About the role#
Operations interns serve as the backbone of our organization. You will manage the elements that fans see and hear from the moment they enter the venue. This role offers an active, hands-on look at running a college summer baseball organization. You will help prepare the stadium for gamedays, maintain a clean and safe facility, and interact with fans, coaches, and staff.
What you'll do#
- Work across multiple areas including concessions, souvenirs, ticket operations, 50/50 sales, and on-field promotions.
- Handle pre- and post-game stadium preparation and cleaning.
- Assist with field maintenance before and during games.
- Support Hospitality Interns in hosting groups in the Hall of Fame Suite, Homer’s at Third, and the Party Deck.
- Assist vendors and business guests with setup and supplies for their presentations.
- Greet fans as they arrive, throughout the game, and as they depart.
- Learn and share the history of the Burlington Bees with fans.
- Organize and execute nightly promotions and theme nights.
- Maintain direct communication with gameday team members to react quickly to requests.
- Assist with social media marketing efforts.
What you'll need#
- Eagerness to learn the daily operations of a summer collegiate league event.
- Self-motivated, hard-working, and conscientious approach.
- Ability to apply lessons learned to your future career.
- A positive attitude and willingness to do what is necessary to get the job done.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Availability to work long hours, weekends, and special events.
Location & details#
- Location: Burlington, Iowa.
- Term: Summer 2027 (mid-May through the first week of August).
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid position including a monthly stipend, housing with utilities, one meal per home game, and a local YMCA membership.
About Burlington Bees Baseball Association
The Burlington Bees Baseball Association operates as a Single-A Minor League baseball team. The organization is based in Burlington, Iowa, and serves as an affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels. It competes in the Midwest League of the MiLB. With a small staff of five full-time employees, the team relies on interns and game day personnel to manage operations at Community Field.
How to get in at Burlington Bees Baseball Association
Securing a role with the Burlington Bees requires speed because the team relies heavily on seasonal support. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role is published, allowing you to apply among the first before the pile grows. Early applicants have a much better chance of being seen by the small staff. You can also use Intern Insider to surface the recruiters behind these roles. Reaching out directly to ask about the position or a referral often improves your response rate compared to waiting in a queue.
