Marketing Intern - Women's Hockey & Fan Engagement

Job Details: Job Location: Duluth Entertainment Convention Center

• Duluth, MN, Position Type: Internship, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Marketing, Title Marketing Intern – Women’s Hockey & Fan Engagement Hourly Wage $15.00 Summary/Objective The Marketing Intern will gain hands-on experience in sports marketing, event promotion, social media management, content creation, and live event operations. This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop skills in marketing strategies and execution, while working in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The Women's Hockey Marketing Intern will support the DECC's Marketing Department with a primary focus on promoting women's hockey events, enhancing the fan experience, growing community engagement, and increasing ticket sales and attendance.

Key Responsibilities

Women's Hockey Marketing (Primary Focus) Create and schedule engaging content across DECC social media channels. Develop promotional campaigns highlighting athletes, teams, game-day experiences, and special events. Assist in creating graphics, videos, photography, and written content for digital and print marketing. Support ticket sales initiatives and promotional partnerships.

Collect and analyze social media and attendance metrics to evaluate marketing effectiveness. Capture game-day content including photos, videos, interviews, and fan experiences. Assist with email marketing campaigns and website updates related to hockey events. Community & Fan Engagement Help coordinate youth hockey, women's sports, and community outreach initiatives.

Build relationships with local schools, youth organizations, and hockey associations. Assist in organizing contests, giveaways, and fan engagement activities. Support partnerships designed to grow attendance and awareness of women's hockey. Event Marketing & Operations Assist with event-day execution and promotional activities.

Help manage signage, sponsor activations, and hospitality elements. Support media relations efforts and game-day press needs. Assist with event setup, attendee engagement, and post-event reporting. General Marketing Support Collaborate with the DECC Marketing team and Executive Director on additional venue promotions and special projects.

Attend marketing meetings and contribute creative ideas. Support content development for other DECC events when needed.

Qualifications

Current college student or recent graduate pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Sports Management, Public Relations, Journalism, Digital Media, or Related field. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of major social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, Tik. Tok, LinkedIn, and X.

Basic experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools. Strong organizational and project management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Interest in sports marketing and women's athletics. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends and select game days. Photography and video editing experience preferred.

Skills: Creativity and innovation in marketing Social media management Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills Problem-solving and adaptability Benefits: Gain practical and hands-on experience in marketing. Work in a vibrant and engaging environment. Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced managers. Sports marketing strategy and Marketing Analytics Social media content creation, Digital advertising, Brand Management Event promotion and live event execution Community relations and professional networking within the sports and entertainment industry Schedule This position will work on average 28 hours per week, hours will vary and are dependent on business needs.

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends and select game days. As a temporary paid internship, this position has a finite start and end date. Work Environment The Entertainment Marketing Intern will work in varying spaces based on business needs. It could be an office setting, various venue spaces, indoor or outdoor events.

Noise levels will vary from quiet to extremely loud, and temperatures will vary from very hot and humid, to extremely cold. Physical Demands This position will require someone that is able to stand on their feet for many hours at a time, move quickly to different places based, climb stairs and be in motion. They will need to use their hands frequently, and be able to see, hear, and speak often.

This position will require bending, squatting, and maneuvering. Ability to stand and move throughout large event facilities. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally. Additional Eligibility Requirements Must be 16 years of age or older. Successful completion of contingent pre-employment checks to include background check and successful completion of a drug test, and reference checks, if applicable.

Uniform Business casual Supervisory Responsibilities None Travel Required No Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements The DECC uses USCIS Form I-9 to verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment. On the form, an employee must attest to his or her employment authorization.

The employee is required to present the DECC with acceptable documents evidencing identity and employment authorization at the time of hire. The DECC will examine the employment eligibility and identity document(s). The list of acceptable documents can be provided by Human Resources. At-Will Employment This position is at will.

This means if you are offered the position and accept, your employment with the DECC is for an indefinite period of time and it is subject to termination by you or the DECC, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time. Nothing in this job description or any other policy of the DECC shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way, the at will employment status of this position.

The at-will employment status of an employee of the DECC may be modified only in a written employment agreement with that employee which is signed by the Executive Director or the Chair of the DECC Board of Directors. By your signature below, you acknowledge your understanding that your employment with the DECC is at will, and that nothing in this description is intended to constitute a contract of employment, express or implied.

EEO Statement The DECC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualification, and ability. The DECC does not discriminate in employment practices on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The DECC will follow any state or local law that provides greater protection. This policy is neither exhaustive nor exclusive. The DECC is committed to taking all other actions necessary to ensure equal employment opportunity for persons with disabilities in accordance with the ADA and all other applicable laws. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. FLSA Classification Non-Exempt Type of Position Part-Time, Event-Driven Type of Employment Temporary Department Marketing Reports to: Marketing Manager / Executive Director Benefits: Free parking Employee wellbeing initiatives Monthly bus pass bus reimbursement program Public Employee Retirement Account (PERA) – Pension Plan – with employer match Optional Minnesota Deferred Compensation Plan Free Employee Assistance Program More benefit details here: Benefits HERE Why Join the DECC?

This internship offers a unique opportunity to help grow women's hockey in Northern Minnesota while gaining meaningful experience in sports marketing and live event promotion. You will work alongside experienced marketing professionals and play a direct role in creating memorable experiences for athletes, fans, and the community.

What is the DECC? The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) is a collection of ten venues hosting conventions, meetings, sports, arts, and entertainment right on the waters of Lake Superior in vibrant Canal Park. The DECC offers spectacular views of the Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge and excellent walkability. Steps away from charming Canal Park and Downtown Duluth, guests enjoy shops, restaurants, and easy access to hotels.

The Duluth Lakewalk and Bayfront Festival Park are just outside our doors. Home to Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra, the Minnesota Ballet, UMD Men’s and Women’s Bulldog Hockey, the Olympic gold-winning Duluth Curling Club, and the William A. Irvin floating museum / Duluth Haunted Ship, the DECC is the heart of regional entertainment.

Our commitment to sustainability means that all the events we host bring economic and environmental benefits to our city. Mission: We host events, create experiences, and drive our regional economy. Values: Community Hospitality Excellence Fun The DECC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and interns.

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