Golf Event Trainee
Octagon
Chicago, ILThis is a Full Time Job
Event Trainee (Golf) (Luxury Automotive Client)
THE JOB / Event Trainee (Golf) (Luxury Automotive Client)
EXPERIENCES / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs.
Our headquarters are in Stamford, CT, but the location of this position can be flexible with a priority given to candidates open to hybrid work (3 days a week in office) in one of our office locations - Stamford, CT or Chicago, IL.
We are searching for an Event Trainee to join our luxury automotive golf team as we look to execute the client’s title sponsor event, the BMW Championship, on the PGA TOUR. In this role, you will assist in the on-site execution of various event management duties and day-to-day activities at the event! This position will expose you to a large-scale sponsorship event, giving you a look at the work that takes place behind the scenes! Although this is a temporary position, it requires full time hours, including weekends, nights and holidays.
THE WORK YOU’LL DO
• Travel to BMW Championship August 13-26 to assist with onsite event preparation, operations, and execution
• Collaborate with tournament staff and other onsite vendors
• Execute onsite registration for attendees at activations
• Contribute to daily event set-up and breakdown
• Assist the vehicle logistics team with vehicle needs including the tournament courtesy fleet
• You will represent and communicate aspects of the brand to event attendees
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
• A passion for sports marketing and professional golf
• Bachelor’s Degree with 0-1 years of work or internship experience, we will consider rising college seniors or recent college graduates
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proactive, dedicated attitude
• An ability to work effectively under pressure
• A team-player with effective communication skills
• Valid US driver’s license and clean driving record
• Willingness and ability to work long hours, including weekends, August 13-26
• Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel: Full time (75%-100%)
Salary/Benefits
This position pays minimum wage and is overtime-eligible.
Additional Information
Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group, recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in Sports.” The company prides itself on being Playmakers, finding insightful and bold ways to create play in its work, lives, and the world. With a deep understanding of fans, as they are fans themselves, Octagon continually evolves the fan experience across sports and entertainment, collaborating with some of the biggest brands and talent globally. The company believes in the power of play to generate big ideas and unlock potential for its clients and talent, emphasizing that the world needs play more than ever.
