About the role#
The Indianapolis Indians are looking for an intern to support the mascot program and community outreach initiatives. This role focuses on the presence of Rowdie, game-day activities, and digital content creation. You will work alongside the Community Relations team to gain experience in mascot operations, fan engagement, and grassroots programming.
What you'll do#
- Manage mascot appearance scheduling and serve as a handler during events and game-day activities.
- Coordinate in-game mascot requests, on-field promotions, ceremonies, and fan interactions.
- Perform as Rowdie when assigned.
- Capture and edit photos and short-form video content.
- Support the Knot Hole Kids Club, youth sports programs, and community celebrations.
- Assist the Community Relations team with donation requests and special projects.
- Track appearance data, community reach, and social media activity to help build the annual community impact report.
- Participate in planning and brainstorming sessions.
- Assist with game-day logistics, field maintenance, stadium events, and rotating front desk or shuttle shifts.
What you'll need#
- A degree or current enrollment in marketing, communications, public relations, or a related field.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Word, Excel, InDesign, and Photoshop.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Previous experience in community relations or mascot work is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, and requires on-site work.
- You must be available to work full-time starting in February 2027.
- The schedule includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
- During the season, you may work up to 14 hours per day and up to 85 hours per week.
About Indianapolis Indians
The Indianapolis Indians operate as the Triple-A affiliate for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Founded in 1902, the organization manages professional baseball operations and hosts games at Victory Field in Indianapolis. The team maintains a 14,200-seat venue that overlooks the city center. It focuses on sports, entertainment, and community outreach.
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