About the role#
DS Sports Ventures is seeking a Marketing & Merchandise Intern for Summer 2027. This role supports the USA Tournament Series by building brand awareness through marketing plans and managing event merchandise. You will gain experience in business strategy, apparel design, and event operations while traveling to youth baseball and softball tournaments across New England and New York.
What you'll do#
- Develop marketing plans for tournaments, showcases, and other events.
- Create and implement marketing strategies, including content like staff interviews and personal testimonies.
- Collaborate with the Digital Content Producer to capture and post content during live games.
- Manage event merchandise, including inventory tracking, setup, sales, and the design of apparel and hats.
- Attend all scheduled team meetings.
What you'll need#
- Current study in Marketing or Business Administration.
- General experience with social media platforms.
- Ability to score baseball or softball games.
- Strong communication skills and a professional attitude.
- A reliable vehicle for travel to tournament locations.
- Willingness to stay in hotels for events.
- Self-motivation and strong time management skills.
- Availability for the 5th Annual Memorial Day Classic (May 28-31) and five additional assigned tournament events.
Location & details#
- Location: Yonkers, New York.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 21 to August 16).
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Commitment: This is a full-time, unpaid internship.
About DS Sports Ventures
DS Sports Ventures operates as a holdings company with a primary focus on the baseball industry. Founded in 2017 by Kevin Davidson and Joseph Sleiman, the firm manages a portfolio that includes multiple acquisitions and mergers. The company maintains its headquarters in Longwood, Florida. It employs 22 people and functions as a partnership structure.
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