Grassroots/Street Team Marketing Unpaid Internships (West Sacramento)

Feb. 2, 2012

Sacramento, UT

Confidential

Sacramento River Cats & Raley Field

Grassroots/Street Team Marketing Unpaid Internship

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Sacramento River Cats, Triple-A affiliate of the Oakland A's, are getting ready to begin their 13th season. During ten of the last twelve seasons, we have ranked at the top nationally in attendance, setting new all-time records for the Pacific Coast League in the process. This past season, more than 700,000 fans attended River Cats home games. Raley Field has been the toast of the region since its debut in May of 2000. With a seating capacity of 14,014, it features 36 luxury suites, 2,500 club seats, a stadium club, multiple group party areas, children's playground, a giant HD video board and an impressive audio/visual production center.

In addition to our attendance records, we have won four Pacific Coast League Championship (2003, 2004, 2007, 2008), played host to the 2005 Triple-A All-Star Game, won a Triple-A Championship (2007 and 2008) and continue to send many players onto the Major Leagues.

The River Cats & Raley Field is looking for twelve (12) dynamic, driven individuals to complete work in the area of Grassroots Marketing, while assisting the Promotions Team and Advertising Manager. We are seeking bright, outgoing, friendly and talented, individuals to join our staff of seasoned industry professionals. We are offering a dynamic, challenging and fun learning environment, and an opportunity to work with an industry leader.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist the Advertising Manager with various research efforts and help in the development of the grassroots marketing plans for the River Cats and Raley Field Events and Entertainment Departments.

Assisting in the creation, organization, and execution of various Grassroots Marketing initiatives for the Sacramento River Cats and Raley Field.

Assisting and coordinating any non-traditional marketing efforts (distributing flyers/pocket schedules/mascot appearances and creating flyers for these events).

Representing the River Cats and Raley Field at various events in Sacramento area, and assisting in the fulfillment of sponsorship commitments through promotional initiatives.

Other duties as determined by the Advertising Manager.

The qualified candidates will be able to successfully manage multiple, time-sensitive projects, as well as have a willingness to work odd hours. Hours can be flexible; however a minimum of 20 hours per week are requested. Additional duties and assisting various departments will be required as needed. We are looking to hire immediately for the off-season; however we will be offering other in-season internships in February. Length of internship will be determined by hours worked per week.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Hard working individual that enjoys working independently and handles themselves professionally

Good organization and communication skills

Ability to work well with clients, fans and staff based on event needs

Willingness to work some nights and/or weekends

Knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Some physical demands are involved, i.e. moving boxes, setting up tables, etc. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions

Compensation: This position is non-paid. You must be able to receive school credit through an accredited college/university throughout the internship (Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer). Documentation of proof of credit is required.

Start Date: We would prefer interns to start immediately if possible, if not February

End Date: Flexible, but candidates that can intern throughout the 2012 baseball season (April -- September) will have preference.

Please submit resumes please visit our website at rivercats.com, go to the employment opportunities link at the bottom of our homepage to view this posting.

Hiring Organization: NO