Intern - Strategy and Development
Tampa Bay Rays
St. Petersburg, FLThis was removed by the employer on 1/10/2018 9:17:00 PM PST
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Full Time Unpaid Internship
*Internship (Strategy and Development)
The Strategy and Development department oversees strategic planning and the development of new business opportunities for the Rays organization. The department is seeking a full-time intern for the 2018 season to support these activities in a wide-ranging role.
In fulfilling this responsibility, duties may include, but are not limited to:
• Particular areas of project focus will likely include but are not limited to the Rays new ballpark initiative, traditional and digital media strategy, spring training operations, concessions programs implementation, other areas of the team's business operations, and more.
• Specific responsibilities will likely include but are not limited to:
• Perform research projects and write reports on subject matter as assigned, primarily based around but not limited to the project areas listed above.
• Perform data gathering and analysis as requested on various areas, such as reporting on Rays business operations and new business and investment opportunities.
• Assist with coordination of activities around the Rays new ballpark initiative as needed.
• Assist with planning and coordination of the Rays traditional and digital media strategy including data collection and analysis, and monitoring and reporting on industry trends.
• Assist with the Rays 2017 spring training operations in Charlotte County including outreach and community relations activities, event planning and coordination, and game day responsibilities.
• Assist with coordinating implementation and ongoing evaluation of food and beverage programs for the 2018 season.
• Plan, conduct, and report on market research including surveys, focus groups, etc.
• Assist with coordination of special events as needed.
• Willingness and eagerness to perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Work and perform assigned event day and event night responsibilities, which will include some weekends, nights, and holidays.
• The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
• 4 year degree or pursuit toward degree
• Strong work ethic, organization skills, and the demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills (via phone, e-mail, letters, etc.)
• Strong research and analytics skills including proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Additional computer skills with Word and Powerpoint
• Relevant experience in the sports industry or related fields is preferred
• Must be able to work home games and other events including weekends and holidays as assigned on a limited basis
• The following are brief internship guidelines:
• The internship will run from February 5th, 2018 through October 26th, 2018.
• Intern must be available for normal office hours, and game days and events as assigned.
• Intern stipend will be based upon educational level.
• All offers contingent on a satisfactory background check
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