What are the responsibilities and job description for the Game Day Intern (paid) Summer Semester position at Memphis Redbirds?
The Memphis Redbirds, Triple A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals, are searching for high school juniors and seniors and college students looking to gain experience in the sports industry.
The paid Seasonal Game Day Intern position is general in nature and will work through multiple departments within the Memphis Redbirds game day operations. Selected candidates will be given the opportunity to maximize the scope of their development and experience for future career opportunities. Interns will work mostly night and weekend hours following the schedule of the Redbirds games.
The paid Seasonal Game Day Intern position is general in nature and will work through multiple departments within the Memphis Redbirds game day operations. Selected candidates will be given the opportunity to maximize the scope of their development and experience for future career opportunities. Interns will work mostly night and weekend hours following the schedule of the Redbirds games.
Must be 16 or older to apply. Job duties and hours worked are subject to change. Priority will be given to interns who are local to the Memphis area, however applicants who are not local are still encouraged to apply. Class schedules and general availability will be discussed during the interview process.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operations – provide excellent customer service for guests by working as an usher, at entry gates, or in premium areas; assist with pre-game set-up and closing the stadium at the conclusion of events.
- Marketing – assist with giveaways, sponsorship activations, pre-game, in-game, and post-game fan activities
- Assist with tarp pulls as assigned
- Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times
- Other duties as assigned to successfully host first-class events
The information provided in this job description is designed to provide the general nature and level of work performed by team members within the job classification. The job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all work duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job. This job description will be updated, modified, and revised by the Company, at its sole discretion, from time to time as it deems necessary to meet the business needs of the Company.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- High school junior, senior or college student seeking class credit or entry level position
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as team schedules require
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to successfully communicate with the public and other employees
- Willingness to learn with a positive, can-do attitude
- Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in stressful situations
Physical Demands:
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including heat, cold, and rain
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
- Ability to push/pull with hands/arms
- Ability to walk/run during tarp pulls
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
