What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Office Internship (Summer) position at Danville Otterbots?
Internship Summary:
The Danville Otterbots are a proud member of the Appalachian League, powered by Major League Baseball and USA Baseball. Located in Danville, Virginia, the Otterbots take pride in entrenching themselves within the Southside Virginia community by providing unique, unforgettable experiences. This internship is designed to expose individuals to the business side of the sports and entertainment industry by providing a fun, hands-on experience.
Internship Goals:
- Learn the day-to-day business functions and impact of a small-market sports organization.
- Gain the ability to execute elite experiential game day promotions and other various events within a ballpark.
- Develop a relationship selling and revenue generating skill set.
- Exposure to leadership roles and managerial responsibilities associated with one or more of the following concentrations;
- Box Office, Groups & Hospitality Sales
- Food & Beverage
- Merchandise
- Marketing & Media Communications
- Creative Services & Content
- Stadium Operations & Events
- Promotions & Entertainment
Internship Requirements:
- Full-Time summer internship from Mid-May to the beginning of August.
- Must be working towards a Bachelor’s degree in sports management, communications, sales or other business major.
- Must be able to work all events and game days.
- Be able to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Danville Baseball Club, LLC is owned and operated by Knuckleball Entertainment. It is an equal opportunity employer and strives for diversity within its full-time, seasonal, and game day staff. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds, especially racial, ethnic, gender and sexual orientation minorities, veterans, people with disabilities, and people with non- traditional backgrounds to apply for this position. Most importantly, no matter their background, the person selected for this position must embrace, advocate for, and deeply value equity, diversity, and inclusivity.
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