New York Islanders – Uniondale, NY
Internship
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INTERNSHIP: Customer Service/Ticket Sales Spring 2014 – New York Islanders (Uniondale, NY)
Customer Service/Ticket Sales Internship:
The Customer Service department handles all ticketing, ticket sales and building issues pertaining to New York Islanders events. Duties include heavy database management, lead generating, event planning, sales calls, sales appointments, and one-on-one interactions with fans and potential clients in-person as well as via phone and email. Interns will be assisting at Islanders games, including working at the customer service booth, assisting with in-game promotions, Fan Experience specialties (hi-fives, zamboni rides), ticket delivery and marketing material distribution. The Customer Service intern will also be responsible for answering the main phone line at reception various times throughout the duration of the internship.
*Must be able to work nights and weekends*
Islanders University is an experience unlike any other. As a participant in the Islanders University program, interns learn the inner workings of how to run a successful professional sports organization.
“Interns are the foundation of any successful organization,” New York Islanders Owner Charles Wang said. “We are searching for prospective employees that would like an opportunity in the ever competitive sports industry. As part of Islanders University, interns will experience the thrill of closing a sale, the importance of serving as an ambassador for the team in the community and the excitement of designing some of the most cutting edge merchandise seen around the league.”
-Charles B. Wang
An intern should expect to work anywhere from 20-30 hours each week (days and hours can be flexible based on school schedules) and these hours would include working most events/game nights. All intern positions call for general administrative work including, but not limited to: maintaining/organizing files, data entry, copying, filing and faxing. Interns must possess strong organizational and communication (both oral and written) skills. Interns must be proficient in Microsoft Office and internet navigation. Interns also must have the ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative, in addition to being able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize. A professional attitude will be expected. Please see below for descriptions of specific intern positions.
To be considered for an internship, you must include the following:
*Cover Letter with department that you would be most interested in
*Resume
*Days/Hours available
** Financial compensation is NOT available.
** We do NOT provide housing or transportation.
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