Careers
Join the P3R Team!
Employment Opportunities
P3R strives to inspire any and all to MOVE with us. We are the innovative engine behind Pittsburgh’s most transformative sporting events and exhilarating experiences that unite.
Best known for organizing the acclaimed annual DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, P3R also organizes a variety of other high-quality races, training runs, and health and fitness programs throughout the Pittsburgh region.
INTERNSHIP DUTIES/STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist the Youth Programming Department in serving runners age 18 and under as they participate in Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend.
- Duties may include: Attending Kids of STEEL site practices with P3R staff
- Leading workouts and activities at community outreach events
- Drafting content for blogs, social media, and newsletters to share your knowledge
- Creating marketing materials to promote events and advance the mission of P3R
- Monitoring & researching best practices to stay ahead of industry trends
- Assisting with Kids of STEEL site recruitment
- Assisting with Kids of STEEL Fest and marathon weekend volunteer recruitment
- Monitoring the general email inbox
- Assisting with P3R’s spring events such as the Marathon Kickoff Training Run (January), St. Patrick’s Day Event (March), Kids of STEEL Fest (April), etc.
- Contribute to the planning and execution of the Pittsburgh Kids Marathon – one of the largest kids’ races in the country on May 3, 2025
- Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
- Outstanding customer service skills
- Passion for mission of P3R
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexible scheduling including several evenings or weekend dates
- Ability to instruct others in physical activity PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Background Clearance
- Reliable mode of transportation to and from the P3R office and events
EXPERIENCES YOU CAN EXPECT
- Getting a behind the scenes view and contributing to planning world class events in the sports business
- Utilizing your creativity and passion for physical activity
- Creating unique experiences for kids and their families centered around movement and active lifestyles
- Motivating our region to increase time spent in physical activity
- Interacting with the community and working with diverse populations.
- Opportunities to learn from staff members in youth programming, marketing, sponsorship, and event operations
Compensation:
- Interns will be paid an hourly rate and will work an average of 15 to 20 hours per week, depending on schedules and events.
To Apply: Please send your cover letter and resume to HR@p3r.org.
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Research and analyze data on potential partners.
- Collaborate on innovative ideas for potential partnerships with P3R.
- Support the partnership team in creating and managing deliverable sheets.
- Assist in managing partner activations on race day.
- Oversee assigned projects from start to finish.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions with the Partnerships Team and the broader organization.
- Assist partnership team in data analysis by gathering, organizing. And analyzing data related to current and potential partners.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Must be available to staff the following events:
- KOTR (tentatively January 11, 2025)
- St. Patrick’s Day Run March 15, 2025
- Course Preview Run (tentatively April 12)
- DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend of Events
- Friday, May 2nd, 2025
- Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
- Sunday, May 4th, 2025
- Other events and hours as assigned.
- Currently enrolled college student or recent graduate.
- Flexibility to work occasional nights and weekends as needed for events (dates flexible and negotiable)
- Familiarity with social media platforms (including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram) and social media monitoring tools (such as Hubspot or similar).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Pursuing or holding a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
- Valid driver’s license is required.
Competencies:
- Passion for the mission of P3R.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Experience in event and project management.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Effective communication skills (both verbal and written), including public speaking.
- Ability to multitask and perform well under pressure.
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce.
- Proficiency in MS Office and Canva
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Compensation:
- Interns will be paid an hourly rate and will work an average of 15 to 20 hours per week, depending on schedules and events.
To Apply: Please send your cover letter and resume to HR@p3r.org.
Duties and Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Collaborate closely with the Operations Manager on logistics and signage planning for all P3R events.
- Coordinate specific projects as assigned by the Operations Manager.
- Assist with signage coordination and management, including inventory, tracking, sorting, organizing, researching, and planning for future events.
- Support warehouse management, inventory, and overall organization.
- Help create plans, maps, and other documents for specific projects.
- Assist with notifying venues around the city about the impact of P3R events and manage the overall notification listings and tracking.
- Support the ordering of race supplies and equipment, including researching new equipment and ideas.
- Contribute to developing plans for vendors.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Open to college sophomores, juniors, seniors, and recent graduates.
- Available to work at least 15 hours a week.
- Schedule is flexible, but must be within regular 9 AM-5 PM core business hours.
- Willing to work occasional nights and weekends to assist with events.
- All majors are encouraged to apply.
- Outgoing personality with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and professional demeanor.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proficient in Word and Excel; familiarity with PowerPoint, Illustrator, and CAD is a plus.
- Ability to lift 40 lbs.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination.
Compensation:
- Interns will be paid an hourly rate and will work an average of 15 to 20 hours per week, depending on schedules and events.
To Apply: Please send your cover letter and resume to HR@p3r.org.
Best known for organizing the acclaimed annual DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, P3R also organizes a variety of other high-quality races, training runs, and health and fitness programs throughout the Pittsburgh region.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team! While there are no current job opportunities available, we invite you to explore our volunteer opportunities. Volunteering is a wonderful way to get involved, make a difference, and gain valuable experience. Please visit the link below to learn more about our volunteer programs and how you can contribute to our mission. We appreciate your interest and look forward to potentially working together in the future!