What are the responsibilities and job description for the Competition Intern – Event Operations Assistant position at USRowing?
Title: Competition Intern – Event Operations Assistant
Positions: Two (2) Positions Available
Reports to: Competition Department
Posting date: January 22, 2025
Location: Remote with strong preference to Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or New York Area / Must be willing to travel
Internship Dates: Mid May – Late July (exact dates will be discussed with the applicant)
Application Deadline: February 23, 2025
USRowing
USRowing is a nonprofit organization recognized by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee as the national governing body for the sport of rowing in the United States. The organization’s mission is to steward, strengthen, and grow American rowing by championing performance and igniting new passion for the sport.
USRowing selects, trains, and manages the teams that represent the U.S. in international competition. The organization serves multiple constituencies including novice learn-to-rowers, parents of rowers, masters rowers, adaptive rowers, collegiate rowers, indoor rowers and, most recently, coastal rowers.
We are focused on growing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the sport of rowing on a national scale, on increasing support for our national team programs, and providing additional benefits and value to our over 77,000 individual members and 1,430 rowing organizations.
What We Offer
USRowing is offering a Competition Internship within the Competition Department, during the summer of 2025. This internship will provide valuable experience in event management, sports broadcasting, regatta execution, project management, customer service, hospitality, engagement, and much more. Join us for a summer on the road, traveling to national championships across the United States and hosting the country’s premier rowing events. These events include the USRowing Youth National Championships (winner of the 2023 SportTravel Award for Best Amateur Event), the USRowing Youth Beach Sprints National Championships, and the USRowing RowFest National Championships.
The Competition Interns will collaborate with the Competition Team to create and execute the full event run of show, set up the on-site production area, lead special projects and other specific venue management related tasks. Interns will support race day operations, including production and broadcasting related tasks, alongside USRowing staff, venue teams, contractors, and other stakeholders. This internship offers individuals dynamic experiences and opportunities from gaining valuable hands-on event management skills to contributing to the crowning of national champions. We look forward to welcoming two new team members this summer and sharing more about the work we do.
Responsibilities
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Collaborate with the Competition Team on on-site event management and logistics to support the seamless execution of the Youth National Championships, Youth Beach Sprints National Championships, and RowFest National Championships.
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Assist the Competition Team in professionally developing and implementing the new ‘USRowing Standard’ of regattas.
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Lead and assist in managing special projects at key events, including but not limited to the Athlete Area, Awards Ceremonies, Trailer Parking Management, Livestream Management, and other competition-related responsibilities.
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Execute on-site branding and signage at all events.
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Coordinate and assist in managing USRowing’s event supply inventory.
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Complete athlete, coach, vendor, and other third-party administrative tasks.
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Assist in the physical set-up of the venue when traveling to USRowing events.
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Other duties as assigned, with opportunities to lead specific event tasks and projects as needed.
Qualifications
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Interest in pursuing a career in sport, project, business, or event management, human resources, hospitality, or a related field.
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A rowing background is preferred but not required.
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Excellent organizational skills with fine attention to detail.
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work creatively in fast-paced environments.
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Elevated level of enthusiasm and a strong work ethic.
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Proficient knowledge of Microsoft 365.
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Ability to travel in Summer 2025.
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Able to lift 50 lbs.
Benefits
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$5,000 salary
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Course credit is also available
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USRowing will provide travel and lodging accommodations for all Interns traveling to USRowing National Championship events.
How to Apply
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Apply online with resume, cover letter, and two (2) professional references.
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Review of resumes will begin immediately.
USRowing Values
USRowing is committed to the following values to fulfill its mission and achieve its priorities:
CULTURE OF MUTUAL RESPECT. Foster an inclusive culture honoring the rights, views, and inherent value of others, treating all with dignity and courtesy.
PROFESSIONALISM. Develop and share expertise, act effectively and efficiently, and be responsive and reliable, honoring all pledges and promises in a timely and trustworthy manner.
SAFETY. Be constantly mindful of safety on and off the water, taking proactive measures to prevent injury, abuse, or other harm, and help others both within USRowing and among member organizations.
INTEGRITY. Have the courage to choose what is right, adhere to the mission and practice our values rather than merely profess them. Employ the highest ethical standards, demonstrating honesty and fairness in every action we take.
FAIR COMPETITION. Commit to upholding the integrity of sport to ensure a level playing field devoid of doping, cheating or other forms of unfair advantage.
TEAMWORK. Work collaboratively and assume positive intent; support each other to combine individual strengths while keeping an eye on the greater good.
ENJOYMENT IN ALL ASPECTS OF SPORT. Create opportunities for involvement that promote a positive experience and lifelong love for rowing for all.
USRowing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We are committed to growing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the sport of rowing and believe that works begins in our own space. We believe diversity makes us stronger and encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and life experiences to apply to join our team.
Salary : $5,000
