Entertainment Intern

Position:                 Entertainment Intern

Department:           Entertainment

Reports to:             Entertainment Manager

Duration:                June 2024 – May 2025 (11 months)

Primary Responsibilities

• Assisting in day-to-day functions of game day entertainment, cheerleader, mascot, drumline, and fan patrol programs.
• Working closely with Entertainment Manager on planning and execution of game day elements
• Assisting with special events such as, but not limited to: Training Camp, Draft Party, Roadshows, FanFest, Tree Lighting, College football and Charlotte FC.
• Correspondence and coordination of entertainment groups involved with the game day experience
• Assisting with mascot, cheerleader, and drumline's year-round events and programming
• Assisting with community appearances as needed (which may include the operation of a company vehicle)
• Assisting with responses to fan inquiries
• Maintaining department databases/equipment/storage facilities
• Researching new opportunities and input in the design of new marketing strategies for department
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Must have an interest in sports marketing, data analysis, advertising, and/or fan appreciation programming
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products
• Experience working with Adobe Creative Suite products
• Experience in social media marketing strategies
• Must be flexible to work evenings and/or weekends and all Carolina Panthers and Stadium events, including events held on weekends, nights, and holidays
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to operate company vehicles for transportation to and from local events and Panther appearances
• Must pass pre-employment screens

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in sports

Skills for Success

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Works well under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude
• Must be a team player, reliable, and dependable

• Must be adaptable while working in a fast-paced, high-demand, and sometimes strenuous environment
• Must maintain complete confidentiality of privileged, and/or sensitive information
• Must, at all times, display the character and values of the Tepper Sports & Entertainment brand
• Must be detail-oriented and able to multi-task while managing time successfully
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive self-starter with the ability to take and follow direction

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Sitting and working at desk on a computer
• Lift at least 40 pounds

Work Environment

This job operates mostly in an office environment and outside in a stadium facility (at times which may include inclement weather conditions.  Job may require local travel to events and appearances.  This position typically works approximately 40 hours per week.

The Carolina Panthers are an equal opportunity at-will employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.