1. Job Title: Sharky’s Marketing & Events Intern – On Campus
Number of Openings: 1
Work Schedule:8 -10 hours per week. Regular office hours will be scheduled around your classes. Additional
daytime and/or evening hours may be required, according to Sharky’s event schedule and business needs.
Wage: A stipend of $250 is awarded at the end of each semester.
Employment Start Date: August 2016
Employment End Date: May 2017
Supervisor:Taylor Renwick, Graduate Assistant for Student Development
Job Description: The Marketing and Events Intern has major responsibilities in assisting with the coordination of
all Sharky’s events including, but not limited to: movie discussions, socials, trivia nights, comedy nights, poetry
slams, video game tournaments, board game nights, international student conversation partner events, and book
discussions. In addition, this individual will work with the Campus Graduate Assistant for Marketing and Design to
create and implement marketing plans for the various Sharky’s events. The Sharky’s Marketing and Events Intern
will learn the basics of customer service, event planning, and marketing. The intern will assist with audience
development and survey creation and analysis, as well as broadening student access to Sharky’s events by
promoting events through a variety of methods. This individual will assist with maintaining a strong social media
presence on all Sharky’s Box Office and Game Room social media accounts. The position reports to the
Graduate Assistant for Student Development and works with other staff members as assigned. The position will
require an average of 8 hours per week. Hours can be flexible and adaptable. Evening and weekend hours may
be required at times.
This is a paid internship with a stipend of $250 for the semester, and academic credit may be received. We are
also willing to participate in the Certified Internship Program through the Career Center. Students should check
with their academic departments for eligibility.
Learning Outcomes:
 Programming
 Customer service skills
 Project management skills
 Time management skills
 Public relations and marketing skills
 Increased awareness of marketing strategies and their effectiveness on a college campus
 Communication and organizational skills
 Problem-solving skills
 Social media skills
 Understanding of risk management and safety
Specific Responsibilities:
 Attend Campus Life Training in August 2016 (tentatively August 4)
 Adhere to the Campus Life Student Employee Manual and UNCW’s Code of Student Life
 Participate in all mandatory area and department student staff meetings and trainings including a Campus
Life New Employee Orientation
 Aid in the planning, facilitation, and marketing of all Sharky’s events
 List Sharky’s events on the UNCW Master Calendar as well as the Sharky’s Facebook page and Twitter

2.  Create PowerPoint ads to promote events in Sharky’s
 Create and implement new marketing plans for Sharky’s
 Conduct audience surveys at Sharky’s events and tabulate results to evaluate the effectiveness of Sharky’s
advertising and programming
 Maintain a neat and professional appearance at work
 Wear a Campus Life name tag and staff shirt during events requiring an intern presence in Sharky’s
 Participate in a review process of the job experience at the end of each semester with the Graduate
Assistant for Student Development
 Ensure compliance of the fire code by allowing no more than 75 people to enter Sharky’s per event
 Communicate regularly with Sharky’s staff to ensure smooth operation of all events
 Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
 Must be a registered undergraduate degree-seeking UNCW student, and must have a minimum 2.5 GPA to
be eligible for and continue a position with Campus Life.
 Excellent oral and written communication skills
 Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Facebook and Twitter
 An interest in campus events and event promotion
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities, and Experience Requirements:
 Program planning, facilitation, and marketing experience
 Positive attitude and strong work ethic
 Ability to work independently
 Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with others
 Public speaking
 Leading a group
 Attention to detail
 Aptitude for creative problem-solving
Application Procedure: Send resume, cover letter, name and contact information for two references to Taylor
Renwick, Graduate Assistant for Student Development , via email at tmr2448@uncw.edu by Friday, April 8, 2016 for
priority deadline. Latest deadline is Friday, April 15, 2016. For more information contact Taylor Renwick at
tmr2448@uncw.edu.
Sharky’s Box Office and Game Room: Sharky's Box Office & Game Room is UNCW's premiere gaming and
entertainment destination, as well as the ticket distribution center for Lumina Theater, the Leadership Lecture
Series and Safe Rides. Sharky's sells a variety of drinks and snacks at affordable prices. Sharky’s Game Room is
available for parties, socials, group retreats, meetings, receptions, and other events. Reservations allow for free
use of all games and equipment, including four billiards tables, two televisions, table tennis, and DDR (Dance
Dance Revolution). Enjoy Xbox 360 and Wii in our large-screen electronic gaming lounge, while selecting from
our library of video games. The maximum capacity for a Sharky’s event is 75 people.
Campus Life Arts & Programs: Campus Life Arts and Programs provides UNCW with a wide variety of events
opportunities, including Art for the Masses; the Association for Campus Entertainment (ACE); Boseman Art
Gallery; the Leadership Lecture Series; Lumina Theater; Sharky’s Box Office and Game Room; Campus Life
Student Employment Program; and the Synergy Common Reading Program. Campus Life Arts and Programs
enhances the overall college experience and cultivates UNCW spirit. We promote learning outside of the
classroom by increasing students’ skills in leadership, community building and event planning
Campus Life Commitment:
Student employees are respected and appreciated by the staff. Opinions and input are encouraged, important,
and necessary for the smooth work flow and public image of the Campus Life and the University as a whole.
For additional information about student employment with Campus Life please visit:
http://uncw.edu/campuslife/studentstaff.html

3. Equal Education and Employment Opportunity
The University of North Carolina Wilmington is committed to and will provide equality of educational and
employment for all persons regardless of race, sex (such as gender, marital status, and pregnancy), age, color,
national origin (including ethnicity), creed, religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status,
or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational
or occupational qualifications.