Visit Detroit is hiring: Detroit Sports Commission Internship in Detroit

The Detroit Sports Commission (DSC) is searching for and interviewing possible candidates for internships for spring and summer sessions with emphasis on the summer of 2025 working on events, sales and marketing initiatives. The DSC is a non-profit subsidiary of the Visit Detroit and hosts amateur sporting events in the Metro Detroit area. The DSC works with organizations such as the NCAA, AAU, USSSA, MHSAA, and USA Olympic sports.

Dates: May-August 2025

Location: Detroit, MI

Hours: Students will be expected to work 15-28 hour workweeks from April to August. Before or during events, hours may exceed 40 hours in one week and could involve some nights and weekends, and Labor Day weekend. A work schedule will be developed at the beginning of the internship.

Position Type: Paid Internship

Description: The internship will focus on several projects and events, including:

Apr 26-27: 2025 Can-Am Classic (Volleyball)

May: Prep Kickoff Classic High School Visits

June 2: 5th Annual Flagstar Bank Detroit Sports Commission Golf Classic

Jul 22-Aug 4: 2025 State Wars 21 (Roller Hockey)

Jul 27-Aug 3: 2025 Theatre on Ice National Showcase

Aug 5-11: 2025 Bassmaster Elite (Fishing)

Aug 28-29: 2025 Prep Kickoff Classic (Football)

The internship will offer experience in sports event management, as well as experience in marketing, communications, and sales. You will assist in, but will not be limited to:

• Educating and building awareness of various sporting events
• Event Management that includes:
  1. Customer Service, Hospitality Management, Security/Access Control, Signage/Décor, Facilitating/Ordering Awards, Facility Management, and PR and Marketing
• Social Media and Website Content Management
• Designing marketing and promotional materials and programs
• Sales Support (Bid & Proposal Creation)
• Volunteer Management
• Educating and building awareness of the Prep Kickoff Classic to ensure maximum coverage and attendance.
• Aiding Detroit Sports Commission staff in day-to-day operations

Students will also gain sales experience by helping to research new events to bring to Metro Detroit and to formulate bids for these events. These projects will teach students about the processes needed to secure amateur and national sporting events for the region.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• One year of college education
• Unrestricted valid Michigan State driver’s license and satisfactory driving history
• Eligible to receive college credit
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and Adobe software
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage changing demands
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with all team members and customers
• High level of organization, initiative, energy, and attention to detail
• Strong customer service with the ability to troubleshoot and handle pressure situations
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and Adobe software
• Must possess and demonstrate the highest level of integrity and ethical standards

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of a combination of formal education and work experience
• Marketing, sports marketing, or event planning experience/education

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Extended periods of sitting and standing with occasional to extended periods of walking
• Prolonged use of desktop/laptop computer and peripheral equipment
• Occasional to frequent bending, stooping, standing, and carrying
• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to lift and move items of up to 50 lbs.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Occasional work outdoors in all weather conditions

For more information on the Detroit Sports Commission visit our web page www.detroitsports.org.