Strategy and Development/Public Affairs - Tampa Bay Rays

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The Tampa Bay Rays Public Affairs team is an arm of the Strategy and Development department, managing corporate communication, government and media relations, and social responsibility as they relate to strategic planning and the development of new business opportunities for the Rays organization. The department seeks full-time intern candidates for the remainder of 2019 to support these activities in a wide-ranging role.


Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Assist planning and execution of media events and announcements

  • Various research and reports, including use of Critical Mention software, fan surveys, focus groups and industry best practices

  • Maintain databases of civic, government, media, business and community contacts, including regular updating of titles, offices and contact information

  • Manage event invitations to contacts: to include spreadsheet management, development of invitation graphics, communication of event logistics and delivery of tickets and parking passes to guests

  • Assist with digital media strategy and content ideation for auxiliary social media accounts

  • Assist with ideation, development and implementation of activities and celebrations on special event dates, such as Jackie Robinson Day, Pride Night and Roberto Clemente Day

  • Write draft copy for various communications projects, including marketing and in-ballpark messaging

  • Assist with planning and coordination of event sponsorship assets with community and business partners

  • Maintain inventory of gift and premium items; fielding and fulfilling requests for these items

  • Assist with implementation and ongoing evaluation of ballpark programs, including food and beverage offerings

  • Assist with coordination of game-day activities and other special events as needed (i.e. Fan Fest, Rowdies Launch Party, other community events)

  • Assist with coordination of non-baseball events, including Enchant Christmas and Rowdies Soccer

  • Collaborate with various departments on projects as needed


The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • 4-year degree or pursuit toward degree

  • Excellent communication and writing skills, including a mastery of grammar

  • Strong work ethic and a dedication to accuracy

  • Ability to identify challenges and take initiative to overcome them

  • Strong organizational skills

  • Experience and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite of products

  • Relevant experience in the sports industry or related fields is preferred

  • Foreign language fluency preferred

  • Must be able to work home games and other events as assigned on a limited basis, potentially including weekends and holidays


Please note the following:

  • Internship ends December 15, 2019.

  • Intern must be available for normal office hours, as well as game days and events as assigned, potentially some weekends and holidays.

  • Intern will be paid hourly and scheduled to work 40 hours per week.


All offers are contingent on a satisfactory background check.


We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.