An Event Promotions Marketing Associate plans and organizes event based marketing promotions for business products or services. Organizes events or event-based campaigns that reach targeted audiences directly, in person or online. Assists with planning, publicity and logistics for promotional events.
An internship with Move United provides the opportunity to gain knowledge and professional experience in adaptive sports, sports management, events management, and other related fields while helping Move United lead a movement so that no one is left on the sidelines, and everyone gets in the game. The Adaptive Sports Event Planning Intern will learn about planning and delivering a large scale national adaptive sports event. They will also get to experience other programmatic initiatives.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
The internship involves supporting a variety of event and program logistics from start to finish. Depending on the time of year this internship will get to experience one of Move United's signature events such as The Hartford Ski Spectacular or Move United Warfighter events. Assist with all aspects of event planning including curriculum design, venue and event logistics, marketing and onsite experience Assist with identify assets and local support to improve the event goals; coordinate with organizing team Assist in coordinating workshops, clinics, social events and other aspects of the overall schedule Assist Move United staff in elevating and promoting Move United's overall events and programs Internship period: August - December, 8-12 weeks Other periods may be available upon request (please inquire).
Hours:
Full time for winter intern - Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm EST. Flexible hours to accommodate differing time zones are available. 30-40 hours/week This internship is remote, except for in-person event attendance. Some office hour experience available at our Rockville, MD HQ.
Compensation:
$50 stipend per day All travel expenses to events are paid Adaptive sports training and education Continuing Education Unit (CEU) credits can be earned upon request Additional certificates can be earned through our member organizations
Intern Qualities:
Self-motivated Takes initiative Flexible/adaptable to change Organized with multi-tasking abilities Ability to work well in a team environment
Minimum Qualifications:
Background in the field, including formal education or equivalent experience (Preferred) Technologically proficient with experience in using Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint) and Adobe Suite Effective communicator - comfortable using a range of communication tools Authorized to work in the U.S. and pass a background screening Availability to travel within the U.S. (air and ground) Desired Skills (not required) Experience using CRM systems (i.e. Salesforce), web creation platforms (i.e. WordPress), and digital marketing platforms (i.e. Constant Contact) a plus Digital design experience (i.e. Canva or Adobe Indesign) a plus Accepted interns will be required to: Complete any training required for the internship Maintain weekly meetings with the supervisor Participate in a mid and end-of-internship review Be responsible for completing the necessary paperwork, if seeking college credits We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
