Public Relations and Communications Fellowship at Charlotte Motor Speedway | Concord, NC

Charlotte Motor Speedway

Public Relations and Communications Fellowship

Concord, NC (On-site)

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Posted 3 months ago

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Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Public Relations andCommunications Fellowship

DEPARTMENT: Charlotte Motor Speedway Communications Team

POSITION LOCATION: Concord, NC

DURATION: July through early December

WHO WE ARE:

Charlotte Motor Speedway is one of 11 premier facilities across the country owned and operated by Speedway Motorsports, LLC. The entertainment complex annually hosts two NASCAR weekends, one NHRA event, World of Outlaws racing, classic car concours and the Southeast’s largest drive-through holiday light show, among other events.

Speedway Motorsports maintains a consistent focus on its four core principles:

Take care of teammates
Be known for remarkable events
Positively impact our community
Continuously improve

After more than six decades of innovative firsts in entertainment and fan engagement, the speedway known as America's Home for Racing continues to be an iconic trailblazer in sports, entertainment and fan amenities.

WHAT THIS FELLOWSHIP ENTAILS:

The Public Relations and Communications Fellow is an integral part of the Charlotte Motor Speedway Communications Team, bringing fresh ideas, creativity and energy to a fast-paced motorsports environment. The fellow will assist in developing public relations plans, writing press releases, coordinating PR events and engaging with local and national media, while also supporting race weekends and major events through hands-on media operations and stakeholder engagement. This paid fellowship requires a commitment of 25–30 hours per week on property, with extended hours during event weekends. Candidates must be available to work select event weekends. The ideal candidate embraces a GLOBE mentality — Generously Lending Our Best Efforts — by taking initiative, collaborating with teammates and delivering high-quality work that maximizes value for all stakeholders while continuously seeking opportunities to improve.

Fellowship Goals:

Learn the craft of writing media advisories, press releases and media pitches
Gain practical experience writing press releases, copy points and other communications
Learn how the Public Relations/Communications Department assists in the execution of promotions for events
Experience how to pitch a variety of story ideas and events to local, regional and national tv, newspaper, radio and digital outlets
Help execute event weekend Media Center operations

Qualifications:

Education

Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree Preferred majors: Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Sports Management

Skills/Experience

Strong communication skills: written and verbal
Creative mindset
Results-driven and detail-oriented
Innovative thinker and self-starter

Work Hours

Fellows must be able to work on-site an average of 25-30 hours per week. Remote work is not available for this fellowship. Extended hours are required on select event weekends.

Required dates are listed below

Every Tuesday of July: Cook Out Summer Shootout Series
Oct. 9-11: Bank of America 400 (NASCAR Weekend)
Oct. 4-7: World of Outlaws World Finals (Dirt Racing)
Nov. - Dec.: Speedway Christmas presented by Atrium Health

APPLICATION:

Please submit your resume, a link to your website and/or creative writing samples, along with your social media handles.

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.

Charlotte Motor Speedway

For over 60 years, Charlotte Motor Speedway has set the standard in motorsports entertainment for fans of all ages. Known as America’s Home for Racing, Charlotte Motor Speedway is the only race vacation destination where fans can immerse themselves in the heart of NASCAR country. As an industry leader in corporate entertainment and event management, Charlotte Motor Speedway is a versatile, world-class venue capable of comfortably accommodating events ranging from 10 people to 10,000. Visitors can attend one-of-a-kind race spectacles including the Coca-Cola 600 and the Bank of America ROVALTM 400; take behind-the-scenes speedway and race shop tours; explore the NASCAR Hall of Fame and drive an 800-horsepower stock car. Charlotte Motor Speedway puts FANS FIRST with a never-ending commitment to enhance the fan experience. That tradition continues with unmatched value through affordable tickets, unparalleled pre-race entertainment and more opportunities for fans to see their favorite drivers.

Founded in 1960

Concord, North Carolina, USA

311 employees (31 in marketing)