What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Relations / Chicago Fire Foundation Intern position at Chicago Fire FC?
Chicago Fire Football Club is a Major League Soccer team that was founded in 1997 and is Chicago’s ambassador to the global sport of soccer. The Club recently returned to Soldier Field as well as opened a new 50,000 square foot office in the heart of the city. With tremendous growth and expansion, the Club is laying the foundation for an audacious and ambitious vision that will transform the brand and the success of the Club in the coming years.
Position Overview:
Chicago Fire FC is seeking a Community Relations / Chicago Fire Foundation Intern! This role, reporting to the Foundation Programs and Events Manager, will support the planning and implementation of Chicago Fire Foundation programs and community development initiatives. This internship will run from April through August.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist in coordination of game day 50-50 raffle program
- Assist in development and execution of present and future community relations programs
- Assist with operational execution of the Foundation's proprietary P.L.A.Y.S. program including all logistics and scheduling of Game Days
- Assist with Foundation marquee fundraisers including White Party, Commemorative Jersey Auction, and Marathon Charity Team
- Organize monthly autograph sessions and send out donation requests
- Assist with administrative tasks, participant surveys and tracking, recaps, and grant writing
- Other duties as assigned by Manager
Qualifications:
- Previous community service experience or heart to serve others
- Self-starter with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work autonomously and use excellent judgment in escalating issues to supervisors
- Proven ability to work on simultaneous projects while maintaining attention to detail
- Willingness to learn in a fast-paced, high-performing work environment
- Knowledgeable of the Chicagoland Area
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends when needed
Compensation:
- This role offers a rate of $17.00 per hour
Please note:
- Chicago Fire FC is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. Our diversity initiatives start with the recruitment and selection process; therefore, we’d like to welcome all diverse candidates to apply to opportunities within our Club.
- CFFC is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, age, veteran or military status, disability, sexual orientation, sexual orientation or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.
- If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the People and Culture Department at Peopleandculture@chicagofirefc.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
- If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the People and Culture Department at Peopleandculture@chicagofirefc.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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