About the role#
The Burlington Sock Puppets offer a full-time summer internship for students interested in the sports and live entertainment industry. This program provides hands-on experience with the business operations, marketing, and fan experience that support our summer collegiate baseball team. You will rotate through various departments to gain a broad understanding of how a small-market sports organization functions.
What you'll do#
- Learn the day-to-day business functions of a small-market sports organization.
- Execute experiential game day promotions and events within the ballpark.
- Build skills in relationship selling and revenue generation.
- Work across multiple departments including Box Office, Food & Beverage, Merchandise, Graphic Design, Social Media, Videography, Photography, and Stadium Operations.
What you'll need#
- Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in sports management, communications, sales, or other business fields.
- Ability to work all events and game days hosted by the Burlington Sock Puppets and Burlington Baseball, Inc.
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment.
- A commitment to embrace, advocate for, and value equity, diversity, and inclusivity.
Location & details#
- Location: Burlington, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027 (Mid-May through early August).
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Burlington Sock Puppets
Burlington Sock Puppets is a spectator sports organization based in Burlington, North Carolina. Founded in 2021, the company operates as a member of the Appalachian League. It employs 12 people and focuses on providing baseball experiences to families in Alamance County and the surrounding region. The organization maintains a single office location in Burlington.
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