Work Study Student-Sports Marketing Intern-Athletics

Norfolk State University; United States; In loco; USD 17.000 - 25.000; Tempo pieno

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Norfolk State University Athletics seeks a Sports Marketing Intern/Work-Study/Volunteer to assist with marketing, promotions, fan engagement, campus outreach, sponsorship activation, and general administrative support. This hands-on role offers exposure to collegiate athletics, event promotion, and branding within NSU Athletics.

The position involves flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and is paid on an hourly basis with a maximum of 1500 hours per year.

Mansioni

• Assist with marketing campaigns to boost game attendance and fan engagement.
• Develop and distribute promotional materials and signage.
• Support game-day operations, setup, and fan activities.
• Assist with campus outreach, sponsorship activations, and branding.
• Maintain calendars, inventories, and event materials.
• Provide general administrative support to Sports Marketing staff.

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Position Summary

The Sports Marketing Intern/Work-Study/Volunteer will assist Norfolk State University Athletics with marketing, promotions, game-day operations, fan engagement, campus outreach, sponsorship activation, and general administrative support. This position provides hands-on experience in collegiate athletics, event promotion, fan engagement, branding, and sports marketing operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Marketing & Promotions

• Assist with marketing campaigns and promotional activities designed to increase game attendance, student engagement, school spirit, and awareness of Norfolk State Athletics.
• Help develop and distribute flyers, signage, giveaways, promotional materials, and other marketing items.
• Assist with theme games, Homecoming, Senior Day, alumni events, student promotions, and other special events.

Game-Day Operations

• Assist with setup, promotional tables, signage, giveaways, fan engagement, and other game-day needs.
• Support halftime activities, contests, student-section promotions, sponsor activations, and in-game entertainment.
• Assist with event breakdown, inventory, and post-event cleanup.

Fan & Student Engagement

• Help develop creative ways to engage students, alumni, and fans.
• Assist with contests, trivia, giveaways, pep rallies, promotional tables, and campus engagement activities.
• Support outreach to student organizations, Greek organizations, residence halls, faculty, staff, alumni, and community partners.

Sponsorship & Branding

• Assist with sponsor signage, promotional displays, giveaways, and other partnership activations.
• Help maintain consistent Norfolk State Athletics branding during games, events, and promotional activities.

Administrative Support

• Maintain calendars, spreadsheets, contact lists, promotional inventory, and event materials.
• Assist with printing, organizing, distributing, and filing marketing materials.
• Support Sports Marketing staff with general department projects and other assigned duties.

Professional Expectations Must be dependable, punctual, organized, professional, creative, and able to work well with others. Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and special events. Maintain confidentiality and represent Norfolk State University Athletics professionally at all times.

Other Duties Performs other duties as assigned by Sports Marketing staff, Athletics Department administration, or designated supervisor.

Wage employees are paid an hourly rate for actual hours worked and are limited to working 1500 hours per year and can only work a maximum of 29 hours a week. Work hours must be counted on the basis of the twelve-month period beginning May 1 of each year and April 30 of the following year. Wage employees in all agencies (all branches of government) are limited to working no more than 1500 hours during each twelve-month period of May 1-April 30. Should you work 1500 hours prior to April 30, your services will be terminated immediately. You will not be eligible for employment again until May 1. It is the responsibility of the employee and supervisor, as well as the Office of Human Resources, to monitor these hours to ensure compliance to policy. Wage employees may not earn leave nor do they have access to the Grievance Procedure process. They are not covered by the provision of the Virginia Personnel Act and are not entitled to the benefits afforded employees occupying classified positions.

Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include criminal history, including sexual offender registry checks, reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving) records, license verification, and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to University employing officials. As a finalist, you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.

Equal Opportunity Employer Contact Pathways Discover Your Future at Norfolk State University Join a vibrant academic community at Norfolk State University, a dynamic, public, urban institution located in the heart of Hampton Roads in Norfolk, Virginia. With a proud legacy dating back to 1935, NSU is one of just five HBCUs in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of 15 public four-year universities in the state. Our campus is home to more than 5,400 students, including a thriving graduate population that makes up over 10% of our enrollment. NSU offers a supportive and engaging environment across five distinguished academic schools and colleges, led by a dedicated team of approximately 1,000 faculty and staff. With an annual operating budget exceeding $190 million, Norfolk State is positioned for growth, innovation, and student success. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or make a lasting impact, NSU invites you to be part of a community where excellence, purpose, and progress are more than just words — they’re a way of life.

The home of the largest Naval Base in the world, Norfolk is 1 of the 7 cities that make up what Is referred to as the Hampton Roads Region, an area that includes Virginia Beach & Colonial Williamsburg. Norfolk has big-city amenities and attractions of arts and culture, and cuisines of the Eastern Seaboard. There are numerous & accessible parks, riverfronts, lakes, festivals, & beaches; all favorable for weekend getaways and an easy commute to NSU.

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