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Erie Illusion Administration Internship
Location: Erie, PA
Duration: One semester or minimum of 10 weeks
for externships
Majors: Administrative Office Professional,
Sports Administration, Sports Management, Sport and Leisure studies, other
majors may be considered.
Start Date: Will be coordinated with the school
and/or student
Purpose: This internship is designed to expose college students to the processes involved with operating a professional football team.
Description: The Erie Illusion is one of the leading organizations within the National Women's Football Association. This program offers a special role within the organization that will be important to the daily functions of the team. The Administrative Intern will assist with aspects such as planning and executing projects, assisting with data input, coordinating schedules, as well as many other core team functions. This internship provides an opportunity to take an active role in the operation of the team and the opportunity to work alongside management.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with website updates and changes
- Composing memos, letters, and articles
- Long-term research that will support or create new community projects
- Compiling databases
- Providing administrative support
- Generate new ideas, concepts, and policies to assist the team’s mission
- Assist with the coordination of player and team appearances
- Compiling data generated from surveys and other documents
- Assist with travel arrangements, equipment orders, and scheduling
- Attending and positively contributing to meetings
- Assist with budget organization and fundraising efforts
- Data entry into Quickbooks, access, excel and/or similar programs
- Organization of sponsorship material
- Other duties and projects as assigned
Required Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to demonstrate a high level of professionalism and initiative. Ability to work well independently and in a team environment. Multi-tasking skills. Detail-oriented.
Preferred Skills: Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Access, Microsoft FrontPage, general knowledge of Quickbooks
Required Materials to Apply:
- Completed internship application (can be completed online, downloaded from the website and mailed in, or a paper copy can be sent to you upon request)
- Cover letter that properly introduces your personality, work ethic, and any other beneficial information about yourself.
- Detailed resume with accurate dates and information
Please send your completed application and other materials to:
Erie Illusion
Attn: Mary Butler
121 West 10th Street, 101B
Erie, PA 16501
Inquiries:
Mary Butler
Phone: 814-440-9645
Sat. April 26, 2008
at Tree Town Spitfire
Official Sponsor of the Erie Illusion &
the National Women's Football Association
