Community Impact Intern

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The Indianapolis Colts CI Intern will provide administrative and logistical support for the development and execution of all day-to-day operations. This position aims to enhance the team’s presence within the community and support the organization’s overall mission: To Entertain, Inspire and Unite by Winning the Right Way. The CI team is committed to improving the lives of our fellow Hoosiers by building a healthy, inclusive and compassionate community through meaningful outreach, projects and partnerships. 

The CI Intern’s responsibilities will cross over into all areas of the Colts commercial operations, and will be expected to perform their duties collaboratively, as assigned by Colts business heads throughout the pre-season and during the football season.

HIRING MANAGER

Community Impact Manager

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The CI Intern’s responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Work with Community Impact Manager to assist with the planning and execution of NFL Initiatives such as: Crucial Catch, Salute to Service, Inspire Change, etc.
• Assist with the planning, promotion and execution of community events and player appearances, particularly Community Tuesday events
• Assist with overall strategic development, content capturing, and daily updates to social media accounts highlighting community, team and player efforts
• Fulfill all charitable donations (in-kind and financial) through the Community Impact donation request program
• Assist with community game day operations including but not limited to: 50/50 Raffle Program, Community Ticket Block, Special Consideration visits, and special events
• Submit and track department requests for mascot and cheer appearances, graphic design requests, and photo/video needs
• Manage, track, and maintain inventory of all Community Impact storage areas
• Manage day-to-day communication including all Colts Community e-mail requests, phone calls, mail and special requests
• Track media coverage and associated value for each community event
• Assist with maintaining and updating department Salesforce CRM by inputting data, organizing records, and ensuring accurate, up-to-date information
• Write and submit updates and content for the community sections of Colts.com website, gameday Scout program, in-game promotional videos, etc.
• Work with other internal departments on various special projects throughout the season including, but not limited to Football Development camps and clinics, Kicking The Stigma programming and events, Training Camp, Junior Cheer, Colts in Motion, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a graduation date by May 2026
• Legally authorized to work full-time in the United States for the duration of the internship
• Relocate to or live within driving distance of the greater Indianapolis area for the duration of the internship
• Experience working in live events or in venue operations preferred
• Detail-oriented and organized; flexible with the ability to multi-task
• Highly motivated and passionate about working in sports/community, takes initiative and is a self-starter
• Experienced in social media and digital marketing
• Excellent communicator with strong written and verbal communication, customer service and computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Prior experience with Salesforce a plus
• Strong ability to work independently or collaboratively
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 40 pounds
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a company vehicle, comfortable driving a box truck
• Available to work days, nights, weekends and holidays

Responsibilities and qualifications may change at any time with or without notice.

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.