Position Overview:
Candidate will play a role in supporting the Vegas Golden Knights’ community initiatives as well as the Vegas Golden Knights Foundation. Responsibilities include assisting in the day-to-day operations, as well as the community programming and events for the Vegas Golden Knights and Vegas Golden Knights Foundation.
Duties and tasks:
- Assist the foundation and community relations team on organizing and implementation of initiatives including but not limited to:
- Event preparation, execution and follow-up, as requested
- Tracking, organizing, and fulfilling charitable donation requests
- Community outreach, charitable projects, and off-season initiatives
- Collaborate with foundation team on any additional community programming and activations
- Administrative needs pertaining to the Vegas Golden Knights and the foundation including but not limited to:
- Work in conjunction with foundation team on posting engaging and ongoing content for foundation social media platforms
- Assist in monitoring Foundation and Community Relations email address and requests
- Aid in the collaboration and design of fundraising platforms
- Support the continuing mission of the Vegas Golden Knights and its Foundation to serve our community
Learning Objectives:
Gain hands-on experience with foundation and community-based events in a professional sports environment.
Play a role in supporting the Vegas Golden Knights Foundation and its initiatives.
Requirements:
- Up to 20 hours of intern hours available per week
- Must be available to work early mornings, late nights, and weekends as varies
- Internship timeline – May - September
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
- Must possess excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adapt, learn and grow with team approach and philosophy.
- Must be a detail-oriented and creative "out-of-the-box" thinker.
- Knowledge of the sport and hockey background a plus
- Must be self-confident, resilient and possess a high energy level and enthusiasm.
- Must be a team-player and able to work well with others.
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.
