Stadium Operations Intern - Frederick Keys

About the role

Attain Sports brings a community-focused, values-driven, and player-centric approach to connect diverse groups and create impact through the power of sports. The company was formed in 2021 and presents an affordable, family-friendly sports and entertainment portfolio that brings a commitment to community engagement, customer service, innovation, and the professional growth and development of its family of athletes and employees.

Attain Sports owns and manages four baseball teams: the Baltimore Orioles Double-A affiliate Chesapeake Baysox, the Baltimore Orioles High-A affiliate Frederick Keys, the MLB Draft League Aberdeen IronBirds, and the Atlantic League Professional Baseball Club Spire City Ghost Hounds. Additionally, Attain Sports is an owner of the United Soccer League (USL) Championship Club Loudoun United FC.

Start Date: January 2027

End Date: May 14, 2027 (school schedule permitting)

The Frederick Keys Stadium Operations Intern is a part-time internship designed only for current university students who will be receiving college credit for participation in this internship. The Stadium Operations Intern will be gaining real-world experience with responsibilities within the organization. They will receive the opportunity to work with an experienced operations and grounds team, build a strong professional network, and maintain a top facility.

Qualifications

• College sophomores, juniors, seniors, or graduate students working for academic credit in Sport Management, Facility Management, or similar fields.
• Ability to work event nights, weekends, and holidays as required
• Safe operation of small engine equipment (leaf blower, string trimmers, etc.)
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work on foot for long periods of time
• Organized individual who can complete tasks in a timely manner

General Responsibilities

• Assist in facility preparation for home games and outside events, as assigned by Stadium Operations Manager
• Aid in daily operation and maintenance of a 5,000-seat ballpark
• Gain knowledge and familiarity in planning and executing events within our facility, general facility upkeep, and inventory or ordering of supplies
• Work Frederick Keys home games as directed by the Stadium Operations Manager
• Spend time shadowing and learning from top-tier operations and grounds staff, as directed by the Stadium Operations Manager. This includes, but is not limited to, inspections, submitting and organizing invoices, and reviewing outside vendors.
• Assist with the set-up and break down of non-game events held at the stadium
• Assist with the organization and inventory of operation storage spaces
• Work with the operations team to ensure the ballpark is operating in a safe and efficient manner
• Learn more about and assist with the seasonal preparation of Nymeo Field
• All other duties assigned by Senior Marketing and Gameday Manager, Stadium Operations Manager, or General Manager of the Keys

Game Day Responsibilities

• Prepare stadium for game day including, but not limited to, wiping down counter tops, checking fixtures for malfunctions, maintenance, and other duties as assigned
• Assist with the set-up, take down, and operation of the fun zone, as required
• Work with the marketing and sales teams to execute promotions
• Engage with fans and improve stadium experience in real-time based on feedback
• Assist with set-up and take-down of parking barriers as well as assist with parking needs, as required
• Assist with organization and execution of Kids Run the Bases after every home game

Additional information

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