EXPERIENCES MAKE THE GRADE
OPPORTUNITIES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Sport & Recreation Management
looking for interns.
Thanks to Dr. Fountain
and Dr. Finley for sup-
plying the pizza and soft
drinks. Thanks to Fran-
cisco and Jennifer for
suggesting the event.
More pictures inside!
SPT NIGHT
Check out the happy
group above as they
celebrate a night of fun
and a NSU Men’s Bas-
ketball 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 cur-
rent students, alums and
representatives from
sports organizations
http://
Bifla0304.eventbrite.com/
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 dur-
ing 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 atten-
dance along with others
with baseball experi-
ence. Contact her for
more information or
follow this link:
Helpful Information
Contact Professor Nancy
Olson for more information
(954) 383-1132
Call or email to arrange a
meeting
NEWSLETTER
February 20, 2012
Volume 2, Issue 7
Special points of interest:
SPT 2950—Practicum: Re-
quires 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 en-
hance your resume. Employers value
your community involvement!
Reminder to all students do-
ing a practicum or intern-
ship—SEND YOUR LOG VIA
BLACKBOARD TO PROFESSOR
OLSON EACH MONDAY!
OPPORTUNITIES
OPPORTUNITIES
DEPARTMENT: Full – Time/ Part – Time Intern(s) – Marketing / Promotions
WHERE: 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.
DESCRIPTION: 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.
SKILLS: 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 pro-
fessional, timely, organized, detail orientated, dependable, and willing to learn. Bilingual can-
didates a plus.
STARTING DATE
& HOURS: 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 re-
ceive college credit.
TO APPLY: Mail / fax / or email resume to:
Sandy Sarbadhikari
Senior Manager, Corporate Partnerships
Homestead-Miami Speedway
One Speedway Boulevard
Homestead, FL 33035
Office: 305-230-5209
Fax: 305-230-5223
Email: [email protected]
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:_______________________
SPT NIGHT
SPT NIGHT