Position Overview:
The Promotions & Community Relations Intern will play a vital role in planning and executing both in-game promotions and community outreach events. This position is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in fan engagement, community relations, and promotions within a dynamic sports environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Engage in all full-time community relations for the team as it relates to the team’s presence in the community.
- Assist with coordinating and attending community outreach events, including school visits, volunteer events, and mascot appearances.
- Work with mascot and promotional teams to create memorable fan interactions at games and community events.
- Collaborate with the Community Relations team on developing and promoting various outreach programs, such as educational initiatives, volunteer events, and partnerships.
- Establish, manage, and maintain cooperative relationships with representatives of community, consumer, and public interest groups.
- Assist mascot performer with event preparation and support during appearances.
- Serve as the spokesperson for the mascot during school visits and community appearances.
- Attend and work scheduled mascot appearances and serve as the mascot handler.
- Support the planning and execution of in-game promotions, including pre-game ceremonies, on-field contests, fan giveaways, and entertainment.
- Work with Corporate Partnerships team and partners as it relates to Community Relations initiatives.
- Works closely with Corporate Partnerships team and Season Seat/Groups teams to create value added promotions for guests.
- Assists in the hiring and supervision of on-field entertainment staff.
- Handles the administrative details for all on-field promotions that entertain fans and integrates our sponsors with our team.
- Provide general office and game day support to the Promotions & Community Relations department as needed.
Qualifications:
- Recently completed a degree in Communications, Marketing, Event Management, Public Relations, Sports Management, or a related field.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for fan engagement and community service.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and game days.
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift promotional materials when needed.
- Experience in Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
What You’ll Gain:
- Hands-on experience in promotions and community relations within a professional sports organization.
- Opportunities to network with professionals in the sports and entertainment industry.
- Practical skills in event planning, promotions, and community outreach.
- A rewarding experience of connecting with fans and making an impact in the community.
This internship begins in February 2026 and extends through the end of the Chihuahuas season. We offer a $750 monthly stipend for living expenses, along with $10 per hour for scheduled gameday work.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
