Title: Community Relations & IronPigs Charities Intern
Overview
The Community Relations & IronPigs Charities Intern plays a key role in supporting the Lehigh Valley IronPigs’ community engagement initiatives and charitable programs. This position provides hands-on experience in event coordination, nonprofit outreach, and fan engagement — offering an inside look at how a professional sports team makes an impact both on and off the field.
Responsibilities
- Manage the IronPigs’ online donation platform, ApprovedForGood, and process all incoming donation requests.
- Maintain and update the master nonprofit list while facilitating outreach to strengthen community partnerships.
- Coordinate and execute non-profit gameday initiatives including Salute to Service, Swing for Swine, Community Spotlight, and Philling the Need.
- Assist in scheduling and coordinating mascot appearances for community events; will also perform as one of the IronPigs mascots.
- Oversee the Community Relations Table and Guest Services area during all home games.
- Support IronPigs Charities fundraisers and events such as Meet the Team Night, Hackers & Homers Golf Tournament, and the Phillies Winter Banquet.
- Lead in-game fundraising initiatives, including the 50/50 Raffle and Jersey Auctions.
- Assist with planning and execution of youth baseball camps and other community programs.
- Conduct and facilitate ballpark tours for fans and community groups.
- Represent the IronPigs at local nonprofit and community events.
- Provide additional support for in-game promotions and special events as needed.
Hours & Expectations
- November – March (January start at the latest): 35-hour work weeks (primarily Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM with a one-hour lunch). Occasional weekend work may be required for community events.
- April – September: 35-hour work weeks that include weekends and gamedays. Flexibility is expected during the baseball season.
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.
