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Position: Entertainment Mascot Intern
Department: Entertainment
Reports to: Mascot Coordinator
Status: Intern (Non- Exempt)
Duration: June 2026 – May 2027
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead and execute all Sir Purr programs, including Valentine’s Day Deliveries, EOG School Shows, and the Literacy Program
- Respond to inquiries and manage communication with clients and schools
- Schedule all routes and coordinate logistics for each program
- Communicate event details and expectations with clients
- Draft and manage appearance agreements
- Maintain master schedules for each program to ensure smooth execution
- Track and process payments and budget transfers as needed
- Act as MC all school show events
- Operate and maintain Sir Purr vehicle
Game Day Responsibilities
- Operate as Sir Purr’s handler on game days at scheduled appearances and on-field
- Ensure all props and costumes are prepped
- Ensure mascot van is properly positioned for gameday
Additional Responsibilities
- Assisting in day-to-day functions of game day entertainment, Sir Purr, TopCats, PurrCussion and Black & Blue programs.
- Assisting with special events such as, but not limited to: Training Camp, Draft Party, FanFest, Tree Lighting, and College football.
- Assisting with all entertainment teams on year-round events, programming and appearances
- Assisting with responses to fan inquiries on Sir Purr email
- Researching new opportunities and input in the design of new marketing strategies for department
- Assist with planning and execution of Sir Purr’s social media content
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Must have an interest in sports marketing, data analysis, advertising, and/or fan appreciation programming
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products
- Experience working with Adobe Creative Suite products
- Experience in social media marketing strategies
- Must be flexible to work evenings and/or weekends and all Carolina Panthers and Stadium events, including events held on weekends, nights, and holidays
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must be able to operate company vehicles for transportation to and from local events and Panther appearances
- Must pass pre-employment screens
Essential Functions
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Works well under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude
- Must be a team player, reliable, and dependable
- Must be adaptable while working in a fast-paced, high-demand, and sometimes strenuous environment
- Must maintain complete confidentiality of privileged, and/or sensitive information
- Must, at all times, display the character and values of the Tepper Sports & Entertainment brand
- Must be detail-oriented and able to multi-task while managing time successfully
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive self-starter with the ability to take and follow direction
Physical Requirements
- Standing and walking for extended periods of time
- Sitting and working at desk on a computer
- Lift at least 50 pounds
Work Environment
This job operates mostly in an office environment and outside in a stadium facility (at times which may include inclement weather conditions). Job may require local travel to events and appearances. This position typically works approximately 40 hours per week.
The Carolina Panthers are an equal opportunity at-will employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.