About the role#
The Thunder Bay Border Cats are looking for an Operations & Hospitality Intern for the Summer 2027 season. You will join our leadership team to gain management experience in the sports industry. We offer a stipend of $1,500 for the summer, and the team covers housing costs. This is a full-time, on-site role that runs from mid-May through mid-August.
What you'll do#
- Coordinate food service for stadium events.
- Manage hospitality areas, including group decks, party zones, and suites.
- Tend to the needs of groups and parties to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Place food and beverage orders with distributors and track inventory.
- Supervise concessions staff on game days alongside the Operations Manager.
- Maintain the cleanliness and general appearance of all concessions and hospitality spaces.
- Oversee the setup and cleanup of event areas.
- Attend community appearances for players, the mascot, and the organization.
- Assist other departments as needed.
What you'll need#
- A strong work ethic and a desire to learn.
- The ability to perform required tasks effectively.
- A commitment to making the most of the internship experience.
- Previous experience with food and beverage handling or management is preferred but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: Summer 2027 (Mid-May to Mid-August).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Expectations: You must attend all home games and work standard business hours.
About Thunder Bay Border Cats Baseball
The Thunder Bay Border Cats operate as a baseball team within the Northwoods League. Founded in 2003, the organization is the only Canadian team in this collegiate summer league. The team manages business operations similar to professional minor league clubs, including ticket sales, merchandising, and game promotions. Based in Thunder Bay, Ontario, the staff consists of approximately 15 employees.
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