About the role#
As a Retail Intern at The Ripken Experience in Pigeon Forge, you will assist with the daily management and operations of our on-site retail store. This role offers hands-on experience in merchandising, inventory management, and customer service within a sports environment. You will work directly under the Retail Coordinator and collaborate with other departments to support tournament operations.
What you'll do#
- Process sales transactions using our POS system.
- Provide customer service to guests on and off the sales floor.
- Keep track of stock levels and help with reordering merchandise.
- Create displays and signage to support our merchandising goals.
- Maintain a clean and organized store environment.
- Help the Retail Coordinator with employee scheduling, hiring, and training.
- Develop and implement in-store promotions and events.
- Share feedback on market trends and merchandise assortment.
- Assist the Food and Beverage, Facilities, and Operations teams as needed.
- Uphold the values and brand standards of Ripken Baseball.
What you'll need#
- Current college student seeking credit or a recent graduate looking for experience.
- Background in Business Administration or Marketing.
- Previous experience in a customer service role.
- Strong initiative, high energy, and an outgoing personality.
- Ability to solve problems and manage multiple tasks at once.
- Excellent communication and time-management skills.
- Attention to detail.
- A strong work ethic and the ability to work well in a team.
- Commitment to working long hours, including weekends, based on business needs.
- Reliable transportation.
Location & details#
- Location: Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling through August 16, 2026.
- Status: Full-time and paid.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Ripken Baseball
Ripken Baseball operates as a sales and marketing firm based in Aberdeen, Maryland. The company manages the business and philanthropic activities associated with Cal Ripken, Jr. and Bill Ripken. It oversees several amateur baseball complexes and maintains the Ripken brand. The organization has between 51 and 200 employees.
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