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GCSC Community Programming Intern - Spring 2025

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Cleveland
  • 24d left

AI generated summary

  • You should have event planning experience, strong communication skills, a passion for diversity in sports, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments. Must be enrolled in college or recent graduate.
  • You will assist in youth programming, support event management, conduct research, aid logistics, promote events, and distribute materials for community programs.

Requirements

  • Prior experience with youth and event planning is preferred.
  • Experience working with large and diverse groups of people (children, adults, students, etc.).
  • Eager to learn the business of sports and ability to think outside the box.
  • Interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion in sports, including adaptive sports, gender equity, LGBTQIA+ athletes, mental health, and racial equity.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Be passionate and have a team-player attitude.
  • Must be enrolled in an accredited College/University (undergraduate or post-graduate program) or have recently completed (6-months).
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment during events with long hours.
  • The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable those with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to view computer monitors
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
  • Ability to stand or be on your feet for extended periods of time
  • Work Environment: Office environment; moderate noise. Event environments will vary and include both indoor and outdoor requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Youth Education through Sports programming series.
  • Assist with city-wide community impact programming for major events.
  • Assist full-time staff with on-site management of youth and community programming.
  • Attend on-site walkthroughs and planning meetings.
  • Assist with research and outreach to community organizations.
  • Aid in the planning and logistics for future hosted events.
  • Work hands on as event operations staff as needed during Greater Cleveland Sports Commission events:
  • Assist full-time staff with event promotion, day-to-day operations, and on-site event management.
  • Aid in the distribution of material associated with community programming and events.
  • Research and target prospective programs to develop and host in conjunction with upcoming events.
  • Other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the GCSC Community Programming Intern?

The primary responsibilities include supporting the Youth Education through Sports programming series, assisting with city-wide community impact programming for major events, on-site management of youth and community programming, attending planning meetings, assisting with research and outreach, aiding in event logistics, and working hands-on as event operations staff during events.

What is the expected duration of the internship?

The GCSC Community Programming Internship is expected to last from January to May 2025, with an anticipated start date around January 14, 2025.

Is prior experience required for this internship?

While prior experience with youth and event planning is preferred, it is not strictly required.

What are the work hours for the internship?

Interns can work up to 20 hours per week, typically between 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays, with additional hours expected during events.

What is the compensation for this internship?

Interns will be paid an hourly rate for their time and services, and payments will be provided biweekly to cover expenses incurred.

Will there be any flexibility in scheduling?

Yes, there is flexibility in scheduling; interns should expect to work in-person at least 3 days a week and are also expected to be available for additional hours during events.

What types of events will the intern assist with?

The intern will assist with various events, including the JVA Rock n’ Rumble, AAU Cleveland Open, Greater Cleveland Sports Awards, and the NCAA DI Men’s Basketball 1st & 2nd Rounds, among others.

What kind of training and professional development will be provided?

GCSC offers on-the-job training in various aspects of the sports and entertainment industries, along with a professional development program that includes professional communication, resume building, job search tactics, and networking opportunities.

Is transportation provided for the internship?

No, GCSC does not provide transportation, but they will cover part of the parking cost if an intern chooses to accept a parking spot in an assigned covered garage in Downtown Cleveland.

Who will supervise the internship program?

The Programming and Event Manager will serve as the supervisor for the internship program, but other staff members may also assign and monitor day-to-day activities.

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Mission & Purpose

Since 2000, Greater Cleveland Sports Commission (GCSC) is responsible for attracting more than 210 sporting and competitive events which provide more than $860 million in economic activity to Northeast Ohio. GCSC serves to measurably improve the economy of Greater Cleveland and enrich the community by attracting, creating, managing and enhancing significant sporting and competitive events.