HAMILTON TIGER-CATS & FORGE FC INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

MISSION STATEMENT

The purpose of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Forge FC Internship Program is to educate participants in the areas of operation of a professional sports organization, to prepare interns for entering the career marketplace and to expand future employment and educational opportunities.

PROGRAM BENEFITS
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Forge FC Internship Program will offer the following career benefits and opportunities to each individual who participates in the program:

Skill Development

Learn how a professional sport organization successfully operates by working in multiple areas of the business with knowledgeable sport industry professionals
Gain confidence in essential workplace related skills by completing tasks that involve time management, communication, and teamwork skills
Apply knowledge gained from post-secondary education and previous experiences to develop new programs and initiatives that have a direct impact on the success of the organization and its teams
Learn how to work under pressure in a gameday environment and execute key programs for the organization
Throughout the season, work with other interns on a major project and discover how to work in a group setting while accomplishing your individual and group’s goals

Networking

Build a professional network by working with experienced sport industry specialists from inside and outside of the organization
Meet with an assigned director from the organization once a month and discuss and review career objectives
Attend group discussions and share challenges and success stories with fellow interns

Career Advancement

Enhance resume for future employment opportunities and/ or for potential graduate school applications
Use experience to learn about yourself, evaluate career objectives, and set new career and personal goals
Receive and utilize professional tools such as a welcome package, business cards, and LinkedIn headshot

SPECIFIC DETAILS

Locations: 500 Sherman Avenue North (main business office) and 64 Melrose Avenue North (Tim Hortons Field) – Hamilton, Ontario.

Internship Duration: All internships will be a seven-month term from May 4th to November 27th except for the Intern, Forge FC Events and Ticket Administration position which will be an eight-month term from April 6th to November 27th.

Hourly Commitment: Regular business hours + All 2020 Hamilton Tiger-Cats home games (not including Forge FC specific positions). In addition to this, depending on the internship role there will be opportunities to work Forge FC home games and other special events at Tim Hortons Field.

Payment: $300 per month stipend and an honorarium paid on completion of the term.

Gameday Hours: $75 for each Tiger-Cats game worked and $60 for each Forge FC game.

REQUIREMENTS

Applicants for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Forge FC Internship Program must be enrolled in a degree/diploma program and receive course credit upon completion of this internship. Ideal candidates must be hard-working, dedicated, self-motivated individuals who possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills, and have a passion for sport.

INTERNSHIP POSITIONS

COMMUNICATIONS
CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS
FORGE FC COMMUNITY RELATIONS
FORGE FC EVENTS & TICKET ADMINISTRATION
GAME PRODUCTION & EVENTS
GRAPHIC DESIGN
GUEST EXPERIENCE
MARKETING
RETAIL OPERATIONS
STADIUM EVENTS & OPERATIONS
STAFF WRITER
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
TICKETING OPERATIONS, SALES & SERVICE
TIGER-CATS COMMUNITY RELATIONS
TIGER-CATS FOOTBALL OPERATIONS
VIDEO PRODUCTION
2021 GREY CUP

HOW TO APPLY:

Candidates must email their résumé and cover letter to the email address listed in the specific intern job description. Intern job description can be viewed below.
Email subject should read: “2020 (name of internship position) Application”
Please indicate in your application email where you saw this internship posting advertised (i.e. Hamilton Tiger-Cats website, indeed, SIRC, university/ college job board, etc.)
To view all of the internship job descriptions, please click on the following link - https://ticats.ca/employment-opportunities/
The application deadline for every position is Sunday, February 16th, 2020

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Forge FC value diversity and inclusion of all candidates and will provide accommodations if needed. If you have any specific accommodations, please outline this in your application email.

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Forge FC thank you for your interest in joining our organization for the upcoming seasons.

INTERN, MARKETING

Responsibilities and Duties:

Assist in the authoring all fan newsletters, season seat holder email communications, gameday and event updates, and ticket administration emails for both the Tiger-Cats and Forge FC
Provide assistance with the organization and execution of Tiger-Cats and Forge FC media planning, including: print, radio, direct to consumer, out of home, display advertising, and digital advertising
Play a role in the creative development of advertising and promotional materials
Assist in posting content to and maintenance of Tiger-Cats and Forge FC social media accounts
Monitor social media channels and the internet for mentions of the Tiger-Cats, Forge FC, and discussions on related keywords
Collaborate on social media projects and contests to promote engagement and expand fan-bases for both teams
Assist in creating campaign reports as needed
Complete research to help develop and plan the following year’s marketing initiatives and calendar
Assist with preparation of presentation materials for meetings
Assist with general administrative work including but not limited to: maintaining/organizing files, data entry, copying, filing, and faxing

Qualifications and Skills:

Quality writing, editing, and copywriting skills
Organizational skills
Demonstrated teamwork and work ethic
Strong football, soccer, Tiger-Cats, and Forge FC knowledge
Must have a passion for CFL football and CPL soccer
Social media outlet and management experience
Experience with various social media platforms including: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, Snapchat, and Pinterest
A winning, team oriented, passionate attitude with a strong sense of urgency
A passion for creativity, with the ability to link ideas to business performance opportunities

Please email résumé and cover letter to marketing@ticats.ca