Training Camp Fan Engagement Intern

Summary:

The Minnesota Vikings are seeking to fill internship positions for Training Camp that will assist with executing initiatives in the Fan Village at Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center in Eagan, Minnesota. These individuals will aid in the marketing, fan engagement, operations, and guest services initiatives included with the execution of Vikings Training Camp. The ideal candidate will be an effective team player within the Minnesota Vikings Marketing Department.

In addition to the duties described below, this position will experience multiple professional development opportunities to connect with Vikings staff members from various departments.

This is a paid internship from late July through mid-August. Specific dates will be determined when the Vikings release their official training camp schedule, expected to be in June.

Responsibilities:

May include any/all of the following:

  • Promote the Vikings Kids Club, including actively selling memberships
  • Aid in overseeing and executing Vikings activation elements in the Fan Village and Family Fun Zone, including fan photo opportunities, inflatable games and other youth activities
  • Assist daily special groups to deliver a positive experience
  • Work with vendors to assist with daily setup and teardown or fan activation elements
  • Support VIP Hospitality and organizational initiatives
  • Engage with fans through experiential activation and customer service roles
  • Facilitate player engagement and autographs
  • Serve as an ambassador for the Minnesota Vikings organization
  • Assist with daily operations responsibilities, including keeping a clean and presentable fan activation area

Requirements:

  • Commit to working all Training Camp activation days from approximately the last full week in July to approximately the second full week in August (official dates to be confirmed when the Training Camp schedule is released in June)
  • Relevant experience in customer service or experiential marketing is preferred
  • Ability to provide the highest level of customer service to all fans with an emphasis on children and families
  • Ability and desire to work long, flexible hours, including nights and weekends
  • Positive team player with strong communication, organizational, interpersonal and multi-tasking skills
  • Desire to gain knowledge and experience in the professional sports industry

Confidentiality Requirement: This position may require the individual to have access to confidential records and information. To successfully perform this position, confidentiality of the information with which the individual has contact must be maintained.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • The ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
  • The ability to work outside under hot conditions for long periods of time
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs. may be required for transportation of equipment

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Vikings Training Camp Fan Village fan activation areas are located outdoors at Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center in Eagan, Minnesota
  • Event climates will vary based on Minnesota weather in July and August, which may include extremely warm temperatures and inclement weather

Salary: $16.50 Hourly

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