Below you will find a curated list of internship and job opportunities from our CI Career Coordinator Brooke Nowicki that she thinks may be a good fit for CI students and graduates.
Note: Not all internships listed below are approved for 399 credit. Please find your departmental contact here and connect with them for internships that qualify for credit in your degree program.
Internship Opportunities
The CivicLex Communications Intern will support all of our communications channels, primarily focusing on social media, to create and post content about upcoming programming and our mission more generally. This includes creating graphics, short form video, and collaborating with community partners for content. Because we are a small nonprofit, working with our staff and assisting with events as needed are possible.
One of our main focuses at CivicLex is to make our communications creative and fun, so interns will have a good amount of creative freedom when planning content. Generally, content can focus on the three pillars of our mission: helping our community understand and get involved in local issues, connect with their neighbors, and have a say in decision making.
Internships are currently unpaid, but hours are flexible and based on the student's availability and needs. Email haley@civiclex.org to apply!
TECH SUPPORT INTERN
Paid Hourly
Part-Time or Full-Time
Duties:
Installing, configuring, and repairing computer and network equipment
Working with clients to resolve technical issues and prevent future issues
Analyzing and resolving end-user hardware and software computer problems, timely and accurately
The ideal candidate for the position will be working towards a computer/technology-related degree and will be familiar with current computing practices, standards, and equipment.
Interns will have room for advancement and full-time employment opportunities.
About SponsorUnited
SponsorUnited provides access to previously inaccessible sports & entertainment sponsorships and media, helping properties, brands, and agencies most effectively and efficiently partner. Our platform is trusted by 96% of major professional sports teams, global brands, agencies, media companies, colleges, and vendors.
This program offers a hands-on, boots-on-the-ground learning experience in the sports sponsorship industry. Participants will be embedded directly into live sporting and entertainment events, tasked with capturing sponsorship and brand partnership data in real time.
- Length of Term: 6 months
- Format: On-location at assigned venues
- Location: Must be located in a listed market (maximum 1 hour away from assigned venues)
- Compensation: Unpaid during program
- Academic Credit: Available upon school approval
- Complete a training program on SponsorUnited’s in-venue scouting methods and standards.
- Attend live sports, entertainment, and cultural events in your local market.
- Collect all visible sponsorship activity at the venue.
- Input collected information into the SponsorUnited’s sponsorship database.
Qualifications
- Must be a college student
- Must live in a target market or within 1 hour of event venues, with reliable transportation and easy access.
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
- Interest in pursuing a career in the sports and entertainment industry.
- Organized, reliable, and proactive in completing assignments.
- Access to working technology (smartphone and computer).
- Direct hands-on exposure to sponsorship activations in real-world environments.
- Gain a broader understanding of the sports sponsorship ecosystem and how brands, teams, and media interact.
- Learn how to identify, analyze, and report sponsorship assets at venues.
- All event tickets and venue access costs will be provided at no expense to participants for approved scouting assignments.
- Flexible opportunities to work around your school schedule.
- Earn academic credit (where applicable).
- Receive a Certificate of Completion upon finishing the program.
- Experience firsthand what it’s like to contribute within a fast-growing sports data startup, developing practical skills valued across the industry.
What’s After the Internship?
After successfully completing the program, participants may qualify to join SponsorUnited’s Alumni Network of Scouts — a group of trained individuals who contribute on a paid, as-needed basis.
- As part of this network, you may be assigned to scout local sporting or entertainment events, which involves attending venues, observing and documenting brand partnerships, signage, and activations, and submitting findings through the SponsorUnited Pro Tool.
- These short-term paid opportunities allow alumni to stay involved in the sports and entertainment industry, continue building real-world sponsorship analysis experience, and contribute to SponsorUnited’s growing sponsorship database.
- Welcome customers and help create a positive team store experience
- Assist fans with merchandise selections, sizing, and product recommendations
- Answer questions regarding merchandise, promotions, and club offerings
- Support sales transactions, including cash and credit card processing
- Assist with upselling and promotional initiatives to support merchandise sales
- Maintain awareness of current products, inventory, and best-selling items
- Help organize displays and maintain brand presentation standards
- Assist with receiving, organizing, and stocking merchandise
- Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing team store
- Support inventory counts and product organization
- Assist with preparing merchandise for matches, events, and promotions
- Support retail operations during Lexington Sporting Club matches and events
- Assist with pop-up merchandise locations and fan activations
- Help ensure a smooth customer experience during high-volume events
- Current college student pursuing Sports Management, Business, Marketing, Retail, or related field preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Friendly, outgoing personality with a customer-first mindset
- Strong organization and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic computer and cash-handling skills preferred
- Comfortable working in fast-paced retail and event environments
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and matchdays as needed
- Passion for sports and the Lexington Sporting Club brand is a plus
- Hands-on experience in professional sports retail and merchandise operations
- Exposure to inventory management, sales support, and customer engagement
- Experience supporting matchday retail execution and fan-facing activations
- Opportunity to work closely with the club’s retail and operations staff
- Practical insight into the business side of sports merchandising and fan experience
- Combination of team store support, inventory work, and live event retail operations
- Work performed in both indoor and outdoor retail settings, including the brick-and-mortar team store and mobile merchandise unit
- Exposure to varying weather conditions during outdoor stadium and event operations
- Frequent standing, walking, lifting, and movement during store shifts and matchdays
- Fast-paced environment with shifting priorities during matches, events, and promotions
- Frequent interaction with fans, customers, and club staff
- Event-based scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and holidays during the season
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
| Social Media Intern (Unpaid, For Credit) |
Office Resources, Inc. (ORI) |
| ORI is a full-service partner for furniture, architectural solutions, and technology, helping organizations create spaces that support how people work, learn, and connect. We work across corporate, education, and healthcare environments throughout Kentucky, Tennessee, and Alabama. |
| We’re looking for a Social Media Intern to support our marketing team with day-to-day content and engagement. |
What You’ll Do |
Post Instagram stories and assist with daily social content Create short-form videos and reels (behind-the-scenes, trends, quick edits) Monitor comments, messages, and engagement Interact with industry accounts and competitors Support content planning and light brainstorming Assist with presentation formatting and creative support for marketing projects Assist with light administrative tasks related to marketing assets and campaigns
What You’ll Learn |
| How brand voice translates across social platforms |
| How to create short-form content that aligns with marketing goals |
| How to review engagement and adjust content strategy |
| What goes into real-world content planning and execution |
Details 2026 Fall Semester (August – December) |
| ~10 hours per week |
| Flexible schedule |
| Remote or hybrid (based on location) |
| Unpaid, for college credit |
| Who You Are |
| Studying marketing, communications, or a related field |
| Familiar with Instagram, Reels, and trends |
| Organized and reliable |
| Creative, with a strong eye for content |
The Canelands magazine, affiliated with the department of Writing, Rhetoric, and Digital Studies, needs interns in magazine layout and design for spring 2026. Informal interviews for the positions will be held during finals week (December 15-19). Selected students will enroll in WRD 399 for 3 credit hours, which includes weekly one-hour team meetings and independent work in design. Interested students should email Dr. Beth Connors-Manke at b.connors-manke@uky.edu.
Job Postings
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Position Summary:
The Communications Specialist is responsible for supporting internal and external communications strategies that promote Everent Health, Inc.’s mission, services, and brand. This role develops and distributes content across multiple channels, including digital, print, and media outlets, to engage employees, patients, and the community. The Communications Specialist ensures messaging is clear, consistent, and aligned with organizational goals. This position collaborates with leadership and cross-functional teams to enhance visibility and stakeholder engagement.
Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field preferred.
- 2+ years of relevant experience in communications, marketing, or public relations.
- Experience in healthcare, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
- Familiarity with website content management systems and analytics tools preferred.
Everent Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Details
Job Family
OTHER
Job Function
Hybrid
Pay Type
Salary
Education Level
Bachelor’s Degree
At Garrett Brands, we own two of Chicago’s most beloved and storied brands. Garrett Popcorn Shops®, “A Chicago tradition since 1949,” serves only the finest, gourmet Popcorn. And Frango® Chocolate, with an origin story founded in both Seattle and Chicago, over 100 years ago. Garrett Popcorn Shops has grown to operate over 70 shops around the globe, with an online platform that serves both B2C and B2B customers. Frango chocolates are currently distributed through both retail locations and ecommerce.
We’re looking for someone who lives and breathes social media and, most importantly – enthusiasm! We have a Brand that serves Handcrafted Happiness to our devoted fans every day and we want someone to serve up that same level of happiness to our fans on our Social Media platforms. As the Social Media Coordinator in the US, you will be a voice of Garrett Popcorn Shops, Garrett Ready-To-Eat (grocery) and Frango Chocolate on all social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and LinkedIn). Your job will be to identify ways to continually engage directly with our fans in a fun way that personifies our Brand. Garrett is happy food and we want our fans to have the same level of excitement about engaging with us on social media as they do when they enter one of our Shops. We’re looking for someone who spends too much time looking at social media because they are constantly searching for new and exciting content to build engagement. We want people who stay on trend, understand our Brand and can communicate with our fans in a way that allows them to receive customer experience satisfaction, and feeding insights into the broader integrated marketing team.
You will have three primary responsibilities. First, you will contribute to the content calendar, strategy, production and development in collaboration with our integrated marketing & creative teams. This would involve producing paid ad content and participating in influencer marketing for our Garrett Brands channels as well as paid ads. It would also involve identifying key targets, influencers and other audience segments to expand social presence and results. Second, you will engage with fans and funnel questions to the appropriate team members for timely response. You are the voice of the brand, maintaining a positive dialogue with fans while staying true to the core of Garrett Popcorn Shops. The successful candidate will accomplish this by strengthening and leveraging strategic storytelling and the development of a comprehensive content calendar. Ultimately, this means keeping a pulse on overall social landscape trends, including formats, platforms and content. Third, you will track KPIs and share qualitative insight and reporting from our channels with the goal of informing our Team Members about content optimization and future content development.
We are a small and mighty team. The entrepreneurial spirit of the company means we reward innovation and execute quickly. This position is best suited for someone who truly loves social media and the role it has in building the total consumer experience with the brand. The ideal candidate has some experience in a role like this one and can work with both in-house and agency-based creative teams, clearly communicating expectations and effectively managing timelines. This role requires passion for the consumer and for the media, viewing community management as a critical component of all marketing efforts. Please note that this role does require flexibility to work evenings and weekends, when required by the content and/or partners.
Responsibilities
• Develop content that highlights product, recipe, ingredients, and usage occasions
• Support new recipe launches, seasonal promotions and assist with social media coverage of events, partnerships, and community activations.
• Create and adapt real-time, trend-driven content
• This role includes capturing photo and video content in shops, at events, and during key marketing activations, as well as creating and adapting social-first content for Instagram Reels, TikTok, Stories and emerging platforms.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 1 year of social media and community management experience; consumer brands preferred; food & beverage brands a plus
• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strengths to include personal engagement with our fans and others – an authentic communicator
• Strong time management and prioritization skills, operating with independence and attention to detail
• Knowledgeable about brand activation, live and online, and passionate about consumer marketing
• Capable of producing analytic reports that track performance versus key indicators and recommending optimizations based on that reporting
• Experience with consumer-packaged goods (CPG) brands within food & beverage, preferred
• Experience supporting product launches and seasonal campaigns
• Understanding of food and beverage consumer trends, including seasonal and occasion-based marketing
• Demonstrated fluency with Facebook Business Manager, Instagram and Instagram Stories, TikTok, LinkedIn. Proficient use of MS Office, Excel, and dashboard programs (e.g. Dash Social)
• Proficiency with Canva required
• Copy writing or photography skills a plus, but not required
• Candidates must be local to the Chicagoland area
Compensation
• The anticipated salary range for this position is $65,000 - $72,000. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a few factors, including your job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employer paid life insurance and eligibility to participate in the company 401(k) plan with annual discretionary match. This position is eligible for the Garrett Hybrid and/or Remote Work Arrangement.
In bookkeeping, this job will be replacing long-time bookkeeper and comptroller Bonnie Howard. Bonnie is retiring and has agreed to stay for a period of time to help with training. The successful candidate will have experience with all aspects of financial reporting, including income statements, balance sheets, accounts payable and receivable, aging reports, bank reconciliations, budgeting, month-end and year-end closing. This is a deadline-driven position where independent work, attention to detail skills and accuracy are highly valued. Competitive salary and benefits available. To apply, email resume and cover letter to ttimmons@kypress.com
Part- or full-time clerical help. Successful candidates will possess strong data entry skills, experience dealing with accounts receivable and payable, handling phone calls, sorting mail & working in various MS programs. To apply, email resume and cover letter to ttimmons@kypress.com
Our mission is simple: Clients and Colleagues. We serve our clients at the highest possible level, providing unmatched dedication and accountability, while also investing deeply in the growth and development of our colleagues. By fostering a culture that values people, plans and performance, Taymar creates an environment where careers thrive, and results speak for themselves. Joining Taymar means stepping into a growing, high-impact company that is changing the way sports organizations drive revenue and engage fans. Our team members gain daily access to executive leadership, ownership of meaningful business initiatives, and the opportunity to make a lasting mark on both their career and the sports industry.
See what our colleague are saying about working at Taymar!
Position Overview: Taymar Sales Pro's Lexington Sporting Club Ticket Sales & Service Account Executive position will learn and expand his/her knowledge of the fundamentals of the sales process through group sales, new season ticket sales and renewals across all ticketed sports. The Account Executive position will receive training, development and be provided the opportunity for rapid career advancement to Senior level sales roles, and leadership positions with added responsibility.
Responsibilities:
- Sell a full menu of ticket products for all ticketed events, via outbound phone calls and face- to-face presentations including, but not limited to, season tickets, flex ticket packages, group tickets, premium tickets, and premium hospitality packages for the USL Super League Women's team as well as the Championship League Men's team.
- Must be able to work evenings and weekends, as required. All home games will be worked in various capacities: prospecting appointments, sales tables, and game events.
- Build relationships and expand business with current ticket holders and cold call new prospects and referrals to drive revenue.
- Work in the assigned onsite location on a daily basis as well as go on in person meetings out in the community.
- Contact businesses in the local area via outbound phone calls, appointment and event-based selling.
- Build out, plan, prospect and execute large scale group sales initiatives.
- Deliver superior customer service to all current and future fans.
- Represent the Lexington Sporting Club with the highest level of character and integrity.
- Build superior internal relationships with the organization
- Achieve and exceed quarterly and monthly sales goals established by management team.
- Other related duties as assigned by the General Manager.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree with concentration in Sports Marketing or a related field.
- Comfort with making outbound phone calls in a professional and friendly manner.
- Strong work ethic, positive attitude and desire and ability to learn in a fast paced, highly competitive industry.
- Experience and proven success in an inside sales program or ticket sales role preferred.
- Strong drive to learn the sales process and grow your career rapidly.
- Full Time role.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Questions:
- Please describe, in detail, any ticket sales experience you have had in the past.
Events & Stewardship Manager
As part of a collaborative team environment, the Events and Stewardship Manager is responsible for leading and executing key fundraising events, fostering relationships with strategic partners, and implementing stewardship strategies to build the JA brand experience and support the mission of JA of the Bluegrass. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic, energetic, creative team player who thrives on building relationships and connecting passion for mission through fundraising events and organization stewardship to advance the organization’s impact.
Primary Responsibilities:
o Organize and execute assigned fundraising and educational events to successfully meet goals and build awareness for JA’s mission.
o Coordinate with leadership team members to cultivate relationships with individual and corporate supporters and volunteers.
o Secure and coordinate all appropriate permits, permissions, and licensing prior to events.
o Develop and execute sponsorship and stewardship recognition plans related to assigned events.
o Assist with the creation of individual event budgets within the annual organizational budget.
o Identify and solicit in-kind donations for events.
o Plan and task event timelines.
o Recruit, supervise, and train volunteers at events.
o Establish and execute all assigned event logistics, including leadership and oversight for event production; from planning (invitations, collateral, etc.) to wrap-up (timelines, meetings, staffing, run of show, etc.).
o Develop event collateral pieces, including coordinating the design, layout, and printing process.
o Initiate and maintain ongoing relationships with local media outlets to increase awareness of JA and promote specific initiatives, programs, and events.
o Help maintain and update JA website content related to events and provide content for social media platforms.
o Cultivate and nurture donor relationships through personalized communication, follow-up, and engagement strategies.
o Develop and implement tailored acknowledgment programs, including handwritten thank-you notes, personalized emails, and public recognition.
o Other duties as assigned
Qualifications (required)
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, communications or a related field or two or more years of direct experience in marketing or fundraising; strong organizational and project management skills; excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills; detail oriented; knowledge of various marketing platforms, including print, social, digital and email; basic experience with Microsoft tools; knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite tools; Canva, willingness to learn new software and programs; ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Application Process
Wrigley Media Group Apprenticeship Program
Introduction: Wrigley Media Group is excited to offer a paid Apprenticeship Program designed to provide recent graduates with comprehensive, hands-on experience in all aspects of video production. This program aims to nurture the next generation of media professionals by offering tailored learning opportunities that align with each apprentice's specific interests and career goals. Successful apprentices will have the potential to be hired full-time upon completion of the 3-month program.
Program Overview: The Wrigley Media Group Apprenticeship Program will immerse recent graduates in the dynamic world of video production. Apprentices will gain practical experience in various stages of production, from pre-production to post-production.
Key Features:
- Tailored Learning Experience:
- Apprenticeships will be customized to match the individual interests and career aspirations of each apprentice.
- Apprentices will have the opportunity to focus on specific areas such as directing, cinematography, editing, set design, or business operations.
- Hands-On Projects:
- Each apprentice will work on projects with responsibilities assigned directly to them during their apprenticeship.
- Mentorship and Guidance:
- Apprentices will be paired with experienced mentors who will provide guidance, feedback, and support throughout the program.
- Regular check-ins and progress reviews will ensure that apprentices are on track and meeting their learning objectives.
- Training:
- There will be training opportunities for various aspects of video production, such as producing, set design, gripping, and editing.
- Industry professionals will be invited to share their expertise and insights with the apprentices.
- Collaborative Environment:
- Apprentices will work alongside Wrigley Media Group's production teams, gaining exposure to real-world projects and workflows.
- Collaboration with peers and professionals will foster a creative and supportive learning environment.
Program Duration: The apprenticeship program will run for 3 months, with apprentices expected to commit a minimum of 40 hours per week. Depending on projects a the time of the apprenticeship, apprentices might be asked to work more hours for which they will be compensated.
Compensation: Apprentices will receive $15-$25 per hour pay throughout the duration of the program. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
Application Process: Interested recent graduates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and a portfolio of their work to info@wrigleymediagroup.com. Currently, Wrigley is looking to bring on at least 1 apprentice.
Conclusion: The Wrigley Media Group Apprenticeship Program is dedicated to providing recent graduates with a valuable and enriching experience that will prepare them for successful careers in the media industry. By tailoring apprenticeships to individual interests and offering hands-on project opportunities, we aim to foster the growth and development of future production professionals. We look forward to welcoming talented and passionate graduates to our team and supporting them on their journey to becoming industry leaders.