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The Victory Project Intern - Summer 2025

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Marketing
    Sports & Fitness
  • Kansas City, +1
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a relevant degree, have 1+ year in community activations, speak English fluently, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Must meet physical demands of the role.
  • You will assist in planning fundraising events, support match day programming, research new ideas, engage with guests, and ensure a positive experience for donors and fans at home games.

Requirements

  • All SKC interns must be actively pursuing an undergraduate degree or must have recently achieved their Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Pursuing a degree in nonprofit management, marketing, sports management, communications, public relations, or related degree
  • 1+ year of experience in community activations
  • Must be able to fluently speak, read, and write the English language.
  • Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Calendar.
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
  • Required to sit, stand and walk.
  • Frequent stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.
  • Reach with hands and arms.
  • Required to talk and hear consistently.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the planning and execution of Victory Project fundraising events including Victory Gala and Sporting Invitational Golf Tournament.
  • Assist with match day programming, including Match Day Honorees, pregame ceremonies, and in-game activations.
  • Research and recommend new and innovative fundraising ideas and events.
  • Assist with stewardship plan to thank Victory Project donors.
  • Participate in weekly meetings.
  • Perform essential functions with confidence.
  • Attend all Sporting Kansas City home games, as well as non-soccer related events.
  • Represent Sporting Kansas City and its related affiliates in a professional manner at all times.
  • Perform other related tasks as assigned.
  • Act as a representative of Sporting Kansas City at all home matches, engaging with guests and working to create Magic Moments for all fans.
  • Assist with Match Day Honoree experience pre-match and post-match.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Victory Project Intern position?

The Victory Project Intern position is a summer internship for 2025.

What are the key responsibilities of the Victory Project Intern?

The key responsibilities include assisting in the planning and execution of fundraising events, match day programming, researching new fundraising ideas, and participating in meetings, among others.

Is this internship open to recent graduates?

Yes, applicants must be actively pursuing an undergraduate degree or have recently achieved their Bachelor’s Degree.

Will the intern be required to attend Sporting Kansas City home games?

Yes, the intern is required to attend all Sporting Kansas City home games, as well as non-soccer related events.

What personal attributes are necessary for this internship?

Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a professional attitude are necessary attributes for this position.

What educational background is preferred for applicants?

Applicants should be pursuing a degree in nonprofit management, marketing, sports management, communications, public relations, or a related field.

Are there any specific skills or experience required for this role?

Yes, candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in community activations and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.

Is fluency in English required for the internship?

Yes, applicants must be able to fluently speak, read, and write in English.

What kind of work environment can I expect as an intern?

The internship offers a collaborative environment full of learning opportunities in a fast-paced, behind-the-scenes setting.

Are there any physical demands associated with this internship?

Yes, the position requires sitting, standing, walking, and frequent bending, pulling, and pushing, among other physical activities.

@SportingKC

Entertainment & Media
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1996
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sporting Kansas City is proud to be the only professional sports organization in Kansas City with local ownership. The team's parent organization, Sporting Club, consists of the following five entrepreneurs in the Kansas City business community: The Patterson Family, Cliff Illig, Robb Heineman, Greg Maday and Pat Curran. Sporting Kansas City is a charter member of Major League Soccer and plays at state-of-the-art Sporting Park, which opened in June 2011 as one of the best stadiums of its size in the world.