Sponsorship Internship – Vancouver International Marathon Society

Responsibilities:
• Reports to Sponsorship & Expo Coordinator
• Assists Coordinator in program implementation.
• Creates schedules and tracking databases.
• Prepares materials and checklists.
• Writes descriptions and prepares sales/presentation tools.
• Monitors results.
• Prepares reports as needed.

Skills & Experience:
• Ability to create tools and timelines
• Familiar with sponsorship & sales strategies and needs.
• Experience and knowledge in the development of sponsorship programs.
• Knowledge of database development and spreadsheets.
• Creative thinker with ability to focus on deliverables.
• Experience and competent in a variety of Microsoft software..
• Ability to learn quickly, work independently, and to manage projects and resources with minimal supervision
• Understanding that events are time-pressured work environments and the ability to communicate and adapt are critical
• Competency in online research.
• Flexibility.

Details & Commitment
• 20+ hours/week until race week from Jan – May 15. Full time Apr 30-May 7.
• Intern unpaid position (Jan-May 15, 2012)
• Flexible to work occasional evening meetings/projects (especially in the weeks prior to event)
•Benefits of the Vancouver International Marathon Society
• Be a part of one of the oldest, largest marathons in Canada that is still governed by a volunteer board/ non-profit society
• Make a difference in the lives of thousands of local and visiting marathon participants, by celebrating and sharing the experience of our city and neighbourhoods as they complete their 42 and 21km journey on race day
• Enhance skills by working with a diverse groups of staff, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters.
• Expand your network and connect with local organizations, businesses, community groups and events
• Get inspired + have fun!

If you would like to become a part of our team in 2012, please apply by sending your resume and cover letter indicating the position title in the subject headline to:

info@vanmarathon.ca

We thank you for your interest, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Vancouver International Marathon Society/ BMO Vancouver Marathon
The BMO Vancouver Marathon and Half Marathon, is organized and operated by the Vancouver International Marathon Society, a non-profit organization. It is one of Canada's largest marathons and has an extensive history within Vancouver and the running community internationally. To make the BMO Vancouver Marathon events a reality, the Society relies on a dedicated group of volunteer Board members, over 4,000 invaluable support volunteers, and staff year round.

The BMO Vancouver Marathon was founded by the Lions Gate Road Runners (LGRR) in 1972. The original course did five loops within Stanley Park similar to the NYC Marathon started the year earlier in Central Park. There were 46 entrants, and it was one of the first marathons to have females included. It is also a founding member of the Association of International Marathons and Road Races (A.I.M.S.). With the continual growth of the event, the Vancouver International Marathon Society was formed in 1987 and has organized the Vancouver International Marathon since 1988, wholly responsible for the staging and growth of this community event. The Society funds the event through sponsorship programs and entry fees. The event also supports five local charities. To learn more about the event and society and what we do, please visit:
www.bmovanmarathon.ca