About the Department

Internships within Western Washington University Athletics offer a unique opportunity to work within the Department of Intercollegiate Athletic to promote Viking Athletics. The interns act as liaisons between the Department of Athletics and various campus and community groups, faculty, staff, and local corporate sponsors. Through the process of working with these groups, the interns for Western Athletics are involved in a number of exciting events and activities in and around the campus and throughout the community. The Athletic Department internships provide students with an invaluable experience that will benefit the pursuit of a career in any field. Serving as an intern within the Western Athletic Department is a unique opportunity to be directly involved in the game day activities at Viking sporting events including football, basketball, volleyball, softball, and soccer. These positions offered enable students to gain experience interacting face to face with a variety of people, thinking creatively, and solving problems quickly, all in a fun, professional environment.

Each of the Western Washington University Athletic internships requires interns to attend all sporting events throughout the year. This internship is designed for the 2012/2013 academic school year starting September 2012 and ending in June 2013. This internship opportunity varies significantly in areas of responsibility and is further outlined below. This year we are looking at hiring a Jr. Viking/Community Outreach Intern and Game Day Sports/Event Photography Intern.

If you are currently a Western student with initiative, dedication, a strong work ethic, and a sincere interest in Western Washington University Athletics, then you are encouraged to submit a resume to Katie Rothenberg at Western Washington University Athletics office, Carver gym 101, 516 High Street, Bellingham WA 98225-9066.

For more information please contact Katie Rothenberg at 650-4314 or at katie.rothenberg@wwu.edu. Jr. Viking/Community Outreach Intern (paid)

Details of Position

This is a three quarter position with a heavy focus in the Fall and Winter quarters. This position works about 10-12 hours a week. Game Days are on average four hours of work time. Office hours will vary on what work needs to be done or if you are asked to come in. The position holder may be asked to work more or less hours then previously listed depending on needs in the office or during busy game day weeks. It is a paid internship with a set paycheck every two weeks.

Primary responsibilities for Western Washington University Junior Viking Intern include:

Contribute as an active WWU Athletics Intern team member by:

Actively help with the promotions team during time outs and half time.

Assist with pre-game organizing of items needed for the promotions used in that game.

Assist with post game clean up responsibilities with promotional items and other areas as instructed.

Ability to help other interns with their specific jobs during games and office hours.

Ability to self-motivate and being friendly in a close work environment

Ball Kid Program:

Organize Ball Kid forms that you receive in the mail.

Contact Ball Kids for games a few days in advance of games.

Deliver Ball Kid forms to various elementary schools/middle schools.

Interact with Ball Kids during games.

Must have at least one Ball Kid/Bat Kid for every home game unless told otherwise.

Ability to actively interact with coaches, players, cheerleaders and band for various in-game events and activities.

Junior Viking Program:

Track all inventory and mailing for Jr. Vikings Kids Club.

Create/Design Jr. Vikings Newsletter.

Mail Jr. Viking applications to fans that request information.

Availability to work at various weekend camps run by coaches.

Deliver Jr. Viking membership flyers to various elementary schools/middle schools.

Ability to maintain and organize Jr. Viking Hut for game days.

Please submit a cover letter and your resume to Carver 101 Attn: Katie Rothenberg no later than May 4th at 2:30 pm.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Katie at Katie.Rothenberg@wwu.edu Phone: 650-4314

Game Day Sports/Event Photography Intern (paid)

Details of Position

This is a three quarter or a full academic year position. It is paid per event; scheduled events will vary throughout the year. Must have ability to manage and organize photos which will then be used for the athletics website, flyers, newsletters, etc. Must also be available or have flexible hours during the week and throughout the year. This position requires that one must be comfortable in a fast moving environment and work place. An enthusiasm for athletics is encouraged. The position holder must also be able to work independently during games. A physical portfolio of previous works is required and must be turned in with cover letter and resume.

Please submit a cover letter and your resume to Carver 100 Attn: Katie Rothenberg no later than May 4th at 2:30 pm.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Katie at katie.rothenberg@wwu.edu Phone: 360-650-4314

Athletic Mascot (Victor-E-Viking) (paid)

Details of Position

This is a three quarter or academic year position. It is paid per event; scheduled events will vary throughout the year. This position requires an extremely energetic, friendly person with strong communication skills and the ability to interact with others (fans, children, parents, etc.). This position also requires the ability to analyze and interpret common social expressions and people's needs or wants relating to the mascot. A flexible schedule is very important due to the fact that hours during events will vary. There is a focus in Fall and Winter Quarters because that is when Volleyball and Men's/Women's Basketball play. Being physically fit, active and athletic is important because of the weight of the suits and possible long durations that you will be in the suit. This position entails being both/either Victor-E-Viking (the main mascot) and Thor, the Jr. Viking Mascot (the large inflatable suit) depending on the event. Interest in Western Athletics is highly encouraged due to the fact that this position requires you to be a face and representative our Western Athletics and we want your enthusiasm/energy to be coming from your enjoyment of the games, not just because you're getting paid.

Please submit a cover letter and your resume to Carver 100 Attn: Katie Rothenberg no later than May 4th at 2:30 pm.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Katie at katie.rothenberg@wwu.edu Phone: 360-650-4314