About the role#
The Kalamazoo Growlers offer an opportunity for college students to gain experience in sports entertainment, marketing, and sponsorship activation. This internship focuses on the execution of game-day promotions and fan engagement throughout the summer season. You will work directly with the Director of Entertainment to manage the fan experience and contribute creative ideas to enhance our stadium shows.
What you'll do#
- Coordinate fan experiences, prizes, contestants, and promotional activities.
- Serve as the main point of contact for fans participating in on-field promotions.
- Assist with game-day setup, including hanging flags and stadium decorations.
- Collaborate with coaching staff, players, and the entertainment cast.
- Generate 10 new ideas each week to improve the game-day experience.
- Participate in in-stadium entertainment and promotional videos.
- Handle operational tasks such as food prep, delivery receiving, and clubhouse organization.
- Perform stadium maintenance, including trash removal and power washing.
- Support concessions, merchandise displays, and community marketing campaigns.
- Participate in special events and Intern Olympic competitions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in college with a major or minor in Theater, Entertainment, Advertising, Marketing, Graphic Design, or Sport Management.
- Availability to work all games and events throughout the summer.
- An outgoing, personable, and enthusiastic attitude.
- Comfort appearing on the field in front of fans.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
- A self-motivated approach and a willingness to take initiative.
- Experience in entertainment or promotions is a plus.
- Skills in creating and editing short-form video content are a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 17 to August 22).
- Modality: On-site.
- This is an unpaid internship. College credit is available.
About Kalamazoo Growlers
The Kalamazoo Growlers are a member of the Northwoods League. This baseball organization operates out of Kalamazoo, Michigan. The team plays home games at Homer Stryker Field. They focus on entertainment, corporate outings, and community events. The company was founded in 2014.
How to get in at Kalamazoo Growlers
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