Overview:
The Sioux Falls Canaries are offering a full-time internship for motivated students eager to gain hands-on experience in independent baseball. This unique opportunity allows you to work behind the scenes with a professional sports organization with the American Association of Professional Baseball, an MLB partner league. Throughout this seasonal, full-time position you'll support our mission to provide a first-class experience and deliver exceptional guest service.
Position Summary:
As a Game Day Intern, you will join the Sioux Falls Canaries for a dynamic summer, gaining behind-the-scenes experience in professional baseball operations. This role involves hands-on responsibilities on game days and participation in select non-game day events. Ideal candidates are strong communicators with a team-oriented mindset, eager to learn, and adaptable to the fast-paced environment of a baseball season. This is a part-time, paid position beginning May 18th until the end of the Canaries season (mid-September) and will report to the Director of Marketing and Game Experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in stadium preparation and setup prior to games.
- Organize promotional equipment and materials for each event.
- Execute in-game promotions on the field and engage with fans in the stands.
- Support various roles throughout game days, including:
- Ticket Scanner
- Kid Zone
- Mascot Wrangler
- Promo Tunnel
- Usher
- Guest Services
- Ensure a fun and engaging game day experience for all fans.
- Coordinate and select promotional contestants for games.
- Assist with cleanup and organization post-game.
- Represent the Canaries brand at various events and during all interactions.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Key Project:
- In partnership with another game day intern, you will be tasked with creating a marketing and game day plan for one (1) Promotion each month throughout the season. This will include the following:
- Marketing Materials:
- Graphics for Marketing Use
- Who to Target
- Where to Promote
- Messaging
- Timing
- Investment
- Pre-Game & In-Game Promotions
- Possible Sponsors
- Possible Giveaways
- Pre-Game Entertainment
- Between Inning Activities
- Fan Engagement / Entertainment Issues
Qualifications:
- Enthusiastic and positive attitude with a strong desire to succeed.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and highly organized.
- Fun, upbeat personality with a knack for engaging with others.
- Availability for all Canaries home games, including extended hours on weeknights and weekends.
- Ability to work well in a team environment and adapt to changing responsibilities.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the capacity to multi-task effectively.
- Comfortable interacting with large crowds and facilitating on-field activities.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Some heavy lifting may be required.
Application Process: Apply online or email
[email protected] for priority preference.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
