What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern/Seasonal Event Operations & Special Projects Coordinator position at Drum Corps International?
Drum Corps International (DCI) has developed into a powerful, nonprofit, global youth activity with far-reaching artistic, educational and organizational influence. Through the annual DCI Tour and World Championships, Drum Corps International provides entertainment to millions through live performances and nationally broadcast events. Drum Corps International is Marching Music’s Major League™.
Position Title
Intern/Seasonal Event Operations & Special Projects Coordinator
Location
Indianapolis, IN
Duration: May 1 – September 1
Be part of the action as a member of the fast-paced Drum Corps International Events Team! Learn how DCI creates 40 large-scale Premier Events throughout the country from pre-event preparation through all aspects of successfully executing major events. Some travel is involved.
Role Responsibilities
● Assist with the final operational details of the DCI Summer Tour and week-long World Championship events, playing a role in bringing our largest events to life
● Prepare event and on-site materials for corps and staff
● Experience cross-training between other departments (Ticketing, Business Development, Marketing, etc.) to obtain a
“big-picture view” of the role they play in events
“big-picture view” of the role they play in events
● Provide administrative support to INpact and BANDtastic! programming, impacting and creating life-changing
experiences for participants in these middle school band programs.
experiences for participants in these middle school band programs.
● Play an on-site role in the execution of DCI World Championships and other Midwest based DCI Operated events.
Required Skills/Qualifications
● Currently enrolled in undergraduate courses in event management and/or hospitality related field (second year or
higher preferred)
higher preferred)
● Able to handle stressful situations on site with tact and professionalism
● Must be detail oriented and a self-starter
● Excellent time management - able to meet deadlines on a daily basis
● Proficiency with all Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, etc)
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Frequently required to stand.
- Frequently required to walk
- Frequently required to sit.
- Continually required to utilize
- hand and finger dexterity.
- Occasionally required to climb,
- balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
- Continually required to talk or hear.
- Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision; distance vision; peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The Perks
● Paid travel to select DCI events across the United States.
● Access to all levels of the team.
● All-access pass to the Drum Corps International Tour.
Special Information
● This is a paid Seasonal position. (See Learning Objectives for Internship Requirements)
● Candidate will be required to have a clear background check for the position. This background check will be provided
at DCI expense.
at DCI expense.
● Candidate will be required to take the DCI Safety Training course also provided at DCI expense.
● Candidate will be responsible for their travel to Indianapolis and housing if they are not local.
● Candidate will be responsible for transportation to and from the office and airport (if applicable).
● DCI will provide a laptop for use during the duration of the program
Drum Corps International is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.