About the role#
The Event Operations Intern supports the daily administrative and operational functions of the Jackie Robinson Training Complex. You will assist with Spring Training preparations for athletic teams, manage hospitality needs for visiting groups, and facilitate logistics for housing, meals, and meeting spaces across the complex.
What you'll do#
- Assist with daily operational preparations for athletic and non-athletic groups.
- Communicate schedule changes and group needs to internal departments.
- Act as a liaison for non-Spring Training groups, coordinating their facility and event logistics.
- Collect, review, and organize required documentation like waivers, insurance forms, and rooming lists.
- Conduct facility tours for prospective clients.
- Build and maintain relationships with MLB baseball and softball development staff.
- Prepare guest-facing materials including welcome packets, keys, and meal tickets.
- Support hotel coordination, including tracking room blocks and event commissions.
- Assist with Front Desk operations, including check-ins and guest service support.
- Help with retail operations, merchandise sales, and inventory management.
- Support special events, promotions, and campus-wide projects.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma.
- Current enrollment in an accredited two- or four-year college program or relevant work-based learning program is preferred, specifically in Business Administration.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to stay organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
- Flexibility to shift between priorities and work irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Capability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
Location & details#
- Location: Vero Beach, Florida.
- This is a paid, full-time, on-site internship with a rolling term.
About Major League Baseball (MLB)
Major League Baseball is a professional sports organization based in New York City. It manages 30 member clubs across the United States and Canada. The organization oversees business operations, marketing, and digital media platforms like MLB Network. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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