About the role#
The Merchandise Intern supports the Orchard Team Store and the Korte Kids Zone. You will gain experience in retail operations, staff training, and problem solving. This is a full-time, paid position for the Winter 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Maintain a clean and stocked store daily.
- Process, tag, fold, and label incoming orders.
- Manage online order shipping and fulfillment.
- Assist customers and personalize apparel like shirts and jerseys.
- Set up store layouts and photograph new items for the point of sale system and online use.
- Coordinate with video production to select the Item of the Game for gameday slides.
- Supervise Korte Kids Zone staff and train gameday employees for both the store and the kids zone.
- Represent the team at mascot appearances.
- Support operations during the day and during TinCaps games.
What you'll need#
- Availability to start in February or March at the latest.
- Ability to work long hours and handle multiple projects at once.
- Strong customer service skills and the ability to work well within a team.
- Capacity to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Physical ability to move large boxes and bins from the floor to storage.
- General knowledge of baseball.
- Current enrollment in a Business Administration program is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana.
- Modality: On-site.
- This position does not offer sponsorship.
About Fort Wayne TinCaps
The Fort Wayne TinCaps are a High-A Minor League Baseball team based in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Founded in 2009, the organization operates as a private entity with a staff of 168 employees. The team maintains an affiliation with the San Diego Padres of Major League Baseball. Home games take place at Parkview Field.
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