Events and Partnership Internship (Paid)

About Us

The USTA New England Section, one of 17 sections of the United States Tennis Association, is a 501(c)4 not-for-profit organization that serves around 23,500 members in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. With more than 1 million people playing tennis in New England, we are committed to offering quality recreational and competitive programs and experiences for people of all ages and abilities. We believe in the power that tennis has to facilitate, for a lifetime, more connected, healthy and social people and communities. Help us in our work and mission.

Overview

Gain invaluable experience as a student in the exciting world of sports events and management with USTA New England, the governing body of tennis in the region. This internship dives into the operational and business side of recreational sports, giving you a comprehensive understanding of event coordination, marketing, and project management. This internship will run for 10 weeks from June 3 to August 5, 2024. The internship is part-time 4 days a week (32 hours).

What You'll Do

• Event Execution: Assist with organizing events, attend events to ensure brand visibility, and handle event set-up and breakdown.
• Project Management: Collaborate with USTA New England staff on comprehensive events delivering proactive updates throughout the project.
• Present on intern projects and other completed assignments during the final week of the internship. 
• Social Media Savvy: Create engaging event-related social media content (reels, photos, captions, etc.)
• Project Collaboration: Partner with USTA New England staff in other departments on projects, providing regular progress updates to your manager.
• Customer Service Champion: Deliver top-notch customer service to members and volunteers.
• Partnership Support: Assist with executing sponsorship deliverables.
• Inventory & Reporting: Help with inventory audits and present your internship work during the final week.
• Other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Self-Starter: Demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, and a strong work ethic.
• Customer-Focused: A commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• Organized & Detail-Oriented: A knack for keeping on top of projects and deadlines.
• Inclusive Thinker: Consider diverse perspectives when working.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in Google Drive, Microsoft Office, and social media platforms.
• Accountable & Communicative: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively and manage time wisely.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• Residence within the New England Section.
• Availability for flexible hours, including evenings and weekends at events as needed.
• Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Knowledge of tennis is a plus!

Benefits

• Hone your skills with an expert marketing team throughout your internship and leave with a greater knowledge of sports marketing, event management and the U.S. Tennis Association.

Position FAQs

• Who does this position work with? This position will report to Chrissy Lyons, Events and Partnership Manager. The position collaborates with the marketing team and all other teams at USTA New England.
• What does Hybrid mean for this role? We have an office in Westborough, MA. The applicant must be able to travel to the office on Wednesdays to meet with the team. This person may need to attend additional meetings / all staff meetings in the Westborough, MA office.
• How much does this position pay? This position is seasonal and part-time (4 day work week) and pays $15/hour
• What is USTA New England’s approach to a diverse and equitable workforce? We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels empowered to bring their full authentic selves to work and where everyone’s voice is heard. You can read our diversity statement below, but we want to take it a step further because creating a diverse and equitable workforce and workplace culture goes beyond a diversity statement in a job posting. We will continue the journey to educate, foster, cultivate, and preserve a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization and beyond.

What does the hiring process consist of? The first step is to Apply!

1. Apply - We will be accepting applications until April 19th, 2024.
2. Interviews - If you are selected for an interview, it will be conducted virtually on Google Meet.
3. Selection Process - A decision will be made by the hiring manager by May 10th, 2024.
4. Questions - Please contact Alex Wesley, Director of Marketing at wesley@newengland.usta.com

If you prefer to submit a physical application and cover letter, please address it to:
USTA New England
ATTN: Alex Wesley
110 Turnpike Road, Suite 110
Westborough, MA 01581