About the role#
The Kalamazoo Growlers are seeking a Ticket Sales Intern for the Summer 2027 season. This role offers hands-on experience in sports operations, ticket sales, and box office management. You will work directly with the Ticket Sales Manager to support matchday operations and fan engagement efforts.
What you'll do#
- Sell group and single-match tickets and follow up with fans to encourage repeat attendance.
- Manage the box office and gates, including will call, group check-in, and answering fan questions.
- Perform matchday setup and teardown, which requires lifting 30 to 50 lbs.
- Maintain the stadium environment by hanging flags, banners, and signage, and picking up trash.
- Assist with concessions, merchandise display, and inventory management.
- Engage with fans through in-stadium entertainment and community street team marketing.
- Handle office organization, delivery receiving, and player meal logistics.
- Participate in promotional video creation and team-building activities like the Intern Olympics.
What you'll need#
- You must be a current college student with a declared major or minor in Sport Management, Business, Marketing, Communications, or Hospitality.
- Enrollment in a program requiring college credit for this internship is mandatory.
- Availability to work all matches and events throughout the summer.
- Comfort handling cash and operating a ticketing system.
- Previous sales or box office experience is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, full-time internship based in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
- This position is unpaid, though a $600 monthly stipend is provided to assist with living expenses.
- Housing is not provided.
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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