If your ultimate goal is a career in the sports and entertainment industry, the John Labatt Centre Internship Program is an excellent first step.
Our mission is to recruit and develop the finest individuals into the sports and entertainment industry. This premier internship program will offer you the ability to demonstrate your commitment to integrity, character and service which are qualities that are integral part of the success in the sports and entrainment industry.
A variety of internship opportunities are available and a variety of academic majors fit the criteria being performed including, but not limited to, Sports Management, Communications, Marketing, Business, Recreation, and more.
Job Title: Group Sales Intern
Duration: Winter Internship 2010-2011 (September – April )
Reports to: Group Sales Director and Group Sales Representative
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Assist in promoting and implementing all family shows and sporting events to Group Sales customers
- Assist in researching target markets, creating promotional materials and developing and implementing event promotions
- Grass roots efforts for selected shows
- Assist in updating and maintaining the department database
- General administrative duties
- Assist in handling customers seat selection and processing orders
- Become familiar with the shows/events
- Day of event assistance with Group sales Programs along with meet & greets
- Time commitment of between 12 - 16 hours per week required
- Other tasks and duties as assigned
The individual must possess solid verbal and written communication skills, a conscientious work effort, ability to be a team player and the desire to learn and work in a fast paced environment. Hours will vary.
No financial compensation is available for these positions. Travel and housing arrangements are the responsibility of the students.
If you are interested in this tremendous hands-on learning experience in the sports and entertainment industry, please send a resume to:
Attn: Group Sales Department
John Labatt Centre
Deborah Kime or Anita Schipper
99 Dundas Street
London, ON
N6A 6K1
dkime@johnlabattcentre.com
aschipper@johnlabattcentre.com
Thank you,
Deborah Kime
Senior Director of Group Sales
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