Intern - External Events

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for an Intern to assist the Director of Events in all aspects of generating event revenue, formulating positive relationships in the community, and promoting the availability of various UAA venues for external events. Responsibilities include assisting with opening/closing athletic facilities, and utilizing innovative approaches to secure events commitments, plan events, and set up for events.

This position requires the incumbent to regularly lift 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds; be detail-oriented and have excellent communication and customer service skills; multitask effectively; engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds; and work a non-standard work week which will include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, holidays.

This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is chosen.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Qualifications:

• Have or pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate area of specialization
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in or enrolled in graduate school
• Experience with planning/setting up events
• Experience in graphic design or digital marketing

*Please note: Additional on the job training will be provided to candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for this position.  Please note this is a non-coaching position.

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, tuition reimbursement for the University of Florida or Santa Fe College only and is based on in-state or online program rates, pension (upon eligibility), recognition programs and paid time off. This position is compensated on an hourly basis at the current Florida minimum wage. You can view our benefits on the official job posting by clicking here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer.

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