The Tampa Bay Rays are seeking a creative, and team-oriented individual to join the Promotions and Events department as a Marketing and Promotions Intern. The intern will assist with planning, coordinating, and executing a wide range of promotional initiatives, community events, and fan engagement activities.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in managing the Rays promotional event teams; i.e., Rays and Rowdies Street Team and Mascots.
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the Rays Rookies Kids Club.
- Serve as an on-site lead at community and Rays sponsored events to assist, oversee, and evaluate part-time staff performance.
- Assist in the execution of events such as watch parties, parade entries, Rays Fan Fest, and Running with the Rays 5k.
- Support in the development and coordination of theme ticket packages and giveaways.
- Oversee the distribution of Bar League items.
- Maintain weekly inventory of promotional supplies, signage, and event equipment.
- Perform regular maintenance and upkeep of promotional vehicles (gas, wash, and service as needed).
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
- Strong communication skills and a positive, professional, customer-focused attitude
- Knowledge of baseball preferred
- Experience in sports, live events, marketing, promotions, or event planning preferred
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and all home games and special events
- Availability from January–September, including regular office hours
- Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions for extended periods
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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.
