Event Management & Game Operations Internship

Responsibilities Assist in the day to day management and operational support of all athletic department sponsored contests, games, and events and the facilities that these activities and events are held in Responsible for assisting the coordination of other university and non-university units in the operational support of game and events Reports facility repair and maintenance issues during games and events to the Coordinator of Athletic Facility Maintenance Will conduct pre-season, pre-game, and pre-event meetings with all necessary support staff Will report event, game, and facility operations emergencies to supervisors and respond to these emergencies as required When required, will perform preventative maintenance and general upkeep of athletic facilities as they relate to event and facility operations and grounds, including cleaning and janitorial service Experience the daily duties and game day responsibilities for game operations Assists in all aspects of athletic department event management and facility operations Performs pre-planning event management and operational organization of assigned events Performs on-site event management and facility operations supervision of assigned events Provides customer service to event and game personnel, spectators, programs clients, athletic teams, and staff to ensure clean, secure and safe game, event and facility conditions at all times Perform related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Positive interest in athletics and the sport industry Ability to manage time commitment and dedication for all games assigned Mississippi State University full-term enrollment Maintain a 2.50 GPA or higher Possess a diligent and enthusiastic work ethic with a desire to learn Ability to coordinate, balance duties, communicate with others, and work efficiently Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Ability to work long and irregular hours Valid driver’s license Ability to lift 50 lbs. Ability to work in extreme temperatures Preferred Qualifications Sport Studies / Sports Administration major Working knowledge of collegiate sports Networking opportunities and interaction with department staff members Opportunity to earn class credit, such as internship or practicum hours Experience in working all Mississippi State University athletic events Personal Information Name: Email: Best Contact Phone Number: (###) ###-#### Net ID: Local Address/Residence Hall Street Address City State Home Address/Residence Hall Street Address City State Academic Information Are you a full-time student at Mississippi State? Yes No Classification Major: Anticipated Graduation Date (Fall/Spring, Year): What is your current GPA? Application Questions What are your career aspirations? Do you have any previous experience working with athletic events? Yes No If yes above, what experience do you have? Why do you want to work with Mississippi State Athletics? What would you bring to this job that sets you apart from other applicants? Give an example of a substantially large time commitment you have had (projects, campus activity, leadership role, etc.) and explain how you managed your time to complete multiple tasks. #J-18808-Ljbffr