Are you looking for an introduction to sports business or baseball? We are looking for applicants for our summer internship program.
Who are we?
The Lexington County Blowfish are a summer collegiate baseball team, located in Lexington, South Carolina, and affiliated with the Coastal Plain League. The Blowfish are named after the best band of the 90s – Hootie & The Blowfish, of course. The Blowfish are famous for community engagement, all-you-can eat ticket plans and family-friendly fun at the ballpark.
What would you be doing this summer?
As an intern with the Blowfish, you will not be stuck in one area. Instead, we offer you the opportunity to gain valuable experience in every area that we offer with the organization.
One night, you could be working in the box office, the next night you might be assisting with game day promotions and entertainment.
Our summer interns will gain experience in each of the following areas:
- Tickets (Box Office and Sales)
- Marketing (Social Media, Email Marketing and Promotions)
- Entertainment (Game Day Entertainment and Script Writing)
- Fan Experience (Guest Services and Hospitality)
- Food and Beverage (Concession Stand, All-You-Can-Eat and Inventory)
- Merchandise (Team Store and Inventory)
- Press Box Operations (Videoboard and Video Stream Production)
- Media Relations (Website Management and Press Releases)
- Stadium Operations (Field Maintenance, Stadium Upkeep and Clubhouse Management)
Additionally, the Blowfish can offer opportunities in other areas, such as play-by-play broadcasting, content creation, financial services, sponsor activation and mascot.
How’s it all sound so far?
The Blowfish summer internship program is designed to provide you training in each area so you will gain valuable skills that assist you as you progress in your sports career.
Who are we looking for?
The Blowfish are seeking college students who live in the Midlands of South Carolina or attend a local college or university. Interns are required to routinely travel to Lexington County Baseball Stadium. It is highly preferred that students are able to receive course credit from their college or university for the summer internship.
What are the time requirements?
As a Blowfish summer intern, you would be required to attend and work all 31 home games over the 11-week season. The Blowfish season begins in late May and runs through the first week of August. Additionally, some office hours may be required during the week on non-game days.
Ready to learn more? Apply today and let’s chat about our summer internship program.
