has a year-long, postgraduate internship program for 2013-14 in the areas below: ... software programs (Statcrew), websi
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Department of Intercollegiate Athletics 2013-2014 Postgraduate Internship Program The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, has a year-long, postgraduate internship program for 2013-14 in the areas below: Athletic Communications (3 openings) Event Management (1 opening) Facilities: Mariucci/Ridder Arenas Finance & Human Resources Golden Gopher Fund: Major Gifts Information Technology: Audio Visual Event M Club Marketing Coordinator New Media Ticket Office Women’s Basketball Administrative
Gopher Athletics offers 25 NCAA sponsored Division I sports and participates in the Big Ten and WCHA conferences. The Department's mission reads: To serve as a window to the University in an environment of integrity and equity that enables student-athletes to achieve excellence in their academic and athletic pursuits. Gopher Athletics' vision is to be the model Division I program in the country and has adopted core values that guide decisions and behaviors in ongoing efforts to fulfill the mission and vision: (1) demonstrate a daily commitment to a culture of compliance, diversity, equity, and fiscal responsibility and (2) respect, value and recognize our people.
Interns will be invited to participate in an on-going athletic department intern development program.
The UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status or sexual orientation.
Athletic Communications (three openings) Supervisor:
Paul Rovnak, Associate Director of Athletic Communications
Anticipated Start Date: June 2013 Stipend: $1000/month Term: 12 months Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in related field as a student-assistant or intern. Demonstrated writing and editing skills. Strong attention to detail and an ability to meet deadlines. Knowledge of statistical software programs (Statcrew), website content management systems, layout/design software (QuarkXPress, InDesign, PhotoShop) and social media (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube). Internship Description: You will be supervised by the Director of Athletic Communications. You will have an initial period of observation, followed by supervision as needed. Review will occur on a daily basis. You are expected to ask for assistance when needed. The Athletic Communications staff, led by the director of Athletic Communications, will mentor this internship. A general description of the internship opportunity is as follows: Receive “hands on” learning experiences with: 1.
All 25 Gopher sports and all aspects of the Athletic Communications Office.
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Public relations initiatives including story placement, social media campaigns and web strategy.
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Media contact for sport programs.
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Press releases, competition previews, game/meet notes, recaps and feature stories.
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Media operations at home events.
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Production of online media guides and printed game programs.
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Recording in-game statistics and compiling season statistics.
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Weekly reports to the Big Ten Conference.
9. Content for gophersports.com.
Internship: Event Management (one opening) Supervisor: Andrew Parrish, Director of Event Management Anticipated Start Date: 7/15/2013 Stipend: $1000/month Term: 10 months Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Preferred Qualifications: Experience in athletics setting Internship Description: You will be supervised by the Director of Event Management. You will have an initial period of observation, followed by supervision as needed. Review will occur on a daily basis. You are expected to ask for assistance when needed. The Director and Assistant Director of Event Management will mentor this internship. A general description of the internship opportunity is as follows: Receive “hands on” learning experiences with: 1.
University of Minnesota athletic events as well as other major events hosted in athletic venues with an emphasis on crowd management, game operations, participant movements, rule and policy creation, staffing, payroll, timelines, and coordination with various athletic department units.
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Budget process and management; staff training materials; sport-specific manuals and operations guides.
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Relationships with various campus entities involved in the successful presentation of an event. These include but are not limited to parking, police, facilities, land care, alumni association, president’s office.
Facilities—Mariucci and Ridder Arenas Supervisor: Craig Flor – Mariucci and Ridder Arena Manager Anticipated Start Date: July 16, 2013 Stipend: $1000/month Term: 11 months Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree Preferred Qualifications: B.S. or B.A. in Sport Management or related field Internship Description: You will be supervised by the Mariucci and Ridder Arena Manager. You will have an initial period of observation, followed by supervision as needed. Review will occur on a daily basis. You are expected to ask for assistance when needed. The Mariucci and Ridder Arena Manager will mentor this internship. A general description of the internship opportunity is as follows: Receive “hands on” learning experiences with: 1.
All aspects of Facility Operations a. Routine facility walk-throughs b. Input and planning for facility improvements/repairs/maintenance c. Building control systems for HVAC, PA, AV and scoreboards d. Observe building operations including custodial daily routine and post-event clean-up e. Key control and security system f. Working with vendors g. Project-related support for major facility improvements
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All aspects of Event Management/Facility Preparations a. Game day customer service b. Facility preparation and supervision with a variety of user groups in both ice arenas including Gopher Athletics, Kinesiology classes, Recreational Sports programs, Minnesota State High School League, USA Hockey and other groups and activities.
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All aspects of Administration a. Learn the scheduling process for student staff b. Observe budgeting process, cost estimates and cost comparisons c. Exposure to Facility booking system d. Learn facility policies/procedures and safety protocols e. Attend Operations and event planning meetings
Finance & Human Resources Supervisor:
Tom McGinnis, Associate AD/CFO
Anticipated Start Date: June 18, 2013 Stipend: $1000/month Term: 12 months Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Knowledge of business, human resources or sport management Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources or sport management Internship Description: You will be supervised by the Associate Athletics Director/CFO. You will have an initial period of observation, followed by supervision as needed. Review will occur on a daily basis. You are expected to ask for assistance when needed. The business office/human resources staff will mentor this internship. A general description of the internship opportunity is as follows: Receive “hands on” learning experiences with: 1.
Development of position descriptions and organizational structures
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Position search and onboarding process.
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Internship selection process.
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Performance Management Systems
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Budget development/planning, monitoring and reconciliation
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Development of financial, human resource and other departmental policies and procedures
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Other athletic department unit experiences
Athletic Development Intern – Major Gifts Supervisor:
Randy Handel, Associate AD for Development
Anticipated Start Date: June 1, 2013 Stipend: $1000/month Term: 12 months Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Knowledge of college athletics, development, or business. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree Experience with a college athletics department. Internship Description: Learn about the oversight of the capital projects priorities for Gopher Athletics as well as fundraising for studentathlete’s endowments. Learn about strategy sessions, campaign planning and collateral material creation for designated capital project priorities and endowments. Learn to write and edit donor profiles, as well as to plan and schedule donor strategy meetings and personal visits. Observe and learn from the Director of the Annual Fund and the Director of Donor Communications in the formulation and development of the Golden Gopher Fund annual giving program and the development of a strategic Golden Gopher Fund communication plan. You will gain exposure to fund-raising and intercollegiate events. A general description of the internship opportunity is as follows: Receive “hands on” learning experiences with: 1. 2. 3. 4.
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Major Gift solicitation for the department of Athletics in particular with Major Gifts Capital project planning and implementation for the department of Athletics. Donor customer service, cultivation and stewardship. Learning the process for estate gifts (testamentary bequests, beneficiary designations, etc), life income gifts (charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trust, etc) and special outright gifts (life insurance, charitable lead trust, real estate, etc). Strategic development of the Major Gift program, including Planned Giving, Capital Campaigns, Endowments. Development of the GGF Marketing Strategy for Athletics Correspondence to Major Gift contributors to Athletics Donor request and fulfillment Donor communications Develop relationships/cultivation/stewardship of donors to athletics Away game and post-season donor travel with Golden Gopher Fund Oversight and development of Major Gifts Calendar Other learning opportunities as assigned
Information Technology - Audio Visual Event Supervisor:
Marty Bussman, Audio/Video Specialist
Anticipated Start Date: 6/1/2013 Stipend: $1000/month Term: 12 months Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field Significant knowledge and experience with audio-visual technology. Relevant experience in a customer driven environment. Knowledge of: Setting up and supporting audio-visual equipment. Knowledge of: Zoned sound systems TV and video distribution systems Excellent oral and written communication skills
Internship Description: You will be supervised by the Audio/Video Specialist. You will have an initial period of observation, followed by supervision as needed. Review will occur on a daily basis. You are expected to ask for assistance when needed. The Audio/Video Specialist will mentor this internship. A general description of the internship opportunity is as follows: Receive “hands on” learning experiences with: 1.
Weekly meetings with students and event coordinators to review needs and schedule of events.
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AV support for both athletics and premium events; including but not limited to Football, Basketball, Hockey, Career Fairs, Expo’s, Trade Shows, Weddings and Receptions.
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Support for events.
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Event AV needs, planning, scheduling and support.
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Supporting documentation.
M Club Supervisor: George Adzick, M Club Director Anticipated Start Date: July 2013 Stipend: $1000/month Term: TBD Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Preferred Qualifications: University of Minnesota “M” Letter Winner Internship Description: You will be supervised by the M Club Director. You will have an initial period of observation, followed by supervision as needed. Review will occur on a daily basis. You are expected to ask for assistance when needed. The M Club Director will mentor this internship. A general description of the internship opportunity is as follows: Receive “hands on” learning experiences with: 1.
Public events
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Hall of Fame Ceremony Production
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Annual dues campaign
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Athletics oriented reunions and celebrations
The University of Minnesota "M" Club: upholding and enriching the great tradition of Golden Gopher athletics. The University of Minnesota "M" Club is comprised of individuals who have earned the University's varsity athletics insignia, the "M", for their athletic endeavors or who have been Honorary "M" recipients. The "M" Club provides its members the opportunity to foster and maintain relationships across different sports, generations and geographical locations. In this way, the Club aspires to contribute, through the common bond of sport, to the social and professional enrichment of its members and provide a means for ongoing association with the University. As an integral part of the Minnesota family, the "M" Club endeavors to uphold and enrich the great tradition of Golden Gopher Athletics.
Marketing Coordinator Supervisor:
Devin Pacheco, Asst. Director of Marketing
Anticipated Start Date: July 16, 2013 Stipend: $1000/month Term: 11 months Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of or experience in sports marketing, event marketing, and/or in-game promotions, specifically with a University or professional sports team Internship Description: You will be supervised by the Assistant Director of Marketing. You will have an initial period of observation, followed by supervision as needed. Review will happen on a daily basis. You are expected to ask for assistance when needed. The Assistant Director of Marketing and Director of Marketing will mentor this internship. A general description of the internship opportunity is as follows: Receive “hands on” learning experiences with: 1.
Strategic marketing and promotional planning for sports programs.
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Collaborating with affiliated groups including booster clubs, alumni, student groups and other University contacts to help generate awareness and attendance for assigned sports.
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Creating great fan experiences though promotions, music, Band, Goldy, and other performance groups that reinforce University of Minnesota “collegiate” brand.
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Marketing activities on football game days and other special events.
New Media Supervisor:
Ryan Maus, New Media Manager
Anticipated Start Date: June 1, 2013 Stipend: $1000/month Term: 12 months Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Knowledge of video production (shooting, editing) Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in broadcasting Knowledge of or experience in motion graphics design/production Internship Description: You will be supervised by the New Media Manager. You will have an initial period of observation, followed by supervision as needed. Review will occur on a daily basis. You are expected to ask for assistance when needed. The New Media Manager and Digital Multimedia Producers will mentor this internship. A general description of the internship opportunity is as follows:
Receive “hands on” learning experiences with: 1.
Conceptualization, shooting, editing, production and distribution of video and graphics projects for Gopher Athletics.
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Collaborating with other units within department, including athletic communications, marketing/promotions and development, in the production of content that meets department goals and objectives.
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Utilizing creative spirit to engage Gopher fans online and in-arena via video and motion graphics projects.
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Receiving experience in a state-of-the-art video control room, displaying content to fans at over 100 Gopher home sporting events.
Women’s Basketball Administrative Supervisor:
Pam Borton, Head Women’s Basketball Coach
Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 2013 Stipend: $1000/month Term: 10 months Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Coaching, Kinesiology Internship Description: You will be supervised by the Head Women’s Basketball Coach. You will have an initial period of observation, followed by supervision as needed. Review will occur on a daily basis. You are expected to ask for assistance when needed. The Head Coach and Coaching Staff will mentor this internship. A general description of the internship opportunity is as follows: Receive “hands on” learning experiences with: 1.
Video Coordination a. Film breakdown b. Game Preparation
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Basketball Operations
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Recruiting a. Research b. Google Alerts
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Community Service & Outreach
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Marketing
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Big Ten, NCAA, and University of Minnesota rules and policies
