Although these are unpaid internships, this position will give the student an excellent behind-the-scenes view on how a sports organization operates, as well as valuable experience for those interested in pursuing a career in the sports industry. However you will receive credit for your work as determined by your university. SoccerPlus Connecticut Reds accepts a limited number of internships to ensure that interns gain valuable work experience.

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Positions Available:
Hours can range from 20-30 hours per week, in addition to working games and special events. ALL Interns MUST be able to work some weekends and have a reliable source of transportation.
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Public Relations Intern (Spring/Summer 2008)
 SoccerPlus Connecticut Reds Public Relations intern will have the following job responsibilities:
• The primary responsibility is to provide weekday and gameday assistance to front office staff in all areas of our organization
• Interns will have substantial interaction with sponsors and fans through youth programs, clinics, player appearances and more.
• Interns will be expected to work all games. Gameday duties may include distribution of premium items, surveys, and programs.
• Gameday duties may also include working on promotions, press box, customer service, stadium set-up and teardown.
• Interns can expect that some responsibilities will include clerical work, such as filing, data entry, copying and correspondence.
• Interns will be expected to help with group ticket sales - youth programs, corporations, ect.
• Interns will help organize half time activities - greet groups and other gameday activites.
• Other duties as assigned
Must be highly organized, resourceful, quick learner and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to work well with different personalities in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional interpersonal and telephone skills. Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Publisher and Excel.
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Operations Intern (Spring/Summer 2008)
SoccerPlus Connecticut Reds Operations intern will have the following job responsibilities:
·  Assist in the production and execution of a sponsor related event including set up and tear down of the event
·  On-site customer relations - dealing with soccer parents, players, and coaches
·  On-site sponsor fulfillment - execution of contractual elements for the event as well as assist in operations during games.
·  Communication with clients including pre and post reports of the events hosted
·  Candidate must be detail oriented and possess strong communication skills
·  Candidates will be in charge of team gear - issuing and collecting it from the team/staff as needed
·  A working knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point and Access, as well as previous database input experience, is a plus.
·  For the set up and tear down of certain events, candidates must be able and willing to lift items up to 30lbs
·    Other duties as assigned
Must be highly organized, resourceful, quick learner and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to work well with different personalities in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional interpersonal and telephone skills. Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
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Media Relations Intern (Spring/Summer 2008)
SoccerPlus Connecticut Reds Media Relations intern will have the following job responsibilities:
·  Responding to media requests

·  Pitching unique story angles to print and electronic media

·  Assisting in statistical analysis and record keeping

·  Management/distribution of press clippings/video clips

·  Assisting with the generation of team publications

·  Produce content for the website

·  Assisting with special events

·  Distribute credentials on gameday at media will call

·  Organization of team and player photos

·  Distribute copies of stats sheets to the media - game report to the league office after games.

·  Coordinate post-game quotes from home and visiting locker rooms

·  Writing Press Releases notifying the media and the general public of Team news, community events, initiatives, player transactions, etc.

·  Playing a key role in producing team Media Guide

·  Facilitating interviews with players and coaches

·    Answering fan mail, both electronic and traditional

·    Assist in development and execution of present and future community relations programs

·  Assisting in all aspects of press box operations on gamedays

·    Other duties as assigned

The position requires strong written and verbal communication skills. Those with strong knowledge of soccer are encouraged to apply, but is not required.
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