The Hunt Sports Group has created a first-of-its-kind facility located on 117 acres just north of Dallas at the intersection of the Tollway and Main Street in Frisco, Texas. This master development features two major components: a 20,000 seat, state-of-the-art pro stadium immediately adjacent to a sports park with 17 championship-quality sports/soccer fields. Pizza Hut Park will be in use over 300 days per year, showcasing a wide variety of local, regional, national and international programming. Although the primary focus of this facility will be centered around soccer-related events, both at the professional and amateur level, this venue will feature a myriad of events such as major concerts and festivals. FC Dallas is currently looking for interns to help in many different departments. All internships for FC Dallas and Pizza Hut Park are unpaid internships, and must be used to receive college credit from an accredited university. The internships allow the individual to gain valuable experience with a professional organization for their future in the sports, entertainment, marketing, and sales industries. Hours can be flexible to accommodate with your school or work schedule. Some nights and weekends will be required.

Accounting Internship

FC Dallas is currently looking for an intern(s) to help in the Finance department. Although this is an unpaid internship, this position allows the individual to gain valuable experience with a professional organization for their future in the sports or finance industry. Hours can be flexible to accommodate with your school or work schedule. Some nights and weekends will be required.

Responsibilities of the Accounting intern include but are not limited to:
• Code and input invoice
• Assist with Month end close procedures
• Enter Journal Entries, assist with balance sheet reconciliation and financial statements
• Administrative duties to include but are not limited to data entry and filing.

Desired Skills:
• Familiar with Excel, Word, Outlook and other Microsoft programs
• Ability to manage multiple assignments with accuracy and adhere to deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and problem solving ability
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Community Relations Internship

The FC Dallas Foundation is seeking a motivated intern, who is a self starter and who is interested in developing the relationship FC Dallas and Pizza Hut Park has with the surrounding communities.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Managing incoming donation requests and fan mail
• Helping to facilitate the Kicks for Kids programs
• Assisting with game-day initiatives and community programs
• Supporting the Community Relations Director with the implementation of the Foundation, upcoming events and fundraisers
• Manage player appearances
• Database Management
• Execution of Kids Club memberships

Minimum Requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive and work well under pressure
• Detailed-oriented and organized
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Able to multitask and prioritize
• High ethical standards and strong sense of confidentiality
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect the needs of the department or the Foundation

Complex Operations/Legal & Compliance
The complex operations/Legal &Compliance intern will work directly with the Complex Operations Manager to assist with scheduling, organization and coordinating of all events at Pizza Hut Park. This intern position is suitable for candidates that are looking to gain further experience in sports management, legal & compliance, and event operations. Candidates should have an interest and hopefully a background in sports, although not a requirement.

Job Duties:

• Invoicing, billing and updates for all events—providing summaries for all departments on relevant issues & events.
• Keep track of event expenses and working with accounting to make sure all events get closed out accurately and effectively
• Update & maintain schedules
• Develop and maintain all proper documentation & files for events
• Work with grounds crew to determine field needs & rotation schedules
• Implement those rotation and maintenance needs into a master calendar, working with leagues and users to make sure it is done efficiently.
• Developing timelines, itineraries, and checklists prior to events
• Responsible for coordinating with all other departments to ensure that all day of game set-up, giveaways, signage, etc. are met effectively
• Assist with compliance in accreditation and parking for Staff and Volunteers
• Facilitate any visiting team’s needs; oversee all specific requests, working with various departments to facilitate those requests.
• Assist in overseeing insurance requirements, facility license agreements, waivers, etc.
• Assist in compiling terms for new agreements
• Help coordinate, plan, and oversee tournaments & other special events
• Help with business development and development of future events
• Work with legal department to ensure all contracts are termed correctly and executed in a timely manner
• Organize all facility use reports; track data on usage and availability 

Specific Skills Required:

• Understanding of basic fundamental business concepts
• Must be detail-orientated with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a timely and professional manner.
• Provide helpful and courteous customer service to all vendors and guests and have the ability to problem solve as needed.
• Proficiency with all Microsoft word and excel applications.
• Impeccable integrity and professional maturity
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Must be able to work some nights and weekends
• Knowledge about the game of soccer

Facility Event Operations Interns

FC Dallas is seeking an intern to assist the Stadium Event Coordinators in all aspects of event operations, with an emphasis on game day logistics. Game day logistics include locker room set-up, table and chair set-up, and pre-game operations.

• Assist Event Coordinators with game day operations.
• Creation of information packets for visiting teams.
• Facilitate requests made by front office staff.
• Coordinate pre-game events on the field in accordance with MLS rules and regulations.
• Resolve customer service issues or work with supervisors if unable to do so alone.
• Have working knowledge of stadium layout, including location of entry gates, seating sections, restrooms, ATM’s, stadium club, and parking lots.

Physical Requirements

• Stand for long periods of time
• Walk extended distances
• Lift/carry over 50 lbs.
• Reach hands and arms in any direction
• Working Conditions: Indicate the environmental aspects of the job.
• Outdoor weather conditions
• Wet or humid conditions
• Near loud noises

FC Dallas Ticket Operations Intern

The Ticket operations intern will be responsible for assisting the Ticket operations department with day to day duties which include but are not limited to staffing, selling, and providing superior customer service to our fans.

Job Duties include:
• Assist with maintenance of customer database, which includes updating customer contact information and identifying/deleting duplicate accounts
• Help prepare Box Office for game day operations, which will include organizing Will Call and setting up Sales Windows.
• Perform game day duties, which will include operation of Will Call and/or Sales Windows
• Collection and entry of customer data, which will be used as sales leads throughout the 2009 season
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Must be an active college student
• Must receive college credit for participating in our internship program
• Must be able to work some nights and weekends
• Pursuing a degree in Sports Management, or related field
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Knowledge in Excel and Microsoft office

Graphic Design Internship

FC Dallas is looking for a motivated design intern with both creative and technical skills to join the FCD creative department for the Summer Semester. The ideal candidate will have a passion for all things print, work on a Mac and understand the elements of good design. Experience in InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop CS is required. Candidate must be a self-starter with excellent time management and communication skills. The Creative Design intern will be working closely with lead designer, developing projects from concept to completion.

Required Experience:
• Working towards a degree in Graphic Design or related field
• Solid knowledge of the Creative Development process
• Fluent in Adobe CS; Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
• Strong organizational skills
• Detail oriented
• Team oriented

Requirements:
• Must be an active College student
• Must receive College credit for completing internship.
• Average hours will vary from 15-20 hours a week unless otherwise specified by curriculum requirements.

Other Requirements:
• All internships with FC Dallas and Pizza Hut Park are unpaid internships
• This is a great opportunity to develop portfolio
• Majority of hours will be completed off site
• Flexible hours to accommodate school and work schedules

Contract or freelance work is not available.

Send resume and online portfolio address, pdf’s, or jpgs to emartinez@fcdallas.net will not accept resumes without online portfolio, pdf, or jpg samples. Please keep files under 4MB.

Human Resources internship

The HR department for FC Dallas and Pizza Hut Park is looking for a dependable, well organized and trustworthy intern. The HR intern will play a supportive role to the Human Resources department for the soccer club and stadium, and will receive exposure to all facets of the Human Resources Department in a Generalist Capacity. All internships with FC Dallas and Pizza Hut Park are unpaid and must be used to receive college credit.

Job Duties to include:
• Assisting with and coordinates recruitment efforts, which may include attending job fairs
• Administrative duties including but not limited to filing, scanning documents, special projects and data entry
• Conducting pre-screening interviews for applicants, maintain applicant log
• Source on-line applications
• Set up orientation for new interns
• Coordinating Non Profit volunteer concessions activities and scheduling
• Coordinating and assisting with team building and employee activities
• Assisting with college internship program, maintain current postings at universities
• Greeting and assisting Employment office visitors, clients and applicants
• File appropriate documents in employee folders, maintain files, organize files.
• Assist with distribution of payroll checks on a semi-monthly basis.
• Answer the HR Department telephone when necessary, attend meetings
• Assists HR Department with any projects that may arise
• Varied schedule, may require to work weekends

Qualifications:
Ideal HR Intern will be able to work independently, maintain professionalism at all times, be extremely organized, and be able to work in a fast paced environment.
• Pursuing a degree in Human Resources Management or related field
• Must be an active college student receiving college CREDIT
• Must have strong organizational, communication and computer skills
 

FC Dallas Hispanic Business Department Internship

This internship will allow you to gain extraordinary hands on sports business experience by assisting and being a key member of the FC Dallas Hispanic Department under the supervision of their Sr. Director. The assistance include participation and coordination of daily departmental needs including but not limited to: assistance with the administration and logistics for our Hispanic community outreach initiatives such as; festivals, youth community clinics, school assembly visits, in store promotional events, soccer tournaments among others. Fully expected to be active in the execution of our specific Hispanic FC Dallas Game Day Initiatives and ability to attend home games is a must. Furthermore, internship could include duties in supporting with ticket sales, calling prospects creating ticket buy awareness, generation of leads thru multiple registration mechanism and accuracy in database management. Finally, internship responsibilities include assistance with sponsorship fulfillment activities.

Be willing to do general office work and be willing to assist other organization’s departments if available. Candidates should be customer service and goal oriented, well organized, enthusiastic, focused, professional and committed to the growth and success of FC Dallas Hispanic initiatives. Must be fully bilingual in English and Spanish, preferable candidates to have clear cultural understanding and knowledge of the Hispanic market and community.

Marketing Internship

FC Dallas and Pizza Hut Park is looking for a marketing intern to assist the Sales and Marketing departments. The marketing intern will report to the Interactive Services Manager and assist with the day to day objectives of the Marketing department.

Job Duties to include but not limited to:
• Assist in the implementation of marketing goals and objectives
• Support and analyze marketing research relative to marketing campaigns
• Conducts company, competitor and target market research for industry marketing
• Assist in creating and managing content for fcdallas.com, myfcdallas.com and other websites
• Participate in events, promotions, client entertainment and other activities as required.
• Assist the marketing department on game-days to coordinate and implement marketing endeavors such as half time entertainment, in game promotions and other related duties
• Work with Interactive Services Manager and Coordinator on Social Media Marketing efforts, including strategy, communication and growth of facebook, twitter, myspace, etc.

The ideal candidate will have:
• Excellent communication skills
• Outstanding analytical and database management skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and simultaneous projects
• Strong computer skills and technology skills to include Excel, Word, Internet and Social Networking sites
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Must be an active college student
• Must receive college credit for internship with our company

 

Public Relations/Media Relations Internship
The public relations internship is ideal for a college student with an interest in public relations and a knowledge of FC Dallas and Major League Soccer.

Job Duties:
• Assist with FCD Game Day Operations
• Includes Game notes, press box set up, credential process
• Assist media with statistical questions, player interview requests, etc.
• Asssist in writing Press Releases / Develop story lines / Blog posts
• Assist in creating Game Day Roster Handout and other publications FCD Hoops Nation, Enews, PHP Guide, Freekick, etc.
• Assist in coverage of FCD Reserve Team and FCD Youth System / games at PHP
• Assist with providing stories and content for FCD.net. FCD Blog, PHP.com
• Attend and observe FC Dallas practices
• May involve taking photos and shooting video

Qualifications:
• Must be an active college student
• Must receive college credit
• Previous Experience with press releases and game notes
• Must be available to work some nights and weekends for events held at Pizza Hut Park.

All internships with FC Dallas and Pizza Hut Park are unpaid and must be used to receive college credit. We have created a hands on experience for students looking to get experience in the Sports industry. Hours can be flexible to accommodate work and school schedules.

Sports Management Overview Internship

The FC Dallas Sports Management Overview Internship was designed to give college students the opportunity to gain a more accurate understanding of what it takes to work in the sports industry. By working closely with several key departments the sports management overview interns gain firsthand experience in the professional sports industry. Some of these key departments include Facility Event operations, Sponsorship, FC Dallas Foundation and Community Relations, Event Coordinator, Ticket sales, Accounting and Marketing. By spending time with each of these departments the student gets the opportunity to understand how all of these departments work together to benefit one company. This internship is ideal for a student who does not know which direction they would like to pursue with their sports management degree. This internship is designed for college students who require an internship to receive college credit.

Qualifications:
• Pursuing a degree in Sports Management, Business Administration or related field
• Strong communication skills; both verbal and written
• Detail oriented and enthusiastic about working within a sport-related environment
• Creative and outgoing self-starter
• Must be at least junior year status
• Interest in the game of soccer a plus

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These may vary as the student rotates between the different departments.
• Assisting with daily correspondence to FC Dallas and Pizza Hut Park guests
• Delivering superior customer service and exceeding fan expectations
• Researching customer retention strategies or potential marketing strategies
• Administrative office duties including filing, organizing, data entry and mailing
• Assisting in planning and implementing special marketing events and promotions
• Assisting with ticket sales activities and events; including receptions; game day entertainment
• Contribute to brainstorming; planning and implementation of ticket sales plans; idea and proposals
• Assisting with set up and tear down for events including game days and possible concerts.

The Account Executive, Corporate Sales will report to the Director of Corporate Sales, and will be responsible for the development of corporate marketing sponsorships, integrated signage, promotions, electronic media, hospitality, and other marketing resources. This position is responsible for generating and activating new corporate marketing sponsorships for FC Dallas of Major League Soccer and Pizza Hut Park, the 145-acre, multi-purpose sports and entertainment facility located just north of Dallas in Frisco, TX. In addition to Major League Soccer matches, Pizza Hut Park is host to major AEG Live concerts, festivals, international soccer games, and high school football games.

Job Requirements:

• 3 years of Sponsorship Sales experience or Corporate Sales experience in Marketing and Advertising
• Sales advertising experience
• Sports Industry experience preferred

The Hunt Sports Group has created a first-of-its-kind facility - Pizza Hut Park. Located on 117 acres just north of Dallas at the intersection of the Tollway and Main Street in Frisco, Texas. This master development features two major components: a 20,000 seat, state-of-the-art pro stadium immediately adjacent to a sports park with 17 championship-quality sports/soccer fields. Pizza Hut Park will be in use over 300 days per year, showcasing a wide variety of local, regional, national and international programming. Although the primary focus of this facility will be centered on soccer-related events, both at the professional and amateur level, this venue will feature a myriad of events such as major concerts and festivals.

FC Dallas will be looking to fill positions in the following areas:
Housekeeping attendants
Kid Zone attendants
Ticket Takers/Ushers
Security Event Staff
Guest Service Representatives
Box Office Ticket Clerks
Concession Attendants
Cashiers
Suite Attendants
Servers/Waitstaff
Bartenders
Stewards/Dishwashers
Culinary Cooks
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Position: Housekeeper/Custodian
Responsibilities:
Emptying garbage containers
Sweeping Mopping Vacuuming
Replacing/Replenishing supplies and paper products
Scouring toilets and sinks
Handling of refuse - trash or recycle
Keep concourse clean and uncluttered
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Position: Kid Zone Attendant

Responsibilities:

Set up and tear down of large inflatable soccer goal, obstacle course, bounce house and tables and chairs for vendor areas.
Attendants will be responsible for managing their assigned areas to ensure the safety of all fans that enter the Kids Zone
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Position: Ticket Taker/Usher
Responsibilities:
Scan guests' tickets using electronic scanner
Assist guests with finding their seats and/or stadium amenities
Watch for prohibited items to ensure patrons do not enter the stadium with such items
Keep an eye out for inappropriate behavior and take appropriate actions
Resolve customer service issues or work with supervisors if unable to do so alone
Have working knowledge of stadium layout, including location of entry gates, seating sections, restrooms, ATM's, stadium club, and parking lots
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Position: Event Staff Security
Responsibilities:
Bag checking at each gate leading into stadium
Concourse security on inside perimeter of stadium
Outside perimeter security
Field security for players and officials
security in the locker rooms
All access control in around PHP
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Position: Banquet Support Person
Responsibilities: The primary responsibility is to provide the highest quality of service to customers at all times. Assist wait staff with serving food and clearing tables, follow direction through function sheet, floor plan and supervisory direction. Lifting, moving heavy banquet tables, materials and supplies. Use of industrial equipment such as large vacuums or buffers, and use of maintenance tools/equipment may be expected.
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Position: Bartender
Responsibilities: Set up and breakdown work station, slice and peel fruit for garnishing drinks. Ability to check ID for any customer who orders alcohol and looks 30 years or younger. Maintain a clean, neat, and safe work area. Must meet state and local health requirements for food handlers and alcoholic beverage servers
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Position: Wait Staff
Responsibilities: The primary responsibility is to provide the highest quality of service to customers at all times. Present menu, answer questions, make suggestions regarding food and service. Relay order to service bar and food prep area and serve courses to patrons. Carry service tray weighing up to 40 lbs. from kitchen to dining room approx. 16 times per shift. Observe patrons w/sensitivity to their needs and respond. Total bill and accept payment. Clear and re-set tables.
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Position: Suite Attendant
Responsibilities: The primary responsibility is to provide the highest quality of service to customers at all times. Assist wait staff with serving food and clearing tables, follow direction through function sheet, floor plan and supervisory direction. Lifting, moving heavy banquet tables, materials and supplies. Use of industrial equipment such as large vacuums or buffers, and use of maintenance tools/equipment may be expected.

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Position: CookII
Responsibilities: Follow recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, and serving foodstuffs for consumption in eating establishments. Prepares foods by operating a variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients. Tastes products, reads menus, estimates food requirements, check production, and keep records in order to accurately plan production requirements. May - select menus, prepare baked goods, receive inventory, move and lift foodstuffs and supplies, prepare meals for customers requiring special diets, clean and sanitize work stations and equipment.
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Position: Dishwasher
Responsibilities: Requires frequent immersion of hands in water. Carry trash to trash cans. Ability to reach, bend, stoop, wipe, push and pull. Ability to carry items up to 60lbs., up and down stairs up to 500ft about 12 times per shift. Sweep mop, scrub, wipe walls, sinks, and counters.
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Position: Bus Staff
Responsibilities: Carry service trays weighing up to 40lbs. from kitchen to dining room. Observe patrons w/sensitivity to their needs and respond to additional requests. Clear and reset tables. Ability to reach, bend, stoop, wipe, push, pull. Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs during entire shift.
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Position: Concession Stand Supervisor

Responsibilities: Direct and participate in menu item preparation and set up of stand. Inventory all products individually before, during, and after shift and complete administrative ordering and paperwork. Direct work efforts of clean up of stand. Oversee cash handling practices and techniques of stand workers to ensure that company policies are followed. Ability to observe customers for determination whether service of alcohol is appropriate. Must ensure patron's food and beverage order is served quickly and in proper portions.
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Position: Concession Workers (Cashiers)
Responsibilities: Assist and participate in menu item preparation and set up of stand. Inventory all products individually before, during, and after shift and complete administrative ordering and paperwork. Direct work efforts of clean up of stand. Oversee cash handling practices and techniques of stand workers to ensure that company policies are followed. Ability to observe customers for determination whether service of alcohol is appropriate. Must ensure patron's food and beverage order is served quickly and in proper portions.

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Position: Warehouse Runner
Responsibilities: Receive orders, store in proper place, and complete administrative paperwork in accordance with Company standards. Deliver product from warehouse to stand in a timely and efficient manner. Ensure security of all Company assts. Complete delivery/transfer/removal slips on each delivery. Ability to carry 10-30 lbs. occasionally 50 lbs. up and down stairs up to 500 ft.
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Position: Hawkers - In Seat Vending
Responsibilities: Count and verify issued inventory and complete administrative paperwork. Display and sell items, collect payment, and make correct change. Turn in money and/or return unsold merchandise and complete paperwork. Ability to walk up/down stairs and stand entire shift. Ability to push, pull, reach, bend, stoop. Able to carry up to 40lbs. up and down stairs up to 50 times per shift. Able to perform simple addition/subtraction functions. sell merchandise to patrons quickly and efficiently w/a courteous demeanor. Merchandise inventories must correspond w/total cash collected.

This position will be responsible for scheduling, coordinating, executing at least 12 tournaments per year. Responsibilities will also include generating business to hold tournaments in PHP Complex fields.  The Director of Tournaments will report directly to the Executive Vice President.

Job Duties:

• Reserve the complex fields for tournaments; communicate the tournament details to all parties involved.
• Coordinate all supplies needed, signage, and marketing efforts internally and externally for all tournaments under PHP direction.
• Maintain, monitor, and update complex field schedules.
• Solicit potential business for tournaments, e.g., soccer, football, lacrosse within all levels within the education system.
• Create and monitor Complex tournament budget
• Create policies and procedures manual for executing tournaments, follow-through on all legal requirements of participants; certificates of insurance, waivers.
• Assist in developing database of participants to tournament for purposes of sales leads for FCD.
• Assist PHP in coordinating themed tournaments and scheduling activities to maximize involvement in tournaments and FCD Pro Team games.
• Work with Sponsorship to maximize revenue potential.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• College degree in Sports Management/Business or equivilant additional experience
• Five or more years of experience coordinating large sports tournament events.

Ticket Sales Representative

The Ticket Sales Representative is responsible for the development of new business with a specific focus and emphasis on the generation of new tickets sales to individuals and businesses in the Greater Dallas/Ft. Worth area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Proactively solicit and follow-up on any personal sales leads under the guidelines established by supervisors.
• Maintain and be able to produce on a regular basis accurate reports regarding sales, appointments, and account maintenance.
• Participate in events, promotions, client entertainment and other activities as required.
• Provide personal service to clientele, while working closely with the Customer Service department to manage individual accounts
• Create, coordinate and implement effective sales techniques and campaigns in order to obtain revenue goals
• Positively interact with and influence all FC Dallas and Pizza Hut Park personnel
• Promote FC Dallas and Pizza Hut Park through representation in community activities and civic organizations
• Game day responsibilities include assisting with sales initiatives, and/or prospecting clients at the stadium
• Other duties as assigned
 

Position Requirements:
• Strong and detailed follow-up skills both in selling and managing accounts
• Must be self-disciplined, motivated and manage time effectively
• Must be willing to work long hours, flexible schedules and weekends
• Competitive and committed, but also capable of working in a team environment
• College degree required, preferably in marketing, communications, sports management or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
 

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