Athletics Intern

Nimble; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools is seeking a District Athletics Intern in Indianapolis to support the management of district-wide athletics. This role involves attending athletic events, developing league schedules, and providing clerical support. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office.

Opportunities to shadow Athletic Directors are provided, contributing to both the personal and professional growth of the intern. Regular attendance and adherence to a code of ethics are required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work well with students and faculty.
• Understanding of athletic activities is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Attend and assist in managing athletic events.
• Develop schedules for IPS leagues.
• Manage district-wide schedules and coaching staff.
• Coordinate community service projects.

Skills

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

General familiarity with athletics related activities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Self-motivated

Regular attendance and punctuality

Adherence to a strong code of ethics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The District Athletics Intern is responsible for helping the district athletics administration manage and oversee athletics through the Indianapolis Public Schools district. This role supports the daily functions of the District Athletics Department and may impact district-wide operations. The District Athletics Intern may be required to interact with students, IPS faculty, parents/guardians, event attendees, partnering organizations, and others.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Attend athletic events and help with management & facilitation.
• Help develop schedules for IPS leagues.
• Help manage district-wide schedules, rosters, and coaching staff.
• Provide assessments on athletic events.
• Distribute and collect surveys at athletic events.
• Help develop content for social media and web.
• Help coordinate community service projects.
• Provide clerical support to the District Athletic Department.
• Shadow and assist IPS high school Athletic Directors.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned by athletics administrators.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING: SKILLS AND MINDSETS:

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• General familiarity with athletics related activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Adobe Creative Suite knowledge is a plus).
• Self‑motivated.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Adherence to a strong code of ethics.

ELIGIBILITY FOR REMOTE WORK:

Not eligible

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements 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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee occasionally is required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Indianapolis Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, will not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, homelessness or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Indianapolis Public Schools does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias‑based intimidation, threat, or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

DISCLAIMER:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the above representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This job description is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive list of all essential functions and duties performed by the occupant of this position. Factors such as regular and punctual attendance are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function.