About the role#
The Rockford Rivets are hiring a Hospitality Intern for the Summer 2027 season. This position offers hands-on experience in collegiate sports food service. You will report to the Director of Food and Beverage and must be available for all 36 home games, plus additional events from mid-May through late August. This is an unpaid internship for students who can receive academic credit.
What you'll do#
- Prepare food, follow recipes, and perform hands-on cooking tasks.
- Manage the daily operations of food service and all concession stands.
- Maintain food safety, sanitation, and storage standards.
- Handle vendor relations, order food and beverages, and track inventory.
- Train and supervise concessions staff to build a productive team environment.
- Clean and organize work areas.
- Provide customer service to ensure a positive fan experience.
- Assist other departments as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate college program.
- Ability to work both office and stadium hours on non-game days.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Strong time management and attention to detail.
- Ability to problem solve and think creatively.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Dependability, responsiveness, and a positive attitude.
- Ability to lift at least 30 pounds.
Location & details#
- Location: Rockford, Illinois.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Commitment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Unpaid.
About Rockford Rivets
The Rockford Rivets operate as an expansion team within the Northwoods League. This summer collegiate baseball league focuses on the development of college players. The organization maintains a base in Loves Park, Illinois, and employs between 11 and 50 people. It functions as a privately held entity within the spectator sports industry.
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