About the role#
The Grand Forks Spitfires are hiring Ballpark Operations Interns for the 2027 season. This role provides hands-on experience in stadium management, event logistics, and food and beverage operations. You will work directly with the operations team to support game day activities and maintain the ballpark environment. This is a full-time, on-site, paid internship.
What you'll do#
- Manage food and beverage operations including inventory, re-ordering, waste tracking, and quality control.
- Oversee specific concession locations, handling setup, teardown, stocking, and staff training.
- Assist with game day staff management and maintain ballpark cleanliness.
- Coordinate operations for the team retail store and e-commerce platform.
- Distribute marketing materials like pocket schedules and posters throughout the community.
- Help with setup and teardown for ballpark events and the Family Fun Zone.
- Represent the team at community events and perform as the mascot at least once during the summer.
- Support general ballpark maintenance and upkeep.
What you'll need#
- Current college student status with a major in Business Administration, Marketing, Accounting, or Human Resources.
- Availability to work all home games, events, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to lift and transport heavy items weighing between 50 and 160 pounds.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Sheets.
- Experience in cash handling, customer service, or management.
- Strong verbal communication, organization, and time management skills.
- A self-motivated attitude with the ability to take initiative and multi-task.
- Experience with power tools or maintenance tasks is a plus.
- Previous experience in ballpark operations is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Grand Forks, North Dakota.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 24, 2027 to August 13, 2027).
- Work Modality: On-site, full-time.
- This position is paid.
About Grand Forks Spitfires Softball
Grand Forks Spitfires Softball operates as a summer collegiate softball team based in North Dakota. The organization functions as a partnership and employs seven people. It serves as the sixth team in the Northwoods Softball League. The team focuses on spectator sports.
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