Looking for Highly Motivated Individuals for Exciting Internship Opportunity
Lowe's Motor Speedway needs highly motivated interns with a desire to excel in the areas of public relations, project management, corporate sales, event planning and management, logistics, restaurant and hospitality, finance and sports broadcasting. College students and recent graduates with a wide range of backgrounds and degrees - including Sports Management, English, Political Science, Marketing, Journalism and Engineering -- have gone from our program to rewarding careers. The internships are unpaid but offer serious, career-minded students great work experience and the opportunity to form valuable relationships.
Application Process
Required Materials. Those interested in applying for an internship must submit several written materials and go through an interview process. All applicants must submit the following by mail: (i) cover letter, (ii) resume and (iii) a completed application form that includes a personal statement. The LMS internship application form can be downloaded and printed by clicking here. The completed application materials must be mailed to: Lowe's Motor Speedway, Attention: Jeslyn Williams, P.O. Box 600, Concord, NC 28026.
Semesters and Application Timelines. Internship positions will be available in the spring, summer and fall semesters. Applications will be reviewed in a reasonable amount of time after they have been received and eligible applicants will be contacted thereafter by interested Departments at Lowe's Motor Speedway. Deadlines for applications for each semester follow:
Spring Semester: Application is due November 1. Internship can begin as early as Monday following New Year's.
Summer Semester: Application is due March 1. Internship begins June 1.
Fall Semester: Application is due July 1. Internship begins September 1.
Reviewing Applications, Interviews and Hiring
Who can apply and what's expected. College students and recent graduates in the area, across North Carolina and around the country are encouraged to apply. While sports and motorsports management degrees are increasing in popularity, there is no course of study that is required for internships and all will be considered. Applicants are expected to be motivated and be willing to work a minimum of 20 hours a week including nights and weekends during events. Those accepting an offer for an internship position who live out of state or a great distance from Concord, North Carolina will have to cover all expenses of relocation to the area. Lowe's Motor Speedway collaborates with colleges in the Carolinas that provide motorsports curriculum. Of note is our relationship with Belmont Abbey College. LMS works closely with Belmont Abbey to provide internships to its students each semester.
Incomplete Applications. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In the event someone submits an incomplete application, the applicant will be asked to submit the missing information, and upon receipt of that missing material, the completed application will be reviewed.
Number of Internship Positions Available. LMS has no set number of internship positions but has had as many as 12 interns at a time. The numbers will vary depending on need and the strength of applicants.
Interviews and hiring. Applicants may be called for an initial telephone interview by the coordinators of the internship program. Application materials of eligible applicants will then be circulated to the various departments at LMS, which, at their discretion depending on their needs, will set up and conduct interviews with select applicants.
The Program
Orientation for Interns. After an applicant accepts the offer of an internship, he/she will be asked to sign a simple statement of agreement that, among other things, sets forth the intern's understanding that the internship is not paid and does not guarantee or imply future employment; in addition, it includes a covenant of confidentiality. Interns are also asked to provide us with emergency contact information and fill out a tax form in the event they are paid the Semester Stipend (explained below).
Semester Stipend. Internships are unpaid positions at LMS. However, as a token of gratitude, all interns who complete the semester internship and work the race events held during the semester internship will receive a stipend.
Intern Responsibilities. The daily responsibilities of interns will be established and supervised by the respective departments in which the interns work.
School Credits. Some interns will seek or be required by their schools to get academic credit for completing an internship. While the LMS employees will be available to work with interns to secure the necessary authorizations for such credit (including necessary communication with the colleges), it will be the responsibility of each intern to arrange for the completion of all necessary paperwork to certify course credit.
Additional Inquiries
If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to follow the application process set forth above. Should you have additional inquiries, you can contact Jeslyn Williams, Intern Coordinator, at mailto: 
Department Descriptions
The following are short descriptions of the various departments at LMS that regularly look for interns and some of the skills that each looks for in interns.
LMS Communications Department. This department offers interns practical experience writing press releases, planning press conferences and executing promotions for our events. The Communications Department typically selects two interns per semester and prefer students who wish to pursue a career in the public relations or media industry. Strong writing skills are a plus and public relations or journalism majors are preferred.
LMS Ticket Sales Department. The Ticket Sales Department offers hands on experience in ticket sales and customer relations. Interns must be comfortable interacting with customers and visitors to LMS. Interns are expected to become part of the team fulfilling orders, providing customer service and problem solving; interns, like all working in the Ticket Sales Department, must be flexible and willing to work with other departments. Internship opportunities are available in the spring, summer and fall semesters. This department sells tickets daily for all LMS, Dirt Track, and Dragway events. Interns will assist in mass mailings and help maintain a master database of fans by updating information as needed. Interns need to be flexible and willing to work long hours if needed.
LMS Events Department. The Events Department offers interns practical experience in the production and promotion of national, regional and grassroots events. Our internships are available for all sessions.
We are seeking quick-learning and self starting candidates who desire to gain an extensive working knowledge of NASCAR, short-track, drag racing, and static events. In addition to assisting in administrative and office duties, candidates will be required to assist with registration and sign in of competitors, lifting and moving of event supplies and equipment, ticket sales and various other race day duties. Additional non-event duties may include assisting other departments with promotional appearances, covering telephones, data entry, stuffing mailers, etc.
Ideal candidates must be a team player, customer-friendly, organized, outgoing, professional and able to deal effectively with frequent interruptions in a demanding environment. Due to the dynamic nature of the business, multi-tasking skills and the ability to think on the fly are a must. Excellent computer and customer relation skills are a must. Knowledge of the short-track and drag racing industry is a plus.
LMS Finance. The Finance department offers hands on experience working in the finance department of an SEC company. This department seeks interns with both an interest in, and basic knowledge of, accounting. Responsibilities would include cost analysis, financial statement reviews, assisting with the internal controls of the company and event time finance activities. Internship opportunities are available all year long.
LMS Guest Services & Logistics. The Guest Services and Logistics Department is seeking candidates who are self-starting and able to multitask in a fast paced environment. Interns in this department need exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Responsibilities include event planning, staffing and guest services/hospitality. Interns will help with the logistics of security, parking, ushers, ticket takers, and event management that is key to any event at LMS-especially the highly charged NASCAR events with over 150,000 fans in attendance. Criminal Justice applicants are also encouraged as we coordinate with law enforcement on the local, state and federal level.
Security. Interns working in the Security Department will be responsible for assisting the officer on duty with attending to the first floor lobby office during normal business hours by answering guest's questions, answering the phone, and operating the camera system for potential issue. Daily activities include- locking and unlocking doors, gates, and offices; the signing in and out of keys; monitoring deliveries in and out of the building through the loading docks; and helping to make the public feel welcome and wanted. The Security intern will also help out other departments as needed, such as our Guest Services and Logistics team. Making our guests' visit to LMS as enjoyable as possible is one of our top priorities.
LMS Corporate Sales & Marketing Department. This department involves working with clients and sponsors on a national, regional and local level. The Corporate Sales & Marketing Department focuses on fully developing integrated marketing partnerships between the client and the speedway. This department seeks outgoing, creative, highly motivated, can-do individuals with good communication skills. The Corporate Sales Department looks for two interns each semester.
LMS Operations. The operations department is responsible for the day to day operations and maintenance of the race track and the 2,800 acres in which the speedway is located. The department includes grounds, landscaping, carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, and the mechanic shop. Responsibilities as an intern will include the following: processing purchase orders, invoices and vender quotes; man-power allocation (hours vs. labor budgets); evaluating and maintaining all budgets for the department.
During race time, the department works as a team to prepare the track, grounds and facilities for spectators, drivers, and workers; an intern will disburse equipment for events, schedule pre-preparation and post-preparation of events, and coordinate the dispatching of work orders. The operations department not only works as a team but has the all encompassing task of over all customer satisfaction which is priority.
Facilites Management. The facilities management department is responsible for the day to day operations and maintenance of the Smith Tower at Lowe's Motor Speedway. The departmental duties include many forms of maintenance; such as, heating and air, electrical, fire systems, and housekeeping. Responsibilities as an intern will also include the following: processing purchase orders, invoices, and vendor quotes.
The Speedway Club. The Speedway Club is in search of an intern who can assist with the day-to-day operations of the department as well as generate ticket sales. The Speedway Club is a private membership club that offers membership opportunities to individuals and corporations. Our department is focused on expanding the membership base as well as selling tickets in Club areas.
This internship will involve promoting and selling tickets to all NASCAR race weekends as well as the NHRA and Dirt Track events. The individual will help market and sell tickets for these events as well as assist the sales department in preparing for the race weekend. We are looking for someone who will be self-motivated, creative, and bring a positive attitude to the department. Only one intern will be selected per semester.
Speedway Motorsports, Inc. (SMI). SMI is a leading marketer and promoter of motorsports entertainment in the United States. SMI, through its subsidiaries, owns and operates seven premier speedway facilities in significant markets across the country. SMI has one of the largest total permanent seating capacities, with the highest average number of seats per speedway in the motorsports industry. Speedway Motorsports also provides souvenir merchandising through SMI Properties, which manufactures and distributes smaller-scale, modified racing cars and parts through 600 Racing, as well as broadcasts syndicated racing programs through Performance Racing Network. SMI also equally-owns Motorsports Authentics, a joint venture formed with International Speedway Corporation to design, produce, and sell licensed and unlicensed motorsports merchandise. SMI is headquartered in Concord, NC, and is listed on the NYSE under the symbol TRK.
Specific Intern Duties: Assist in devising marketing campaigns and proposals for existing clients and new prospects within the motorsports industry; assist in marketing presentations, daily research on events and other sports marketing opportunities and best practices; client service related duties; routine office duties such as answering the phones and filing; database management. The ability to work with multiple divisions and departments of SMI which focus on all aspects of the motorsports industry is necessary.
SMI is looking for energetic interns who can work Monday-Friday 9-5 (with flexibility around class/work schedules). Hours during event time can require early morning arrival and late departures and on weekends. We will work with any level college student. Majors which would best fit the internship include: Marketing, Public Relations, Economics, Sports Management and Motorsports; however, we are open to others who may be interested in the event business. The internship is not paid however there are many opportunities to receive excellent practical experience.
Speedway Children's Charity - Charlotte Chapter (SCC). SCC needs interns in four areas: communications, development, events, and computer development. The communications intern would act as a liaison with our marketing department so that information can be compiled for any press release or public announcements; this intern would compile contacts for all media outlets and track media mentions of past events for showcasing to prospective sponsors. The development intern would assist in designing and implementing future sponsorship proposals for presentations and help design ways to track leads and increase proposals. The event intern would assist in organizing promotional events by detailing action items and timelines necessary for event success and then during events get hands-on experience by helping coordinate behind the scenes. The computer development intern would design marketing tools to use for printed and on-line presentations to the Board of Trustees, Directors and Committee Members. All interns for SCC would be expected to help maintain and compile relevant databases and contact lists for better communication.
600 Racing. 600 Racing manufactures and distributes smaller-scale modified racing cars that compete in the INEX Legends, Bandoleros and Thunder Roadster Racing Series. Interns at 600 Racing will assist in a range of areas including manufacturing, sales and marketing and regulation of the various racing series.
zMAX Dragway. The zMAX Dragway at Lowe's Motor Speedway is seeking quick-learning and highly motivated intern applicants. Interns in this department need to be able to multi-task in a fast-changing environment. Duties will include, but not limited to, promoting events, building marketing/promotional materials, assisting in event execution and facility management. Basic understanding of the motorsports industry is a plus.
Performance Racing Network (PRN). PRN broadcasts live radio play-by-play NASCAR action and also syndicates five racing programs to over 700 stations nationwide. PRN is looking for motivated and energetic interns with a desire to excel in the fields of motor sports, marketing, sales, public relations, and broadcasting. Interns with PRN are given the opportunity to work in many areas including sales, affiliations and on-air broadcasting. A sampling of intern responsibilities include: researching new clients, assisting in proposals and presentations, data input, assisting in broadcast production, processing affidavits.
Fleetwood RV Camping Resort. The Fleetwood RV Camping Resort is in need of an intern who will be comfortable interacting with customers and visitors to LMS. Interns are expected to become part of the team fulfilling orders, maintaining reports, and acting as the liaison for the facility and area. Interns will work with other departments to coordinate sales, the distribution of tickets/camping passes, and other necessary information. During special events, interns are expected to be flexible and willing to work nights and weekends. Internship opportunities are available in the spring, summer and fall semesters.