About the role#
The Sanford Mainers are looking for an Administrative Assistant Intern to help with business operations as the team prepares for the 2027 baseball season. This role reports to the Office and Sales Manager. You will gain experience in sports administration, customer service, sales support, and front office operations. This position is a great fit for students studying business administration, communications, or marketing.
What you'll do#
- Answer phone calls, emails, and general inquiries while directing requests to the right staff or committee.
- Provide clerical support to the front office.
- Assist with ticket sales, merchandise sales, and customer service tasks.
- Support season ticket, sponsorship, and promotional campaigns.
- Help produce and organize schedules, tickets, promotional materials, and team publications.
- Maintain records, databases, spreadsheets, and filing systems.
- Handle data entry and reporting projects.
- Support community outreach, special events, and organizational projects.
- Manage inventory for merchandise and office supplies.
- Assist with game-day and event planning.
- Complete other administrative and operational duties as needed.
What you'll need#
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization abilities.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A professional and customer-focused attitude.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Publisher or similar design software.
- Basic familiarity with data management and office technology.
- Reliable transportation to the Sanford Mainers front office.
- Experience in customer service, sales, fundraising, or public relations is preferred.
- An interest in sports management, business operations, or baseball is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time internship for the Winter 2027 term.
- The role is hybrid, with both in-office and remote work opportunities.
- You must have reliable transportation to the office in Sanford, Maine.
About Sanford Mainers
The Sanford Mainers are a non-profit baseball organization based in Sanford, Maine. Established in 2001, the team competes in the New England Collegiate Baseball League. The organization manages a 44-game summer schedule and supports player development for collegiate athletes from across the country. It operates with a small staff and a volunteer board of directors.
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