Detroit Lions · 7 hours ago
Community Impact & Legend Relations Intern
Detroit, MI 48226
Internship
Onsite
InternThe Detroit Lions are seeking a Community Impact & Legend Relations Intern to support their Community Impact & Legend Relations and the Detroit Lions Foundation departments. This role involves assisting in the development and implementation of community engagement initiatives and managing various event-related tasks.
American FootballSportsSports Leagues and Teams
Responsibilities
Assist in the development and execution of community and club events that promote philanthropic and charity objectives including physical setup/breakdown of equipment, distributing giveaways, event day paperwork, and other equipment/supplies as needed
Support in-season activities and deliverables relevant to League’s community engagement expectations (WPMOY, Play 60, Crucial Catch, Salute to Service) and identify strategic opportunities to connect players, coaches and legends to these platforms
Manage donation requests—providing timely responses, shipping and tracking to support events/causes that align with Player/Legend philanthropic missions
Support player and coach engagement – leveraging player off days and maximizing opportunities to strengthen player philanthropic and charity objectives, creating increased alignment between Player, Legends, and Community Relations programming
Assist Community Impact & Legend Relations, Community Relations, and Detroit Lions Foundation full-time staff in daily administrative operations as it relates to Detroit Lions Community Relations and Foundation efforts
Assist with Player & Legends engagement, activation and hospitality during games and other team-related events at Ford Field and Allen Park
Create event runs-of-show, timelines, layouts, maps and various other planning documents for all events
Assist with the Community Relations activations at all home games, including 50/50 raffle
Assist with managing grant application, reporting and disbursement process for Detroit Lions Foundation
Collect and organize photos of players and community participants for use in annual reports, on website and other team materials
Fulfill administrative duties such as data entry, correspondence, facilitating meetings, procurement and care of operational supplies, general communication with staff, and other office and event responsibilities as necessary
Will adjust work schedule to meet departmental demands, including being available to work a non-standard schedule in support of football operations, events, and other Community Relations activities, including holidays and weekends as needed
Will accept other responsibilities and duties required by the manager consistent with the objectives and essential functions of this position. Such responsibilities shall be incorporated into the position description if they are ongoing
Qualification
Required
Recent graduate with a Bachelor's (or greater) Degree in Sports Management, Marketing, Business, Communications or Equivalent required
Experience working with collegiate or professional athletes (professional preferred)
Experience working in diverse environments with the ability to connect with individuals of all statures. Interacts with employees, community partners, and club affiliates in a professional manner
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays required
Strong strategic thinker and problem solver with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Flexible and able to contribute effectively as part of a professional team
Ability to work accurately, with interruptions, to meet aggressive deadlines and handle multiple priorities
Ability to exercise flexibility, initiative, good judgment and discretion
Exemplary interpersonal, listening and facilitation skills
Excellent energy and enthusiasm, and passion for outreach and engagement
Self-motivated and committed to excellence
Ability to demonstrate professionalism while interacting with high-profile individuals and external partners
A valid Driver's License and a good driving record
Preferred
Experience in event management and/or hospitality preferred
Company
Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions are a professional American football team based in Detroit
Founded in 1929
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mike Disner
Chief Operating Officer
Brian Facchini
Senior Vice President/Chief Communications Officer
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