Job Summary

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Marketing and Promotions department serves as the face of Purdue Athletics for many of our fans and customers, as well as a revenue generator for our Athletics Department. Our commitment is to:

• Provide exceptional customer service to all of our fans and be responsive to their concerns
• Create a fun, interactive, fan-friendly atmosphere at our games that benefits our fans and athletes
• Promote, develop, and implement ideas to generate revenue and grow our fan base
• Try new things
• Embrace technology, fan feedback, new industry initiatives, and best practices
• Provide clear and correct information to our fans
• Only worry about what we can control and maintain a positive outlook and energy regardless of team performance

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Assist the Marketing and Promotions staff in all aspects of daily operations, including game preparation, traditional and email marketing, and general office duties. 
• Assist with promotions, sponsorship activation, giveaways, and event management at a variety of athletic events, including ALL home football games and other sports such as men’s and women’s basketball, soccer, volleyball, wrestling, swimming & diving, tennis, golf, track & field, softball, and baseball.
• Take ownership of assigned sports by developing in-game promotions, organizing halftime performances, creating flyers, and writing public address announcements.
• Organize and implement promotions, distribute marketing materials, assist service department sponsors, and support events beyond athletic competitions.
• Coordinate special projects such as fan days, Boilermaker Kids Club, campus athletic-related events, and community outreach initiatives
• Develop creative marketing strategies to enhance student and international student engagement with athletics.
• This is a PAID internship covering both office and event hours.

Note: This internship requires a minimum of 6-8 hours per week in the office and runs fall 2026 through spring 2027. Interns must work many athletic events including every home football game, so working weekends and nights (some holidays) is also required.

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