2026 Bird Dawgs Baseball Internship

Down East Bird Dawgs - Intern

Kinston · NC

Internship

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The Bird Dawgs baseball summer internship program is designed to give college students real-world experience. The goal for all our interns is that when the summer is over, you are ready to make a difference in the world of sports!

Our season begins on May 12, 2026 and ends September 6, 2026. We have a total of 51 home games, and most interns will see a mix of working both games and in the office. You must be able to commit to all 51 home games.

We have several openings for internships. When applying, we will ask you which ones you are most interested in. Here’s what’s available and a little more about each one:

Ticket Sales: Operations/Inside Sales/Group Sales – You will work with our Director of Ticket Operations & Sales. During games, you will help to manage the box office and assist with the fan experience. In the office, you’ll be learning about the inside sales operation, making outbound calls and managing the ticketing system.
Photographer/Videographer/Graphic Design: You will be working with our Marketing and Media Relations departments to bring to life all of the fun had at Bird Dawgs games.
Food & Beverage: You will be working alongside our Food & Beverage Manager and learning as much as you can about how food/beverage ties directly into the fan experience.
Clubhouse Manager: Have a knack for sports operations/equipment? Here you will be working directly with our coaching staff and upper management to give the players the best experience possible. You will be responsible for uniform maintenance, keeping the clubhouses clean and supporting the coaching staff and players where needed. You will also be coordinating post-game meals for teams and umpires.

Please note: All interns will be responsible for housing and transportation. College credit and a stipend are available for all internships.

The hiring manager will contact you via email if they believe you are a good fit for the position. If you do not hear from the hiring manager within two months of applying, please assume the position has been filled. Those applying for this role are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter with their application.

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.

Job Questions:

This is an in-person internship. Are you close enough to Grainger Stadium in Kinston, NC to commute to all 51 home games and other occasional events? (Please note: the Bird Dawgs will not be providing housing for the internship role)
On a scale of 1 to 5, please rank your interest in the Ticket Sales: Operations/Inside Sales/Group Sales internship role with 5 as your highest interest and 1 as your lowest interest. Role: You will work with our Director of Ticket Operations & Sales. During games, you will help to manage the box office and assist with the fan experience. In the office, you’ll be learning about the inside sales operation, making outbound calls and managing the ticketing system.
On a scale of 1 to 5, please rank your interest in the Photography/Videographer/Graphic Design internship with 5 as your highest interest and 1 as your lowest interest. Role: You will be the Team Store Manager for the summer, having oversight of the game day staff along with learning inventory processes, the back end of the online store and managing the overall merchandise experience.
On a scale of 1 to 5, please rank your interest in the Food & Beverage internship role with 5 as your highest interest and 1 as your lowest interest. Role: You will be working alongside our Food & Beverage Manager and learning as much as you can about how food/beverage ties directly into the fan experience.
On a scale of 1 to 5, please rank your interest in the Ballpark Operations internship role with 5 as your highest interest and 1 as your lowest interest. Role: You will help keep our stadium as beautiful as it is. As part of the operations team, you will also have oversight of a good number of game day staff. Building schedules, building relationships, and building a culture.
On a scale of 1 to 5, please rank your interest in the Clubhouse Manager internship role with 5 as your highest interest and 1 as your lowest interest. Role: You will be working directly with our coaching staff and upper management to give the players the best experience possible. You will be responsible for uniform maintenance, keeping the clubhouses clean and supporting the coaching staff and players where needed. You will also be coordinating post-game meals for teams and umpires.
Do you have any conflicts from May 2026 to September 2026?
Would this internship be for experience or are you also seeking college course credit? Select all that apply.

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