Start Date: April/May 2026
End Date: September 2026
Compensation: Unpaid; College Credit
Job Description
The Merchandise Intern is a part-time internship designed only for current university students who will be receiving college credit for participation in this internship. The Merchandise Intern will be gaining real-world experience with responsibilities within the organization. They will receive the opportunity to learn and observe how a professional sports organization operates and gain valuable skills in communication, fan experience, and sports-based merchandise sales. The ideal candidate will be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- College sophomores, juniors, seniors, or graduate students working for academic credit in Sport Management, Business Management, Sales, Marketing, or similar.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
- Ability to work event nights, weekends, and holidays as required
- Proficient in using point of sale systems or a quick learner
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
General Responsibilities
- Assist with inventory, pricing, and stocking
- Assist with fulfilling online orders
- Assist the marketing team with lifestyle photoshoots, as needed
- Assist the marketing team with social media needs
- Work Frederick Keys home games and events as directed by the Merchandise Manager
- Gain experience laying out a team store to promote sales
- Gain knowledge about merchandise purchasing based on market, gaps in collections, and inventory needs.
Game Day Responsibilities
- Assist with preparation of the merchandise store for game day
- Assist in working the merchandise store, as needed
- Assist with back filling store throughout the game
- Assist with closing the store after the game
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.
