About the role#
This internship offers hands-on experience working with the Cleveland Browns field staff and the Pioneer Athletics Research and Development team. You will assist in the care of a professional NFL stadium field and a nearby research facility. This is a paid, full-time position for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Maintain the NFL stadium field and surrounding landscape through mowing, painting, fertilizing, and cultivation.
- Manage sports fields at a nearby research facility.
- Take part in research and development projects.
- Gain experience with synthetic and natural grasses, including Bermuda, Rye, Tall Fescue, and Kentucky Bluegrass.
- Perform sod work, pest management, and fertilization.
- Repair and maintain the field while the team is away.
- Handle basic maintenance and care for field equipment.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or recent graduation from a 2 or 4-year degree program in Turf Grass Management or a related field.
- A reference letter from a professor or professional connected to your studies.
- Availability to work at least 40 hours per week, including weekends and holidays.
- Capacity for extensive physical labor in all weather conditions.
- Ability to operate grounds and landscape maintenance equipment.
- Physical ability to push, pull, lift, or move 50+ pounds and work in temperature extremes.
Location & details#
- Location: Cleveland, Ohio.
- Term: May 17, 2027, through August 16, 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $20 per hour, with overtime pay for hours exceeding 40 per week.
- Housing: A stipend may be available for qualified out-of-state or non-local candidates.
About Pioneer Athletics
Pioneer Athletics manufactures and distributes turf coatings and maintenance equipment for athletic fields. Founded in 1905, the company operates out of Cleveland, Ohio. It serves over 22,000 customers ranging from youth leagues to professional sports teams. The product line includes field marking paint, turf seed, fertilizers, and disinfection solutions.
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