SUMMARY Overview of the position
The Upper Deck Company is actively seeking detail-oriented college students or graduates with strong communications skills for our Talent Relations Department. Must have the ability to work both with a team and independently to assist in a variety of departments throughout the company. You must possess the ability to think creatively and quickly while managing multiple tasks and/or projects. Interns are given the opportunity to gain valuable experience while working on a variety of projects involving sports and entertainment events, team partnerships, social media and more.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.
- An Upper Deck intern will primarily be responsible for performing the job functions related to their specifically assigned department.
- Individual must possess strong communication, organizational and writing skills.
- Must demonstrate a desire to learn, grow and offer suggestions to streamline processes and events.
QUALIFICATIONS & LENGTH OF INTERNSHIP
- This is a part-time paid position open to current college or graduate students and college graduates with interests in sports and entertainment or related fields.
- The length and hours of internship is variable depending on situation, school requirements and job performance.
Skills Required
- Current college student, graduate student, or college graduate
- Strong communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong writing skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects
- Ability to think creatively and quickly
- Interest in sports and entertainment or related fields
- Desire to learn, grow, and suggest process or event improvements
What We Do
Upper Deck, headquartered in Carlsbad, Calif., is a worldwide sports and entertainment company built on the pillars of quality craftsmanship, authenticity and innovation with a dedication to creating products that turn memorable moments into collectibles. Upper Deck revolutionized the sports trading card industry with anti-counterfeit holograms, high quality card stock and stunning photography in its inaugural 1989 baseball set, and since then its mission has been to capture the excitement of the game and deliver it to fans of all ages. The cornerstone of Upper Deck’s business, which opened in 1989, is based on sports trading cards. As its brand has evolved to include other products over the years, the company now creates exclusive memorabilia, gaming products, collectible cards and a wide array of sports trading cards.
