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PERA Intern

Position Number: 6285853
Location: Worcester, MA
Position Type: Athletics/Coaching

JOB TITLE
PERA Intern

LOCATION
Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME
Physical Education, Recreation & Athletics - PERA - JM

DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The PERA Intern will provide administrative support to the Athletic Department, assisting with event planning, scheduling, logistics, and department communications. Additional responsibilities may include data entry, inventory management, and other office tasks. This part-time, on-site internship is ideal for students or recent graduates seeking hands-on experience in sports management and athletic operations.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Key Responsibilities

Provide general administrative support to the Athletic Department
Assist with planning and execution of athletic events and programming
Help coordinate schedules, logistics, and internal communications
Maintain inventory records and support equipment tracking
Perform data entry and help maintain department files and databases
Support front-desk or reception functions as needed
Collaborate with coaches, staff, and student-athletes on various projects

Preferred Qualifications

Interest in sports management, athletics, or related fields
Strong organizational and communication skills
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Previous administrative, event, or customer service experience a plus

FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Non-Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/PERA-Intern_R0003182

About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.