The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp are looking for a limited number of Experience Interns to join our team for the summer of 2026!
Experience Interns are the face of the Pistol Shrimp, representing the team and providing service to fans, sponsors, and community partners. They collaborate with other departments and staff, directing the action to ensure an outstanding experience for every person at Schweickert. They create the environment that our fans love, where all people feel welcome, comfortable, and included.
This Internship provides marketing, sales, fan engagement, and promotions experience during all 28 regular-season home games and special community events.
Responsibilities Include:
- Assist with fulfillment of sponsorship activations, including gameday guests, sponsors, tables, and groups.
- Assist members of the public who require physical assistance.
- Assist with special events and activities as needed, including inflatables.
- Interact positively with other staff
- Greet and assist group outing attendees.
- Assist mascot SouthClaw Sam during games and appearances at community events.
- Assist in the setup and breakdown of all fan services tables, tents, and other materials.
- Interact with the crowd as they enter the stadium, providing a welcoming experience.
- Greet and assist Host Families during Host Family Appreciation.
- Collaborate with other interns to plan, promote, and execute special activities on the assigned Theme Night.
Education and Experience:
- Applicants should be currently enrolled in an accredited program at a College or University. Prior experience working with sports teams, at sports venues, in hospitality, or retail is a plus, but not required. High school juniors and seniors may also be considered, depending on prior experience/involvement with school clubs and/or activities, work, internships, volunteer work, community associations, or other organizations.
Dates & Schedule:
- Expected Availability: May 18, 2026 - August 14, 2026
- Orientation, Training, & Field Setup: May 18 - May 24
- Regular Season: May 25 - August 1
- Postseason: August 2 - August 7
- Packing & Cleaning: August 2 - August 7 or August 8 - August 14
Compensation & More Information:
- Compensation: $500 stipend for the summer. Class credit, if applicable.
- We encourage applicants to consult with their academic advisors to make sure their work experience is suitable for fulfilling degree requirements. This internship provides approximately 150 hours of experience during the summer.
- Please note: Housing is not provided. Applicants who do not reside locally will be expected to secure their own housing if selected.
- Location preference may be given to candidates located in or with confirmed housing within the Illinois Valley footprint or driving distance.
The Pistol Shrimp will begin the review of applications for this position on Monday, February 9, 2026.
About the Pistol Shrimp:
- The Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp are an amateur wood bat summer league baseball team, made up of top college players from around the country who aspire to a career in professional baseball!
- Established in 2019, the Pistol Shrimp are part of The Prospect League, a 20-team league that spans the Midwest from Iowa to Pennsylvania. The Pistol Shrimp are proud to call the Illinois Valley our home and play at Schweickert Stadium at Veterans Memorial Park in Peru, Illinois.
- We would love to have you join our Prospect League Championship team that has accumulated awards for: Prospect League Social Media of the Year, On-Field Activity, Broadcaster, Staff Member, Specialty Jersey, and Theme Night of the Year, as well as numerous Prospect League Fan Awards!
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.
