The Bismarck Larks are offering internship opportunities for current college students with an interest in sports and event media to gain experience and knowledge in video/broadcast production. Bismarck Larks internships provide students with immersive, hands-on-learning to help position them for a career in the sports, entertainment and event industry upon graduation.
Who We Are
The Bismarck Larks joined the Northwoods League (NWL) in 2017. The NWL is the largest organized baseball league in the world with 25 teams, drawing more fans than any league of its kind. The NWL provides top college players from North America and beyond a summer collegiate baseball experience. More than 350 Northwoods League players have advanced to Major League Baseball in the NWL’s 31-year history.
The Bismarck Larks became the first team in NWL history to win NWL Organization of the Year in back-to-back seasons (2017 & 2018). The Larks sold out 27 of 36 home games in 2017 (75%) and continued their success in 2018 selling out 30 of 36 home games with an average overall attendance of more than 68,000 fans.
In 2020, the Larks became the first sports team in the country to play safely with fans in the stands during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2021, the Larks sold out 92% of every ticket and were named one of the top 30 employers in sports by Front Office Sports in the company of the Denver Broncos and Savannah Bananas.
In 2023, the Larks were viral for rebranding to the Missouri River Motorboaters, hosted the NWL All-Star Game aired on ESPNU, aired two games on NBC - North Dakota, debuted the NWL’s biggest videoboard, and hosted fans from 33 different states.
The Larks are committed to their mission of using FUN to make a difference in the lives of our community, employees, players, and interns.
The Internship Position
The Bismarck Larks are looking for a Broadcast Video & Technical Production intern to join their team in Bismarck, North Dakota for the 2026 season. As the Broadcast Video & Technical Production intern you will be directly involved in the pre-production, live-production, and post-production of the live broadcast of all Larks games. This internship will lead 5-15 live games featured on ESPN+ and (at least) one live game on NBC/Fox to be viewed statewide.
Broadcast Video Production interns may serve as a Larks representative at various promotions, events, Larks games and Funatix events.
Start Date: May 4th, 2026
End Date: August 15th, 2026
Academic Qualifications: Applicants should be studying a subject in a relevant field. This may include but is not limited to Video Production, Sport Management, Broadcasting, Journalism, Marketing and Communications.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Serve as the PC Director for all 36 Larks home games. The team is made up of 3 Camera Operators, 1 Camera Director, 1 Technical PC Director, and 1 Broadcaster.
- This application is specifically for the Technical PC Director position on the broadcast.
- The Technical PC Director is responsible for running commercials, graphics on the broadcast, checking sound levels, running replays, capturing highlights in-game, uploading them to Dropbox, naming highlights, and more.
- The Technical PC Director will create the Lead-In Show for the broadcast before each game with the assistance of the broadcaster.
- The Technical PC Director also communicates with the Northwoods League broadcast supervisor occasionally to ensure streaming is working properly.
- Maintain proper care of broadcast equipment.
- Create graphic and video content for Larks video board.
- Create graphic and video content for Larks social media.
- Create graphic and video content for Funatix Events.
- Represent the team at various Larks and Funatix Events, and participate in other outside, community events and mascot appearances, as defined by the team.
- Promote a positive fan experience by interacting with our fans in all areas of the ballpark.
General Team Responsibilities
- Game and Team Event Availability: Expected to be available for all Bismarck Larks home games and team events, this includes weekends and holidays.
- Funatix Event Availability: Expected to be available for all Funatix Events including but not limited to the Mandan Rodeo Days, company picnics, festivals, etc. A full event list will be provided. This includes weekends and holidays.
- Game Day and Event Hours: Expected to be available from mid to late morning through the end of the game and/or event. The schedule will be decided by the direct supervisor on a homestand and event basis.
- Non-Game Day/Event Hours: Expected to attend office hours of 9 AM-5 PM each weekday.
- Assist with distribution of team pocket schedules, posters and other marketing materials throughout the stadium and community.
- Assist with ballpark set-up and tear-down before-the-season, after-the-season and during each homestand.
- Assist with event set-up and tear-down at team events and Funatix Events.
- Assist with Family Fun zone set-up and tear-down.
- Maintain ballpark cleanliness including but not limited to: cleaning tables, chairs, Family Fun Zone area, etc.
- Every intern will be required to perform as the mascot at least once during the summer.
- All other duties as assigned by Larks front office staff.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Previous internship or job in live sports production preferred
- Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, InDesign, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom)
- Experience in a fast paced environment
- The ability to work extended hours upwards of 14 hours and lift 30-50 lbs
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Must be a team player with strong leadership and communication skills
- Must be enthusiastic with a desire to work hard and have a positive “can‐do” attitude
- Ability to multi‐task and handle responsibility
- Self‐ motivated and ability to take initiative
- Enthusiastic team player, shows enjoyment and interest in working collaboratively
- Uphold our core values: Experience Obsessed, Positive Energy, Innovating Constantly, and Community Rooted. These core values set the tone in everything we do, help us succeed on and off the field, make a difference in the community and provide the best experience in sports. It is important that the person in the position commits themselves to these core values.
- Uphold our service vision: Happy People Making People Happy. We want people who love what they do, who find joy in making others laugh or smile, who want to use fun and happiness to make a difference in the lives of coworkers, clients and fans.
Reports To: Video Production Manager
Stipend & Housing: While this is an unpaid internship, the Larks offer a stipend to assist with living expenses, including housing, transportation, and meals. The organization provides two housing options designed to accommodate both local interns and those relocating to Bismarck for the duration of the internship.
Option 1-
Stipend-$1000/Month
Housing-Not Provided. Intern is responsible for providing their own housing.
Option 2-
Stipend-$500/Month
Housing: Housing is provided by the organization. If a security deposit or utility expenses are required, they will be the responsibility of the intern.
Credit: College credit towards a major, minor or general elective may be earned.
Work Samples / Portfolio: Please provide a link to work samples, sizzle reels or online portfolio in your resume or cover letter section of the application. Links can be YouTube, personal website, Dropbox, or Google Drive. Work samples could include but are not limited to: videos, graphic design, or writing.
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.
