Sport & Recreation Management

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1 Sport & Recreation Management NEWSLETTER EXPERIENCES MAKE THE GRADE Volume 2, Issue 7 February 20, 2012 Helpful Information Contact Professor Nancy Olson for more information onancy@nova.edu (954) Call or to arrange a meeting SPT NIGHT Check out the happy group above as they celebrate a night of fun and a NSU Men s Basketball Team victory over the visiting Sailfish of Palm Beach Atlantic. Over 30 people showed up for the first SPT Night plus we had four of our own on the court! The guests included current students, alums and representatives from sports organizations looking for interns. Thanks to Dr. Fountain and Dr. Finley for supplying the pizza and soft drinks. Thanks to Francisco and Jennifer for suggesting the event. More pictures inside! OPPORTUNITIES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS BEST TIME OF YEAR SPRING! It s that time of year when we enjoy a Spring Break and the opening of Spring Training. Florida is home of the Grapefruit League. Check out a game during the break. Jupiter is home of the Marlins and the World Champion St. Louis Cardinals. Consider attending the Baseball Industry Network Grapefruit League Meet-Up in Bradenton on March 4th. Professor Olson will be in attendance along with others with baseball experience. Contact her for more information or follow this link: Bifla0304.eventbrite.com/ Special points of interest: SPT 2950 Practicum: Requires a minimum of 75 hours of experience for 3 credit hours. SPT 4951 Internship: Requires 150 hours of experience for 6 credit hours. SPT 4950 Internship: Requires 300 hours of experience for 12 credit hours. Volunteer Assignments: Take advantage of opportunities to enhance your resume. Employers value your community involvement! Reminder to all students doing a practicum or internship SEND YOUR LOG VIA BLACKBOARD TO PROFESSOR OLSON EACH MONDAY!

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4 DEPARTMENT: Full Time/ Part Time Intern(s) Marketing / Promotions WHERE: DESCRIPTION: SKILLS: STARTING DATE & HOURS: TO APPLY: The Homestead-Miami Speedway (HMS) is one of America s premier motorsports facilities. The Speedway hosts two of the world s largest motorsports events: The Grand Prix of Miami Grand-AM Rolex Sports Car Series Race and Ford Championship Weekend- the NASCAR Championships. Assist the Corporate Partnership Team with extensive activities to include but not limited to advancing the goals and objectives of the Corporate Partnerships Department in preparation for Homestead-Miami s two event weekends. Interns will be integrated and educated about sponsorships and corporate hospitality and expected to make a contribution in the areas of business to business relationships, lead generation, business development, sales, proposal writing, and customer service. Intern will work closely with the Corporate Partnerships Team to execute programs that are geared toward meeting the goals of Homestead-Miami Speedway and expanding the knowledge and business skills of the intern. Marketing, Business Administration, Sports Administration or Sports Management majors preferred. Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills are required. Graphics skills a plus. Knowledge of the automotive and motorsports industries a plus. Ideal candidate will be professional, timely, organized, detail orientated, dependable, and willing to learn. Bilingual candidates a plus. One position available during the Summer (May-August) and one position available during the Fall semester (September-December). Interns will be required to work some nights and weekends and must be available during the major events. Gain valuable experience, and receive college credit. Mail / fax / or resume to: Sandy Sarbadhikari Senior Manager, Corporate Partnerships Homestead-Miami Speedway One Speedway Boulevard Homestead, FL Office: Fax: ssarbadhikari@homesteadmiamispeedway.com Check List: Excellent communication skills. Outgoing, assertive and confident personality. The ability to attend networking events and work nontraditional hours on occasion. Able to lift 50 lbs. Start Date: Completion Date:

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