What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hourly Pooled - Event Management Intern, Game Management position at UW Candidate Experience?
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JOB TITLE:
Event Management Intern
JOB PURPOSE:
- Gain experience in event management of all 17 Wyoming athletic sports.
- Build knowledge of proper methods in maintaining different athletic facilities.
- Gain experience in dealing with a variety of constituents involved in athletics and expanding professional network.
- Learn the daily, weekly, and monthly tasks involved in operating athletic facilities and producing events.
- Develop experience in multitasking, working in stressful environments, and making quick decisions.
PLEASE NOTE THIS POSITION WON'T BEGIN UNTIL AUGUST 2026
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with setup/breakdown of playing surface, press area, and spectator sections.
- Help serve as liaison to visiting teams, officials, and other guest to athletic events.
- Assist with Landmark event staff administering credential checks and monitoring crowd control.
- Staff will have the opportunity to work other events including: Football State High School Championships, athletic camps, concerts, private rental events, etc.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be a full time student enrolled at the University of Wyoming
- Must be able to work most athletic events (soccer, volleyball, basketball, tennis, track & field, wrestling, etc.) and ALL football games
- Some manual labor required: lifting, walking up stairs & ramps, standing for periods of time and dealing with various weather conditions during outdoor events with or without reasonable accommodations
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Pay attention to detail.
- Ability to follow directions
- Ability to work as a team member
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter and resume.
WORK LOCATION:
On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.
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HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
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