What are the responsibilities and job description for the Waterloo Bucks Group Sales Intern position at Cedar Rapids Kernels?
Group Sales Intern | Waterloo Bucks
BACKGROUND:
The Waterloo Bucks are a member of the Northwoods League, which is the proven leader in the development of elite college baseball players. The Waterloo Bucks are owned by the Cedar Rapids Ball Club Inc. which also owns the Cedar Rapids Kernels.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position is a Full-Time paid Internship, beginning on March 31, 2025 and runs through mid August. This internship will be responsible for selling groups and tickets for the Waterloo Bucks but will work out of the Cedar Rapids Kernels office, in Cedar Rapids, IA. Travel to Waterloo may be required for games/activities. This position will also receive commission based on sales made, in addition to their base pay.
Responsibilities:
- Sell & execute group outings and ticket packages with a focus on groups of 15-250 people, daycares, senior homes & other non-business sales
- The main emphasis will be selling over the phone
- Be organized and keep records of sales calls and ticket sales
- Start the process of booking groups and effectively communicate with the Group Sales Supervisor to complete booking.
- Assist with Waterloo Bucks games, and events in Waterloo as needed; should be prepared to work 50 hours a week during the season
- Required Game Days: Expect to work in the Cedar Rapids office until Noon. Intern will then head to Waterloo to assist with pregame tasks and will continue to assist with various jobs until game ends.
- During the game you may be responsible for working the following assignments: souvenir store, on-field activities, ticket booth/will call, guest services, and other duties assigned
- Non-Game Day: 9:00am – 5:00pm in the Cedar Rapids Office
- Expect to work some weekends throughout the months of May-August
- Be flexible and willing to help out as needed with the Waterloo or Cedar Rapids club
Qualifications: Individual should have a genuine interest in gaining sales experience in the sports industry. The ideal candidate must have experience working with Microsoft and Outlook programs and a willingness to learn. Must be able to work long hours, holidays, and weekends. Also requires excellent customer service skills, ability to achieve sales goals, and be a team player.
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.
