Tailgating Intern

REVELxp is the national market leading company in game day experiences and hospitality. Our team, with beginnings in ISP Sports and 35+ years of leadership in the sports & entertainment industry at the helm, has worked hard to build the fastest growing company in the game day experience space in America. We are growing at a rapid pace and are looking for goal-oriented, high-energy individuals to join our team REVELxp is on a mission to revolutionize the sports and entertainment industry. Our team works with more than 100 major teams and sporting events, hosting millions of fans, and participating in thousands of events annually. We created REVELxp to reimagine and redefine game day with memory-making experiences that ignite fan passion, drive attendance, and build loyalty for sports and entertainment brands across the world. This is why jobs here at REVELxp offer countless ways to create memorable experiences - from hospitality to operations to revenue generation. Our fast-paced, fun environment is what helps us create true partnerships with the professional sports properties we work alongside. The REVELxp team seeks to grow with innovative self-starters who want to be a part of reshaping fan experiences across the nation.
REVELxp - Rutgers is currently seeking interns for 6-month assignments. As a Game Day Operations & Sales Intern, you will be exposed to all aspects of the business lines (Sales/Marketing, Production, and Fulfillment) that support Rutgers Football Premium Tailgating gameday relationships. This is a remote position that will require consistent in-person meetings in the Piscataway, NJ area. Special emphasis will be placed on Sales/Marketing support, to develop promising interns into candidates for future Event Manager roles within the company. Each intern will report directly to the General Manager. The ideal candidates will possess excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to gather and synthesize key information, and the ability to work effectively with a variety of colleagues across multiple levels and geographies.

KEY ASSIGNMENTS AND DELIVERABLESEach intern will work on projects that offer exposure to various aspects of our business. Primary assignments will be determined by the Sales Manager/General Manager based on need, interest, and skill set. Each assignment deals with an area of identified need within our office and culminates with a specific deliverable and presentation to the office and regional management. Examples of assignments may include, but are not limited to the following:Marketing Collateral and Client Communications

• Develop branded digital and print collateral for use at business development events, during gameday tailgates, and in premium hospitality spaces.
• Create standardized client copy for use in email communications (inbound inquiries, sales confirmations, etc.) as well at various points in the sales cycle.
• Capture images, videos, and more for use in future marketing collateral

Revenue Review and Analysis

• Review 2023 revenue at Rutgers location
• Create an analysis detailing relevant buyer trends.

Vendor Pricing and Competitive Analysis

• Create a detailed analysis of market rate pricing in the event rental space.

Sustainability Opportunity Analysis

• Review and outline existing sustainability practices at each campus.
• Develop detailed recommendations for leveraging existing practices/partnerships to reduce costs and waste.

Production Efficiency Analysis

• Review and outline production labor costs for the 2024 season.

Operational Excellence and Leadership

• Take ownership of production day set up for Rutgers Football home games
• Oversee team of event staff to effectively communicate responsibilities, game day focus, expectations, and more

WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT CANDIDATE?

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in any of the following areas: Sports Administration, Business Management, Journalism, or Communications. Candidates pursuing other relevant degrees of study are welcome to apply.
• Knowledge of sports and the excitement surrounding in-person events is a plus.
• Self-motivation that drives individual results while being a strong team player
• Possess a high energy, strong desire to achieve top results with a charismatic, positive "can-do" attitude.
• Effectively communicate in verbal and written forms
• Proficient in Excel and Word, familiarity with Canva or other design software a plus
• Ability to work weekends in the fall as part of our gameday Operations Team is a requirement regardless of the timing of the internship.
• Availability for all seven Rutgers Football home games and the accompanying production days

REVELxp is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and successfully pass a criminal background check.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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