college student majoring in Journalism or a related field. Must be highly organized and detail-oriented and able to organize multiple projects. Must have strong computer skills and be literate in Microsoft Word and Excel as well as possess the ability to learn the ClearThunder online registration system. Strong communication skills and professionalism a must. Must be able to work well with others in a fast-paced team environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES (Duties are not limited to the following descriptions.)
Work closely with the Executive Director on all media relations issues including contact management, press release writing, athlete research for feature articles, social media integration and competition result distribution. Help with miscellaneous activities during the State Games of America.