Florida Tropics SC is a professional soccer organization that plays both indoor in the Major Arena Soccer League, and outdoors in the USL League Two and WPSL (Women's). The team will play at the highest level of professional indoor soccer and highest level of amateur semi professional outdoor soccer in North America. The team is owned and operated by Central Florida Sports Ventures, LLC headquartered in Lakeland, FL. The executive team managing the club consists of sport management personnel with over 40 years of combined industry experience. The following internship opportunities are available:
2020-21 Florida Tropics Soccer Club Full-Time Opportunities (Lakeland, FL):
Internship & Seasonal Positions:
Community Relations Internship & Seasonal Positions Available
Florida Tropics SC is looking for an intern eager to bridge the gap between our organization and our fan base. The basic outline of duties for this position include community outreach, event planning/setup, as well as community relations on social media.
Further detailed responsibilities include:
- Providing general support to customers at our events
- Provide customers with up to date offers and deals that best suit their needs
- Completing sales transactions
- Learning how to create and develop new event ideas
- Create an enjoyable experience and memorable experience
- Generate, report, and facilitate sales at events
- Build relationships with customers
To apply, email resume, cover letter, and references to bj@tropicssoccer.com
Sales and Marketing Internship & Seasonal Positions Available (Lakeland, FL):
Florida Tropics SC are looking for sales & marketing interns to assist with the teams sales and marketing goals. This internship opportunity will consist of both office and game day experience in sales, marketing, and operations. The sales and marketing intern will report to the Assistant GM, and General Manager. This position will also assist with the day-to-day objectives of the Management group, as well as game day operations. Full time capstone and part time internship opportunities are both available under the following job duties. Easy commute to office from Orlando, Lakeland, or Tampa.
Job Duties to include but not limited to:
- Generate business revenue using sales methods including face-to-face meetings, cold calls, prospecting and networking through both event and social media.
- Assist in the implementation of marketing goals and objectives for both the indoor and outdoor teams.
- Assist in the achievement of organization sales goals for both indoor and outdoor teams.
- Creative thinking’s towards the design of marketing campaigns for both the on and off season
- Assist with game day operations for both indoor and outdoor teams.
- Assist with marketing campaign for the inaugural season of both the indoor and outdoor teams.
- Assist with event series leading up to inaugural season for indoor and outdoor teams.
- Conducting company, competitor, and target market research for both sales and industry marketing
- Assist in creating and managing content for the team website
- Participate in events, promotions, client entertainment and other activities as required.
- Work on Social Media Marketing efforts, including strategies, communication, and growth of Facebook, Twitter, etc.
Qualifications:
- Prior sales and/or marketing experience preferred but not required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills required
- Bilingual skills a plus
- Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Bridge, Dreamweaver) is preferred
- Strong organization and time management skills required
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment required
- Able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Sales and Commission driven
- Experience in the Florida marketplace preferred but not necessary
To apply, email resume, cover letter, and references to bj@tropicssoccer.com
Game Day Operations Internship & Seasonal Positions Available:
Florida Tropics SC Professional Indoor Soccer Team are looking to hire volunteer game day operations interns. The position would allow candidates to gain experience in the sports industry in learning how a team operates on game day. Candidate must be available on game days, and will be asked be able to transport themselves to the arena (the RP Funding Center) or Stadium (Lake Myrtle Sports Complex for outdoor team in summer) at a set time prior to kick off, and work through the game.
Job Requirements (split duties between):
- Assist with team game day sales and marketing promotions
- Assist with team merchandise sales
- Assist with set up of vendor space
- Assist with set up of pre game and player introductions
- Manage team social media on game day
- Assist with stat keeper to record in game stats and update on league website
Qualifications:
- Prior operations and marketing experience preferred but not required
- Prior Sports industry related experience preferred but not required
- Bilingual skills a plus (Spanish Preferred)
- Strong organization and time management skills required
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment required
- Able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
To apply, email resume, cover letter, and references to bj@tropicssoccer.com
Video Production Internship & Seasonal Positions Available:
Florida Tropics SC is looking to hire a Video Production Intern to assist with the teams video and digital content.
Job Responsibilities/Requirements would include:
- Film team videos (events, sponsor interviews, promo commercials, player profiles)
- Edit team videos (all the above, highlights, YouTube content)
- Create new ideas for team videos and digital content
- Assist with game day operations and video content (may include working with ESPN and broadcast networks during game broadcasts on both tv and live stream)
- Ability to work and edit videos with personal computer remotely and in office.
- Ability to work outside of normal work hours which may include holidays or weekends
- Interest in sports industry and soccer preferred but not required
We are looking for someone creative and with the ability to keep a common theme throughout our video content. This job is an internship opportunity for credit or experience with the opportunity for compensation based on the qualifications of the candidate.
To apply, email resume, cover letter, and references to bj@tropicssoccer.com
MASCOT
The Tropics are looking for an enthusiastic individual to sport the team mascot uniform, Dewie, at home games and events. This is a paid position.
Interested candidates should email their resumes to: bj@tropicssoccer.com.