Internships
The
National Soccer Hall of Fame has a number of
varied internship responsibilities, generally
unpaid. Interns are expected to select a major
area of concentration for their time at the Hall
of Fame, but must also be prepared and willing to
contribute in all areas. There are opportunities
for various work assignments for pay, but the
opportunities are few and the remuneration will
not be substantial.
Development
The intern will assist the
Director of Development in planning and implementing
the fund raising programs of the Hall of Fame. This
intern will also assist in the fulfillment of
Development objectives.
Event
Promotion & Management
The National Soccer Hall of
Fame hosts a number of major events each year. Interns
will assist in the planning, marketing, promotion and
actual operations of events.
Graphic Design
The intern will assist the
in-house graphic designer in creation of
advertisements, programs, brochures, newsletters,
logos, posters, signage and other graphic materials.
Familiarity with InDesign, Adobe Photoshop and/or
Illustrator are important for this internship.
Museum
Design & Display
Interns will assist the
Director of Museum Services in maintaining current
exhibits, designing and fabricating new exhibits, be
involved in the planning, budgeting, and contracting
exhibits fabricated by outside contractors. This
intern will also be involved in maintaining contact
with the various constituencies of the Hall of Fame,
from individuals like the Hall of Famers to
organizations like U.S. Soccer. There are also
opportunities to work within the Museum Education
Program.
Retail
Operations
An important part of any
Museum operation is admissions and the retail gift
shop. Interns will be involved in promotion of Museum
admission, staff the admissions desk, and staff the
retail store.
Tournament
Marketing & Operations
The National Soccer Hall of
Fame hosts a summer-long series of youth and adult
soccer tournaments. The intern will assist in the
planning, marketing and administration of the
tournaments.
Website Design & Management
The intern will assist the
Special Projects Manager in creating, updating, and
maintaining the National Soccer Hall of Fame web site.
Housing
Housing
arrangements for those interns from outside
the area are the responsibility of the
intern, however the Hall of Fame may be able
to assist in finding appropriate housing.
Contact
Kathryn Dailey if you have any questions by phone (607) 432-3351 ext. 204. |