Internship Program Don DiJulia Athletic Director Internship Administration and Championships Academic Year: 2021-2022 Description The Atlantic 10 Conference is accepting applications for two internships. One position is designated as the Atlantic 10 Don DiJulia Athletic Director Internship. In order to receive the Don DiJulia designation, the candidate must submit a standard application and a 250-500 word essay on their career aspirations to become a college athletic director. The A-10 Don DiJulia Athletic Director Internship designates work specifically with administration and women’s basketball. The second intern position is dedicated to Men’s Basketball and Olympic Sports. Mentoring opportunities within the Atlantic 10 membership and a rotation of administrative responsibilities within the A-10 Office are also included for both. Both are paid positions. Duties Assist with the preparation and operation of assigned conference championships. Provide support for regular season administration, research, and data management. Coordinate community outreach programs for selected sports (i.e. school day and clinics) at the championship. Assist with host institutions/site preparation and sport committees. Provide on-site championship support and staffing as needed. Assist administration with membership meetings and committee preparation. Assist with administrative duties within the Conference office including filing, data management, and special projects. Requirements Undergraduate degree. Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills with an emphasis on attention to detail, work ethic, honesty, and loyalty. Strong computer skills. Microsoft Office, Photoshop, InDesign. Volunteer and/or paid experience in administration and/or sport event management. Application Procedure Interested and qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three references. Applications must be submitted electronically to [email protected] with Intern noted in the subject line. For candidates applying for the Don DiJulia Athletic Director designation, the essay must also be included. Deadline for submission is May 18, 2021. Applicants will only be contacted if finalist for position. No phone calls please. Atlantic 10 students are encouraged to apply. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The Atlantic 10 Conference is an equal opportunity employer. The expected start date is August 1. About the Atlantic 10 Conference The Atlantic 10 Conference is a basketball-centric conference founded in 1976 and consists of 14 diverse members across eight states and Washington, D.C. The mission of the Atlantic 10 Conference is to provide an enhanced student-athlete experience through 21 nationally competitive championship sports. The conference is committed to integrity, educational excellence and providing quality equitable championship experiences for its student-athletes, coaches, and support staff. The membership consists of Davidson College, University of Dayton, Duquesne University, Fordham University, George Mason University, The George Washington University, La Salle University, the University of Massachusetts, the University of Rhode Island, University of Richmond, St. Bonaventure University, Saint Joseph’s University, Saint Louis University and Virginia Commonwealth University. For more information, visit www.atlantic10.com .