Harvard University's Department of Athletics has the largest Division I Athletics program in the country with 41 Varsity sports, soon to be 42 with the addition of women's rugby. More athletes than any other school in the country! We offer a fun, team-oriented department. You will have access to a wide range of educational offerings, including world-class museums, tuition assistance, and professional development opportunities. Our benefits package is superior and includes resources for work/life balance. We strive to reflect the diversity of the community we serve.
Coaching & administrative staff open positions:
Please visit Harvard's employment web site for job descriptions. To submit your application, search either for "Athletics" positions or by requisition number: http://www.employment.harvard.edu/
PAID INTERNSHIPS
2013 - 2014 Internship Program
The Athletics Department anticipates internship opportunities in the following areas: Athletic Communications; Marketing; Events & Operations; Ticket Office; Multimedia; Cross Country/Track & Field and Compliance.
SCHEDULE: Start dates will typically be in late July or early August 2013. We expect that you will be able to commit to working for 10 months. You will generally work 40 hours per week. Evening and weekend work will be required. Your schedule may vary to accommodate evening and weekend work. There may be times when you will work in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain).
WHAT WE OFFER: Paid interns are compensated at $10 per hour. Volunteer internships are not paid. Harvard offers variety – we have 41 varsity programs, soon to be 42 with the addition of women's rugby, and a numbers of junior varsity programs. The Athletics Department has team spirit and fun activities. We also run an intern professional development program that helps gets your career in sports management off to a good start, gives you a chance to get career advice from coaches and athletic administrators, and discusses topics such as managing your career. Cambridge is a multi-cultural city with exceptional diversity. And Boston is the undisputed hub of college and university life. Also, you will get free use of our athletic facilities, including our Olympic-sized pool; fitness center; and indoor tennis courts.
SPECIAL NOTE: You MUST be enrolled in a degree-granting program with an accredited college or university that requires an internship as part of the degree process. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and computer skills are required. Please do not send a resume if you cannot meet this requirement.
HOW TO APPLY: Please see below for position descriptions, requirements and application information. Due to the volume of resumes received, we regret that we may be unable to respond personally to those candidates not selected for an interview or respond to phone calls.
We strive to reflect the diversity of the community we serve.
Marketing
Internship
The Harvard University Department of Athletics is
currently accepting applications for two 7-month interns in
Athletic Marketing and Promotions. The interns will report directly
to the Marketing Manager. Responsibilities include: assisting in
the development and implementation of marketing plans; creating and
executing promotions for all 41 Varsity programs, soon to be 42
with the addition of women's rugby,especially concentrated on
football, men’s and women’s hockey, men’s and
women’s basketball and men’s lacrosse; increasing
attendance through group sales initiatives; in particular managing
youth team programs. Day-to-day duties include, but are not limited
to: updating marketing content on the website; game-day planning;
writing scripts; set up/ breakdown of promotions; distribution of
marketing collateral throughout the University and in the Boston
area; actively participating in digital advertising and promotion
strategies; fulfilling sponsorship commitments, building community
relations, and growing marketing databases. The individuals
will also be involved with marketing and working with various
student groups to enhance the game day experience for all varsity
sports programs. Other responsibilities include overseeing the
Crimson Kids Club, supervising student assistants, and soliciting
group ticket sales and program advertising sales.
Highly motivated individuals are desired with excellent communication and interpersonal skills required. Previous experience in promotions, marketing, and event management is highly beneficial. Proficiency in Adobe Indesign and Adobe Photoshop is required. Familiarity with multimedia technology, such as computer and video management is preferred. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current references to Andrew Vatistas, Marketing Manager at avatistas@fas.harvard.edu. The anticipated start date is approximately August 19, 2013 with an anticipated end date of March 24, 2014.
Athletic
Communications Internships
The Harvard University Department of Athletics is
currently accepting applications for two (2) 10-month
internships in Athletic Communications. The interns will report
directly to the Director of Athletic Communications and will assist
the Director and the Assistant Directors of Athletic Communications
with coverage of the university's 41-sport varsity athletics
program, soon to be 42 with the addition of women's rugby. They
will work directly with selected teams to effectively promote and
publicize the department of athletics through campus, local and
national media outlets. The interns will also serve as writers and
editors for the department's website as well as for game programs
and other printed pieces. They will gain hands-on experience at a
number of athletic events. Applicants should have a background in
an athletic communications or sports information setting and should
have basic experience with Stat Crew in-game statistical programs.
Experience shooting and editing video is preferred.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current references to Brett Moore, Assistant Director of Athletic Communications, Harvard University, 65 N. Harvard Street, Boston, Mass. 02163; brettmoore@fas.harvard.edu
The anticipated start date is August 1, 2013 with an anticipated end date of May 31, 2014.
Compliance
Office Internship
The Harvard University Department of Athletics is
currently accepting applications for a 9-month internship in the
Athletics Compliance Department. The compliance office intern will
report to the Director of Compliance. The compliance office is
responsible for overseeing the compliance program for 41 Division I
varsity sports, soon to be 42 with the addition of women's rugby.
The internship is designed to expose the individual to all aspects
of NCAA compliance operations and to help the individual develop
the skills necessary to a successful career in intercollegiate
athletics.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and the names of three current references to Shanna Kornachuk, Director of Compliance via email at dharules@fas.harvard.edu. Candidates may also email their applications to Shanna Kornachuk, Director of Compliance, Harvard University, 65 North Harvard Street, Boston, MA 02163 as well. The starting date for this internship is approximately August 8, 2013 and ends on approximately May 25, 2014.
Events &
Operations Internships
The Harvard University Department of Athletics is
accepting applications for two 10-month internships in Athletic
Events. The interns will report directly to the Manager of Athletic
Events. They will be given the opportunity to learn from qualified
professionals in the areas of event, facility, and personnel
management. The interns will assist the Manager of Athletic Events
and the Assistant Director of Athletics with logistical
arrangements for all intercollegiate contests and
non-intercollegiate events. They will learn to manage each facet of
an intercollegiate event, from supervising game day event crews to
working with visiting teams and officials. In addition, the interns
will be able to assist with field and facility scheduling, payment
of officials, and the coordination of intercollegiate contest
contracts. The Athletic Events Interns will also gain valuable
knowledge of field and facility maintenance and preparation and
budgetary procedures.
To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current references to Luke Walczewski, Assistant Director of Athletics, Harvard University, 65 North Harvard Street, Boston, Mass. 02163; lwalczew@fas.harvard.edu . The anticipated start date is approximately August 9, 2013 with an anticipated end date of June 8, 2014.
Athletic
Equipment Operations Intern
The Harvard University Department of Athletics is
currently accepting applications for a 10-month internship in the
Athletic Equipment Room. The Athletic Equipment Intern will report
directly to the Head and Associate Athletic Equipment
Managers. He or she will be exposed to all aspects of the
athletic equipment management as it pertains to all 41 varsity
sports, soon to be 42 with the addition of women's
rugby, offered at Harvard. The internship will provide the
individual an opportunity to learn and develop skills in areas of:
order and purchase, budget; inventory control which entails a Web
based student and item tracking system. The intern will manage
select teams as designated by the Head Equipment Manager and also
maintain daily operations within the room. The intern will work
directly with coaches, student athletes and administrators on a
daily basis to help fulfill the needs requested. This will allow
the individual to gain a greater understanding of College Athletics
and Equipment Management as a whole.
The successful candidate must be enrolled in a degree-granting program with an accredited college or university that requires an internship as a requirement of the degree process. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and computer skills are required. Must have a valid state issue driver’s license.
Interested candidates should send a letter of application, resume, and the names of three current references to Alex Ferguson, Head Equipment Manager, Harvard University, Murr Center, 65 North Harvard Street, Boston, MA 02163; afergus@fas.harvard.edu. No phone calls please. The starting date for this internship is July15th, 2013 and ends on May15th, 2014.
Multimedia
Internship
The Harvard University Department of Athletics is currently
accepting applications for a 10-month internship in Athletics
Multimedia. The intern will report directly to the Director of
Multimedia and Production, and assist with coverage of the
university's 41-sport varsity athletics program, soon to be 42
with the addition of women's rugby.
The intern will work as part of the game-day video production team, operating technical equipment to produce and broadcast the video board show and online stream during Harvard athletics events. After appropriate training, the intern will take on the role of Director/Producer at some games, with responsibility over all video and audio elements of the game, and a game-day leadership role over 10-15 game-day video production assistants.
The intern will work in collaboration with the communications and marketing teams, creating broadcast timing sheets and scripts and any required pre-production material. Additionally, the intern will work on post-production video editing projects, creating original content for the GoCrimson.com website, video board shows and online streams.
The intern will gain hands-on experience in game-day productions, non-linear video editing, graphic design and broadcast engineering. Applicants should have a background in video editing and production and should have experience with Adobe Premier and After Effects, or Apple Final Cut and Motion.
The anticipated start date is July 1, 2013 with an anticipated end date of May 1, 2014. The start date for this position is flexible, but will be in July 2013.
Do not apply for this position unless you need, or can obtain through your school, credit towards completion of a degree and can commit to the full 10-month time frame.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current references to: Imry Halevi, Director of Multimedia and Production, Harvard University, 65 North Harvard Street, Boston, Mass. 02163; ihalevi@fas.harvard.edu.
Recreation
You will have an opportunity to learn from
experienced professionals in the areas of recreation, aquatics,
intramural sports, club sports and facility management. You will
assist in organizing and planning recreational programming,
managing the recreation facilities and also providing facility
oversight on select nights and weekends. Responsibilities also
include working at the Murr Center front desk, distributing mail,
updating facility recreation boards, and keeping the recreation
website up to date. You will also assist the Membership
Director with recreational membership sales and inquiries. During
the internship you will also work on a large project. You
will plan, coordinate, and budget the majority of the Winter
Session program recreation events. You should be highly
motivated, detail-oriented and have excellent communication and
interpersonal skills. Experience working in recreation,
intramurals, club sports, aquatics and/or fitness is a plus.
Familiarity with Google Calendar and basic web editing preferred
but not required.
You will start on August 12, 2013 with an anticipated end date of June 13, 2014. Dates are slightly flexible, but we expect that you will be able to commit to working for 10 months. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current references to: Casey Blodget, Club Sports Coordinator, Harvard University, 65 North Harvard Street, Boston, Mass. 02163; caseyblodget@fas.harvard.edu
VOLUNTEER & ACADEMIC INTERNSHIPS (2013 and
beyond)
SCHEDULE: Dates and
specific schedules will vary according to the needs of the program.
WHAT WE OFFER: Volunteer internships are not paid, but we do offer numerous advantages and perks. Harvard offers variety – we have 41 varsity programs, soon to be 42 with the addition of women's rugby, and a numbers of junior varsity programs. The Athletics Department has team spirit and fun activities. We also run an intern professional development program that helps gets your career in sports management off to a good start, gives you a chance to get career advice from coaches and athletic administrators, and discusses topics such as managing your career. Cambridge is a multi-cultural city with exceptional diversity. And Boston is the undisputed hub of college and university life, so you will have a chance to meet and network with many people in higher education. Also, you will get free use of our athletic facilities, including our Olympic-sized pool; fitness center; and indoor tennis courts.
SPECIAL NOTE: You MUST be enrolled in a degree-granting program with an accredited college or university that requires an internship as part of the degree process. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and computer skills are required. Please do not send a resume if you cannot meet this requirement.
HOW TO APPLY: Please see below for position descriptions, requirements and specific application information. Due to the volume of resumes received, we regret that we may be unable to respond personally to those candidates not selected for an interview or respond to phone calls.
We strive to reflect the diversity of the community we serve.
Volunteer
Athletic Communications Internship
The interns will report directly to the Director
of Athletic Communications. The interns will assist the Director of
Athletic Communications and the Assistant Directors of Athletic
Communications with coverage of the university's
41-sport varsity athletics
program, soon to be 42 with the addition of women's
rugby. The interns will also serve as writers and editors
for the department's website as well as for game programs and other
printed pieces. The interns will be involved in the record book and
other historical archiving projects. They will gain hands-on
experience using Adobe Photoshop, Adobe In Design, Stat crew and
the Automated Scorebook. The interns will be expected to assist the
Athletic Communications staff at a number of athletic events during
their tenure. Applicants should have a background in an athletic
communications or sports information setting and should have basic
experience with Stat Crew in-game statistical programs.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Jeff Selesnick, Harvard University, 65 N. Harvard Street, Boston, Mass. 02163; jselesn@fas.harvard.edu.
Interns will be required to work a minimum of 20 hours a week. Opportunities are available for the fall and winter semesters as well as January and summer breaks.
Volunteer
Internships (3-5) - Multimedia/ Video
The Harvard University Department of Athletics is
currently accepting applications for semester-long and year-long
part-time internships in Athletics Multimedia. The interns will
report directly to the Director of Multimedia and Production, and
assist with coverage of the university's 41-sport varsity athletics
program, soon to be 42 with the addition of women's
rugby.
The interns will work as part of the game-day video production team, operating technical equipment to produce and broadcast the video board show and online stream during Harvard athletics events. Equipment used will be broadcast video switcher, slow-motion instant replay machine, audio mixer, broadcast HD cameras and on-screen broadcast graphics equipment. All interns will receive technical training, and will have the opportunity to use all the equipment listed above, on a rotating basis.
The interns will gain hands-on experience in video productions, game-day productions and sports broadcasting. Applicants should have a passion for, and knowledge of, college sports. Experience with video production is appreciated, but not required.
Successful candidates must be enrolled in a degree-granting program with an accredited college or university. Interns will work an average of 6-12 hours per week, mostly in evenings and on weekends, depending on the Harvard game schedule.
The internship will take place on the Harvard University Athletics campus in Boston, and will involve working Harvard Athletics events as well as other sporting events taking place at Harvard. Employment opportunities are available in the spring, summer and fall, and may continue through several semesters.
This is an un-paid internship. Candidates who qualify for Federal Work-Study may use their work-study funds for this position.
Resumes will be reviewed, and candidates will be hired, on a rolling basis beginning in spring 2013. The internship may continue into the 2013-14 academic season, if both Harvard Athletics and the intern express an interest.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Imry Halevi, Director of Multimedia and Production, Harvard University, 65 North Harvard Street, Boston, Mass. 02163; ihalevi@fas.harvard.edu.
Volunteer
Internships - Cross Country/ Track & Field
The program is seeking candidates with relevant
experience to assist with database management, website upkeep,
press releases, historical data analysis, recruiting, social media
and networking, marketing, travel coordination, management, travel
services and hospitality, promotions and event operations.
You will report directly to the Assistant Coach for Track and Field
and Cross Country.
If interested, send a cover letter, resume, and the names of three appropriate references to Andrew Dubs, Assistant Coach, Harvard University, 65 North Harvard Street, Boston, Mass. 02163 at andrewdubs@fas.harvard.edu.
Volunteer
Internships (2-3) - Marketing and Promotions
This position will provide you with valuable
experience in Division I sports marketing and special event
planning. You will support daily office operations associated
with sponsorship sales, ticket sales promotions, branding and
multimedia projects. Responsibilities also include managing
promotional campaigns, fulfillment of ticket orders, game-day set
up/ breakdown, and execution of in-game promotions for all 41, soon
to be 42 with the addition of women's rugby, Varsity programs,
especially concentrated on football, men's and women's ice hockey,
men's and women's basketball and men's lacrosse. You will
also be responsible for promoting Harvard Athletics on campus and
in the community, and will report directly to the Marketing
Manager.
Ideally, you will have experience in ClickEffects, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and multimedia technology.
If interested, please contact Sue Byrne, Associate Director of Athletics, Harvard University, 65 North Harvard Street, Boston, Mass. 02163; sbyrne@fas.harvard.edu.
Volunteer
Internship - Marketing, Game Day Promotions
You will gain valuable experience in Division I
sports promotions and will report directly to the Marketing
Manager. This position supports the athletic marketing staff
with game-day set up/ breakdown and execution of in-game and
halftime promotions for all 41, soon to be 42 with the addition of
women's rugby, Varsity programs, especially concentrated on
football, men's and women's ice hockey, men's and women's
basketball and men's lacrosse. You are responsible for
increasing the awareness of Harvard Athletics through the
distribution of marketing collateral throughout the University
campus and in the Boston area.
Mostly weekend and evening hours are required. Candidates must be professional and reliable and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
If interested, please contact Sue Byrne, Associate Director of Athletics, Harvard University, 65 North Harvard Street, Boston, Mass. 02163; sbyrne@fas.harvard.edu.
Volunteer
Internship (1-2) - Graphic Design and Multimedia
This volunteer/unpaid position will provide you
with valuable experience in Division I sports marketing and will
report directly to the Marketing Manager. You will be
responsible for supporting the marketing staff through the
creation, publication, maintenance and coordination of marketing
collateral materials. Additional responsibilities include creating
static graphics for the football/lacrosse and hockey video boards,
developing visual content for the website, executing promotional
campaigns and increasing the awareness of Harvard Athletics through
the distribution of marketing materials. You will also have
multimedia responsibilities, which include coordinating streaming,
website content, TV, social networking and new technologies.
Previous experience is print and publication design is strongly preferred. Experience in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop is required. Online advertising and html experience is preferred.
If interested, please contact Sue Byrne, Associate Director of Athletics, Harvard University, 65 North Harvard Street, Boston, Mass. 02163; sbyrne@fas.harvard.edu .
Volunteer
Internships (2-3) - Ticket Office
As a Harvard Athletic Ticket Office intern, you
will work under the direction of the Ticket Manager and Ticket
Office Staff Assistants while learning all different aspects of a
collegiate Ticket Office. As an intern you will have the
flexibility to continue your classwork while gaining experience in
ticket operations for events such as Football, Hockey, Basketball,
and Men’s Lacrosse. Your primary duties will include
answering the incoming ticket line, processing daily and season
ticket sales, fulfilling ticket orders, and providing high quality
customer service over the phone and during athletic events.
You will learn to use the AudienceView Ticketing Software, and
assist with the preparation of games including sales windows, and
Will Call for fans, players and coaches tickets.
There is a 25+ hour per week commitment and you must be available for all Harvard Football home games. Interested applicants can submit a resume and cover letter to: Lauren Smith, Harvard University, 65 N. Harvard Street, Boston, Mass. 02163: lsmith@fas.harvard.edu
Temporary / Part time open positions:
Editor -
Harvard Football Game Day Magazine
The Department of Athletics seeks a part-time assistance for 10
weeks during the football season to serve as the main editor/
project coordinator for it's football game day magazine. Duties
include, but are not limited to, writing/ editing content and
coordinating layout for a large-scale game day program. Experience
with InDesign, Photoshop and other design programs is essential.
Interested candidates should contact Tim Williamson at twilliam@fas.harvard.edu.
Play-by-Play
Announcers -
The Department of Athletics seeks Play-by-Play Announcers for
varsity athletic events throughout the year. Demonstrated knowledge
of specific sports as well as professionalism and reliability are
required. Must be available on weekends and evenings. If
interested, please contact Tim Williamson at twilliam@fas.harvard.edu.
Public Address
Announcers (Backup for Varsity Games) -
The Department of Athletics seeks part-time Public Address
Announcers for varsity athletic events throughout the year. Sports
of basketball and ice hockey are included. Demonstrated knowledge
of these sports as well as professionalism and reliability are
required. Must be available on weekends and evenings. If
interested, please contact Tim Williamson at twilliam@fas.harvard.edu.
Multimedia/
Video
The Department of Athletics seeks part-time and volunteer
assistance throughout the year. Leveraging its website,
GoCrimson.com, and well as auxiliary social media sites, the
department seeks talented and creative talent to bolster its
multimedia and creative video initiatives. Students with experience
in web design, video editing software and camera experience should
contact Imry Halevi at ihalevi@fas.harvard.edu.
Statistics/Writing Staff (Part
time) -
The Department of Athletics seeks part-time Statistics/ Writing
staff to serve as official statisticians, staff assistants,
writers, and media assistants for various sports throughout the
year. Event staff assists in field and facility set-up prior to the
game as well as performing assigned duties assigned by the game
manager. Must be available on weekends and evenings. If interested,
please contact Tim Williamson at twilliam@fas.harvard.edu.
Events
Staff -
The Department of Athletics seeks part-time Events staff to serve
as scorekeepers, public address announcers, ball shaggers and
equipment movers for various sports throughout the year. Event
staff assists in field and facility set-up prior to the game as
well as performing assigned duties assigned by the game manager.
Must be available on weekends and evenings. If interested, please
contact Duane Reeves at dreeves@fas.harvard.edu.
Lifeguards -
The Department of Athletics is accepting applications for
lifeguards to work 17 hours or less per week. Must possess current
certification in the following areas: American Red Cross and/or
equivalent certification in Lifeguard Training, Community First Aid
Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer. If interested, please
contact George Macmasters at macmast@fas.harvard.edu.
Front Desk
Monitors-
The Department of Harvard Athletics is accepting applications for
front desk monitors at the Murr Center. Hours are variable,
with the opportunity to work between 3-17 hours per week.
Duties include, but are not limited to, answering the phone, taking
reservations, greeting and checking members into the gym or courts
and completing transactions. Experience with customer service
and handling money is essential. If interested, please
contact Casey Blodget at caseyblodget@fas.harvard.edu.