Minimum Requirements:

Education:

· High school graduate or equivalent

Experience:

· Previous experience in a customer service setting. Experience in a sporting or entertainment facility preferred.

Hourly Rate: Unpaid Internship

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Do you love sports and want to turn that passion into a career? The City of Peoria offers an exciting, hands-on Internship at the Peoria Sports Complex designed for students looking to gain real-world experience in Sports Marketing, Sponsorship, Event Promotion, and Game Day Operations during Major League Baseball’s Spring Training.

As an intern, you won't just watch from the sidelines—you'll be part of the team that helps bring Spring Training to life. You'll work alongside staff supporting TWO Major League Baseball organizations—the San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners—while gaining firsthand experience in the fast-paced world of professional sports and live events. You'll interact with corporate partners, execute marketing and sponsorship activations, assist with gameday operations, and help deliver in-game promotions in front of thousands of fans every day. You'll also have opportunities to gain exposure to social media and photography, ticketing, live production, and other areas of the sports industry, making this a well-rounded opportunity to launch your career in sports.

Regular Duties Include:

Interact with corporate partners and assist with sponsor needs on game days.
Help prepare and execute sponsored activation areas throughout the ballpark.
Assist with office projects and administrative responsibilities that support Spring Training operations.
Run in-game promotions and help execute sponsorship commitments.
Capture social media content and photos for sponsor recaps and marketing initiatives.
Distribute exit coupons and assist with post-game promotions and activities.

Expectations:

Work at least 3 games/15 hours per week (including one game Monday-Thursday).
Commit to your assigned schedule and communicate proactively when conflicts arise, including finding a substitute when needed.
Take ownership of assigned in-game promotions and confidently execute responsibilities independently or with limited supervision.

Additional Opportunities:

Resume Review
Mock Interview
Written Evaluation of Intern
Recommendation Letter
Exit Interview/Intern Feedback
One-on-One Career Conversations with Sports Complex Personnel as Requested

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

A passion for sports, live events, marketing, or the sports and entertainment industry
- Effective time management and prompt attendance
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- A positive attitude and willingness to take initiative in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a cross-functional team

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

Get an inside look at the Culture of Peoria

We are PEORIA!

Professional, Ethical, Open, Responsive, Innovative, Accountable

Application Process:

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.

During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at employment@peoriaaz.gov or 623-773-7100.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.

Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.

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