About the role#
The Washington Wild Things are seeking creative and energetic individuals to join the Fan Engagement team for the 2027 season. This internship offers hands-on experience in professional sports marketing, live entertainment, event planning, and community relations. You will work directly with the front office to help execute game-day promotions and represent the team at community events.
This is an unpaid internship designed to be completed for college credit. Additional paid opportunities may be discussed after hiring.
What you'll do#
- Assist with planning and executing in-game promotions, on-field contests, and fan engagement activities.
- Coordinate contestants, prizes, promotional props, and equipment for between-inning entertainment.
- Help with pregame ceremonies, first pitches, National Anthem performances, and special presentations.
- Interact with fans to create an exciting and welcoming atmosphere throughout the ballpark.
- Organize and maintain promotional supplies, contest materials, and giveaway inventory.
- Develop and execute theme nights and special events at EQT Park.
- Research new trends, entertainment concepts, and promotional ideas.
- Represent the team at community festivals, parades, school visits, and charitable events.
- Coordinate mascot appearances and player visits to build relationships with fans and local businesses.
- Support social media initiatives by capturing photos, videos, and behind-the-scenes moments.
- Handle pregame setup and postgame breakdown of promotional and entertainment areas.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Sports Management, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Event Management, or a related field.
- An outgoing, energetic, and enthusiastic personality.
- A creative mindset and a willingness to contribute fresh ideas.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask, stay organized, and adapt to the environment of professional sports.
- Comfort interacting with large crowds and engaging in public speaking.
- Strong time-management skills and attention to detail.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and current marketing trends.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
- Previous experience in marketing, promotions, event planning, or customer service is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, Pennsylvania.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (Late April through early September).
- Schedule: Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, home games, and scheduled community events.
About Washington Wild Things
The Washington Wild Things operate as an independent minor league baseball team. Based in Washington, Pennsylvania, the organization produces baseball games and concerts at EQT Park. The company was founded in 2002 and currently maintains a staff of 70 employees. It functions as a privately held entity within the spectator sports industry.
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