Wisconsin State Fair Park
Sponsorship & Marketing Internship
http://www.wistatefair.com
Organization Profile
Wisconsin State Fair Park is host to the annual Wisconsin State Fair and a number of year-round activities. Job responsibilities will be focused around the annual Wisconsin State Fair’s sponsorships and marketing/promotions.
Job Overview
Wisconsin State Fair Park Sponsorship & Marketing Department is seeking candidates for a spring/summer internship beginning in April and continuing through mid-August. Internship will be paid.
Job Description
The Sponsorship and Marketing Department is seeking candidates for a spring/summer internship beginning in April and continuing through mid-August. Candidates must be outgoing, quick learning, self-starters and possess acute attention to detail. This is an exciting, fast-paced, fun position for the right person who can gain a lot of experience in a short period of time.
Primary responsibilites are as follows:
- Assist Sponsorship Department with keeping comprehensive Sponsorhsip files, which includes, but is not limited to, monitoring media outlets, photo taking, and updating databaases relevant to 120+ sponsors
- Assist with Fair set-up and numerous on-site responsibilities during the annual Wisconsin State Fair, including daily sponsors
- Provide general administrative responsibilities including preparing expense reports, copying, answering phones, filing, and other general duties as requested
- Work closely with Public Relations department on social media efforts
- Coordinate mass mailings of sponsor related contracts and fulfillment materials
- In addition, serve as a member of the Wisconsin State Fair Street Team, promoting the Fair at various family-style events in and around the Milwaukee area throughout the months of April, June, and July
Job Qualifications
Ideal candidate possesses the following qualifications:
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office required; basic knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrater a bonus!
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with sharp attention to detail are mandatory
- Organization and excellent editing skills are mandaatory
- Positive, energetic, flexible and confident team player with a “watever it takes” attitude, who is not afraid of spontaneous redirection
- Keen interest in learning the ropes of the marketing/sponsorship/event planning industry
- Individual must be able to withstand an ever-changing, stressful, fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure
- Must have a valid driver license and access to a vehicle
Compensation & Benefits
Internship will be paid, with the opportunity to receive school credit. College and University students should check with their advisor for approval.
How To Apply
Applicants must send cover letter, resume, and two (2) professional references to:
sfpmarketing@wisconsin.gov
Please note: When emailing, please include position title in the subject line.
Deadline for application is 5pm Friday, March 1, 2013
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