Berlin Raceway

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Berlin Raceway is looking to fill Saturday Track Personnel positions including: Flagman Tech Workers Tire Barn Workers, including Tire Changers If you are interested, please send your inquiries to boyne@berlinraceway.com or to our administrative office at 2169 Pine Ridge Drive, Jenison, MI 49428. 2010 BERLIN RACEWAY INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Berlin Raceway offers an excellent internship program where college students or recent college graduates can gain valuable experience in the sports industry. All of the internship programs are a full-time commitment and begin no later than April 1 (refer to the specific internship information below for the start date of each program). Applicants who cannot begin the program full-time by April 1 will be considered only if other applicants are not available. The purpose of the internship program is to provide a hands-on experience to help young adults select a career. We provide work positions that are compatible and meaningful to their education and career path. OPERATIONS INTERN (1 Position) Start Date: March 15, 2010 Duties: Assist with all aspects of facility operations of Berlin Raceway. Works with the facility maintenance team to ensure that facilities are kept in good repair and working order. Receives experience in overall venue management. Works during all races as well related events such as fair week, appearances and driving schools. Other Duties: Assist other departments as needed. Qualifications: Successful applicants should have a strong interest in gaining experience in the sports industry, be highly motivated and hard working. Operations Internships are generally for students who wish to gain broad experience in the sports/event management industry. Must be outgoing, tactful, courteous, friendly, and professional in an atmosphere of many demands and frequent interruptions. Team player, excellent interpersonal skills, phone skills, and organizational skills. Ability to perceive problems, suggest, and trouble-shoot solutions pro actively. Excellent customer relations skills a must. Stipend: $650 per month. PUBLIC RELATIONS/OPERATIONS INTERN (1 Position) Start Date: March 1, 2010 Duties: Assists in all departments of Berlin Raceway. Works to develop relationships with members of the media to gain exposure with all types of media. Help to developing ticket plan and group sales opportunities for Berlin Raceway. Assist in sale, printing, accounting, and distribution of individual tickets; exposure to all areas of ticketing. Project a positive image to all at all times. Work during all races as well related events such as fair week, appearances and driving schools. Other Duties: Assist other departments as needed. Qualifications: , knowledge of motorsports a plus. Familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet programs. Well organized and creative, excellent follow-through and attention to detail. Strong analytical and reasoning abilities; comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with other routine activities; willingness to follow and knowledge of accepted business procedures and practices, professional and proficient in both written and verbal communication; team player, good inter-personal skills. Must be outgoing, tactful, courteous, friendly, and professional in an atmosphere of many demands and frequent interruptions. Team player, excellent interpersonal skills, phone skills, and organizational skills. Ability to perceive problems, suggest, and trouble-shoot solutions proactively. Excellent customer relations skills a must. Stipend: $650 per month. General Internship Information: In addition to the above duties, all interns are expected to assist with various venue duties such as receiving shipments, inventory, facility events, phone coverage, community outreach, etc... All interns should be highly motivated, interested in the sports industry, possess excellent inter-personal skills, a good attitude, willingness to learn and willingness to work long hours and weekends. Internships end September 30. Stipend and Benefits Housing provided (shared), including all utilities except phone. Benefits (insurance, vacation, etc.) are not included. Time Commitment Interns must be available to work full-time, including evenings, weekends and holidays. On non-event days the work day generally is 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday (plus possible evenings, weekends and holiday for driver appearances, facility events and other special circumstances). On event days, the work day generally begins at 10:00 a.m. and ends after the event (sometimes as late as or later than 11 p.m.). We realize that the internship will start during the winter semester and end during the fall semester and we will work with your class schedule. How and When to Apply If you are interested in an internship with Berlin Raceway, please send a resume and cover letter to the attention of: Title of internship being applied for, Berlin Raceway, 2169 Pine Ridge Drive, Jenison, MI 49428. The best time to send resumes is in the fall, as hiring is an ongoing process beginning in the fall. Closing date for receiving resumes is February 5, 2010 (please be aware of the start date of the internship you are applying for).

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