Detroit Lions · 22 hours ago
Detroit Lions Foundation Intern
Detroit, MI 48226
Internship
Onsite
InternThe Detroit Lions Foundation is seeking a Foundation Intern to support their charitable initiatives. The role involves organizing and executing Foundation programming, coordinating with stakeholders, and assisting with fundraising and grant administration.
American FootballSportsSports Leagues and Teams
Responsibilities
Assist in the development and execution of Detroit Lions Foundation initiatives including grant distribution programs, Training Camp, 50/50 raffle, and other related Foundation programs
Assist the Foundation with donor management and relations efforts, such as correspondence for gift acknowledgements
Help manage the Foundation and Community Relations social media presence, construct content for social media posts, and assist in the promotion of events
Work closely with the Detroit Lions Marketing, Corporate Communications, and Corporate Partnerships teams to ensure alignment in Foundation and partnership activations. This may include coordinating partner activations, assisting with partnership deliverables, and ensuring that partners' contributions are highlighted and aligned with the Detroit Lions Foundation initiatives
Help plan, organize, and support Lions Foundation events that raise funds for the Foundation or promote its charitable initiatives
Assist the Foundation Program Officer with processing grant applications, tracking the impact of grants and community programs, monitoring the progress of funded programs, and ensuring compliance with the foundation’s guidelines
Support Foundation efforts with current and prospective partners, including developing materials, contacting organizations, and helping with engagement
Take part in handling administrative duties such as data entry, correspondence, scheduling meetings, procurement and care of operational supplies, general communication with staff, processing invoices, assisting with event planning, tracking expenses, and other office and event responsibilities as necessary
Support the Community Relations team as needed and appropriate
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, community partners and corporate partners
Assist with Legend Relations game day activations and hospitality during home games and other team related events
Create event outlines, timelines, layouts and other planning documents for events
Assist with the Community Relations and Lions Foundation activations at all home games
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 and Foundation 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
Qualification
Required
A recent graduate with a bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Marketing, Business, Communications, Hospitality or related field required
Experience working in a nonprofit or community organization required
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
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 with collegiate or professional athletes 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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