Dalton State College Athletics

The Dalton State Department of Intercollegiate Athletics offers year-long, semester-long, and for-credit internships with an emphasis in various aspects of Athletics Administration to enthusiastic, hard-working, and dedicated individuals. Athletics Interns are provided the opportunity to learn in the areas of Athletic Communications and Game Operations. Below are job descriptions and requirements for positions available. Interns are considered part-time volunteers. Federal Work Study may be available to those on the Dalton State campus. All other internships are unpaid. Those interested should follow application guidelines.
 
Year-long internships will begin around July 1, however, there are transitional periods throughout the year where additional hiring may occur.
 
Semester-long internships will begin at the beginning of each semester and may be extended further at the request of the intern. It is, however, under the discretion of the Assistant Athletic Director as internship coordinator to decide if the request may be met.
 
If your degree path requires or allows you to seek out for-credit internships, we encourage you to fill out an application and express interest in our program. For-credit internships are strictly for academic credit. Applicants are responsible for finding and paying for their own housing and other needs during the term of their internship.
 
Deadline For Applying:    Click Here To Apply

• Year-long: May 15
• Semester-long: Summer: February 15; Fall: May 15; Spring: October 15
• For-Credit: Based on Year-long or Semester-long deadline
• Online Application will stay active past deadline for others wishing to apply early for the next year. If you apply late your application could be reviewed if all positions are not yet filled.

Commitment:

• Year-long: July 1-June 30
• Semester-long: Summer: June 1-July 31; Fall: August 1-December 31; Spring: January 1-May 31
• For-Credit: Based on Year-long or Semester-long commitment

 
Athletics Communications
 
The Athletics Communications branch of the Dalton State Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is responsible for the public relations, marketing, social media, multimedia, and general sports information coverage and needs for 7 varsity athletic teams and the Athletic Department in general. The coverage and needs may include the use of a college issued vehicle.
 
Skills Preferred:

• Intermediate in Adobe CC (Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro)
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office
• Ability to problem solve quickly
• Ability to work independently and within a group setting
• Demonstrated writing and editing skills
• Knowledge of streaming video on the internet
• Understanding of Social Media mediums (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, etc.)
• Basic understanding of marketing techniques

 
Requirements:

• Must be available to work majority of athletic events
• Must be personable, reliable, and have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Knowledge of athletics

 
Duties:

• Engage and create buzz to generate awareness in the local community and on campus through grassroots marketing
• Fulfill in-game sponsorship requirements
• Conceptualize content for athletic posters, schedule cards, brochures, ads, and social media.
• Identifying, implementing, and executing of marketing plans
• Assist in live & post video production
• Assist in camera operation, graphics production, and audio engineering
• Write press releases, competition previews, event notes, recaps, and feature stories
• Website maintenance, including stats, historical information, and coach & student-athlete bios
• Creating & updating stills and motion graphics with industry related software
• Uploading post-game documents to website and send to media outlets, and conference and national office
• Submit weekly athlete-of-the-week nominations to conference office
• Routine social media maintenance and upkeep
• Design, implementation, and management of social media content and campaigns
• Other duties as assigned

 
Game Operations
 
The Game Operations team of the Dalton State Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is responsible for creating a positive game day environment by collaborating with athletic department units, and staff at off-campus facilities used by Dalton State Athletic teams, and by assisting in game day setup and teardown. Materials needed at off-campus facilities may need transport from the Dalton State Campus and may include the use of a college issued vehicle.
 
 
Skills Preferred:

• Ability to work independently and within a group setting
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of athletics
• Must be personable, reliable, and have good communication skills
• Must be able to tolerate changing weather conditions
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds

Requirements:

• Must be available to work majority of athletic events
• Must be personable, reliable, and have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Knowledge of athletics

Duties:

• Assist with setup and teardown at various events throughout the year
• Assist in executing various game day responsibilities
• Work in collaboration with other game operations, athletics communications interns, staff, and personnel at facilities used by Dalton State Athletic teams
• Provide excellent customer service and a positive environment to fans and visiting teams
• Inventory and tracking of athletic materials and equipment
• Team bench maintenance to include water, Powerade, and towels for athletes
• Event scripts printed for PA Announcer
• Timing format sheets printed for teams, officials, and courtside table staff
• Program inserts printed for events
• Other duties as assigned