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Tennessee Athletics:
Event Management Office
Office: (865) 974-1205
Fax: (865) 974-0552
Email: evtmgmt@utk.edu
Event Management Internship Opportunities
We are currently reviewing resumes for our Spring 2017 internship program. These internships are unpaid, volunteer opportunities to earn class credit or expand areas of experience while in school.
Our interns work closely with every director of event management along with other departments to make sure each home Tennessee Athletic event is run smoothly. We provide each intern with the opportunity to receive hands-on experience in planning and implementing at all home sporting events including Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Softball, Baseball, Men’s and Women’s Tennis, Rowing and Swimming and Diving. At events, interns are responsible for duties such as coordinating event set-up, operating the fan text messaging system or scoreboard, hosting game officials and visiting teams along with insuring event staff is prepared.
Our ideal candidates are able to work independently and with a group to complete tasks successfully along with superior communication skills and the ability to take initiative when needed.
Eligibility
Eligibility
Requirements for all applicants include:
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Currently in good academic standing
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Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
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Excellent communication and customer service skills
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Computer literate, with strong online navigation skills
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Knowledge or motivation to learn about sport management
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Willing to comply with NCAA rules and regulations
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Able to work a flexible schedule/ weekend availability
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Experience with basic Microsoft Office Suite applications
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Willing to treat the position as a priority
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Full semester commitment
Unique to the Spring 2017 semester, all interns in our program will have the opportunity to work first hand in planning three SEC Championship tournaments. The experience of not only being a part of the planning process for these tournaments but also heavily involved in the set up and execution of tournament management will provide all interns in the program with excellent event management experience that will easily transfer to future career endeavors.
The University of Tennessee will host the following SEC Championship tournaments on campus:
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Swimming & Diving (February 12-18)
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Men’s Tennis (April 18-23)
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Softball (May 9-13)
When applying for spring, please look at the academic in comparison to the athletics calendar, there are several mandatory work dates during Spring Break, Spring Recess, finals week and after commencement ceremonies have concluded. All interns accepted into the internship program will be expected to work these events.
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