About the role#
The James Harris-Doug Williams Internship offers a hands-on experience within the Hall of Famer Relations department. You will support Black College Football Relations and the Hall of Famer Relations team as they prepare for major events, including the Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic and Enshrinement Week. This role provides direct exposure to the operations behind the museum’s most significant annual events.
What you'll do#
- Assist in planning for Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic events.
- Help with Hall of Famer Residency Program initiatives.
- Support the Hall of Famer Relations team with all aspects of Enshrinement Week execution.
- Learn the Volgistics volunteer management software.
- Assist in the planning and training of community committee volunteers.
- Prepare volunteer materials such as credentials, handbooks, training videos, and parking instructions.
- Collaborate with department heads and team members on various projects and tasks.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate sophomore, junior, upcoming senior, or graduate student at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU).
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Legal permission to work in the United States.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- A customer-service focus with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt quickly and work well under deadline pressure.
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
- Knowledge of professional football, sports business, and nonprofits is preferred.
- Prior volunteer experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Canton, Ohio.
- Term: June 1, 2027, to August 9, 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time (approximately 40 hours per week), including nights and weekends.
- Compensation: $5,000 stipend.
- Work Modality: On-site.
About Pro Football Hall of Fame
The Pro Football Hall of Fame is a nonprofit institution located in Canton, Ohio. Founded in 1963, the organization maintains a museum that preserves the history of professional football. It manages hundreds of events annually and oversees the development of a mixed-use campus known as the Hall of Fame Village. The institution employs approximately 210 people.
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