About the role#
The Orlando Pirates are looking for a Merchandise Coordinator Intern to support our retail operations. You will gain hands-on experience in sports retail management, inventory tracking, and ecommerce while working directly with our front-office leadership team. This role is unpaid, though you may receive school credit for your hours.
What you'll do#
- Manage merchandise inventory, including counts, organization, and stock replenishment.
- Fulfill online orders by preparing and packing shipments.
- Process incoming merchandise deliveries and organize storage spaces.
- Set up, operate, and break down the Team Store during home games.
- Maintain a clean retail environment and update merchandise displays.
- Assist with administrative tasks and general office projects.
- Support team promotional appearances and community events.
- Collaborate with the Marketing, Ticket Sales, and Community Outreach departments.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Sport Management, Marketing, or a related field.
- Availability to work approximately 20 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and home games.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Professional demeanor when interacting with others.
- A strong work ethic and interest in the sports industry.
- Knowledge of football and the Orlando Pirates is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Orlando, Florida.
- The role is on-site.
- This is an unpaid internship.
About Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates is a professional arena football organization. The team operates out of the KIA Center in Orlando, Florida. It is a privately held company with a staff size between 11 and 50 employees.
How to get in at Orlando Pirates
Applying early gives you a distinct advantage at Orlando Pirates, as recruiters often review candidates before the applicant pool becomes unmanageable. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, helping you secure a spot at the front of the line. Reaching out to the right people often beats submitting an application into a general queue. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company roles so you can contact them directly to ask about the position or a referral, which often improves your response rate.
