What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing Intern position at Frederick Keys?
Start Date: May 2025
End Date: September 2025 (school schedule permitting)
Compensation: Unpaid; College Credit
Job Description
The Frederick Keys Marketing Intern is a part-time internship designed only for current university students who will be receiving college credit for participation in this internship. The Marketing Intern will be gaining real-world experience with responsibilities within the organization. They will receive the opportunity to work with an experienced marketing team, build a strong professional network, and engage with our fans through multiple avenues.
QUALIFICATIONS
- College sophomores, juniors, seniors, or graduate students working for academic credit in Sport Management or Marketing.
- Thorough knowledge of the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Have experience with Facebook, Instagram, X, and other social media platforms
- Have some experience with Adobe Photoshop
- Ability to uphold company and Attain customer service standards
- Individual must be energetic, enthusiastic, and a dedicated team player
- Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, and strong organization skills
- Ability to work event nights, weekends, and holidays as required
- Eager to listen, learn, and receive constructive feedback
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Promote the Keys various events and promotions in the community through the distribution of marketing materials and pocket schedules.
- Assist with social media coverage of outside public appearances and events
- Gain knowledge and experience in management and responsibilities of marketing a professional sports team
- Work Frederick Keys home games as directed by the Senior Marketing and Gameday Manager
- Spend time shadowing and learning from top-tier marketing and press box staff, as directed by the Senior Marketing and Gameday Manager
- Represent the organization, as needed, at outside events and appearances
- Represent the organization, as needed, as our mascot Keyote
- Assist with the planning and execution of outside events such as Scout Night and Baseball Camp
- As part of a group, pitch an improvement or addition for a current theme night. If chosen, adhere to a timeline, assist with creation of a game script, and execute a show in house.
- All other duties assigned by Senior Marketing and Gameday Manager and General Manager of the Keys
GAME DAY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with social media coverage of home Frederick Keys games
- Work as a handler of our mascot Keyote to ensure he makes his marks and cues
- Help raise money for the Keys Care charity via wheel of fun
- Engage with fans and ensure top customer service throughout the stadium
- Assist with the coordination, execution, and promotion of theme nights
- Work in all aspects of minor league baseball to gain an understanding of the business.
- Assist with gate entry giveaways, as needed
- Assist with exit giveaways, as needed
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.
