The Lexington County Blowfish Baseball Club is seeking enthusiastic individuals to apply for the 2024 Summer Internship Program. This opportunity is perfect for college students who are looking for an introduction to the sports business or baseball.
This is an internship that will be hands on and fast paced, while allowing you to gain valuable experience in multiple areas of the organization. One of the primary responsibilities is ensuring that all fans have an unforgettable experience at the ballpark each night.
How is our internship different from other sports teams?
As a Blowfish intern, you will not be stuck in one area. Instead, we offer you the opportunity to gain valuable experience in EVERY area that we offer with the organization.
One night you could be scanning tickets at the front gate, the next night you might be preparing food in the concession stand, the following night you may be working in the merchandise stand and the next night you could be on the field running game day promotions and entertainment.
Our summer interns will gain experience in each of the following areas:
- Tickets (Box Office, Front Gate and Sales)
- Entertainment (Game Day Promotions and Script Writing)
- Fan Experience (Guest Services and Hospitality)
- Merchandise (Team Store and Inventory)
- Press Box (Video Board, Scoreboard and Video Stream Production)
- Food and Beverage (Concession Stand, All-You-Can-Eat Tent and Inventory)
- Stadium Operations (Field Maintenance, Stadium Upkeep, Clubhouse Management, Laundry)
- Media Relations (Website Management, Feature Writing and Press Releases)
How's it all sound so far?
The Blowfish summer internship program is designed to provide you training in each area so you will gain valuable skills that assist in progressing your sports career.
Job Requirements:
- All interns are expected to work all home games and home playoff games during the 2024 season.
- Stadium work is part of the internship – This could include daily tasks such as hanging signs, cleaning bathrooms, picking up garbage, bagging ice, sweeping the concourse and mopping indoor facilities. This is an essential part of the summer for each intern.
Who are we looking for?
The Blowfish are seeking college students who live in the Midlands of South Carolina or attend a local college or university. Interns are required to routinely travel to Lexington County Baseball Stadium. It is highly preferred that students are able to receive course credit from their college or university for the summer internship. Interns must be available to work from mid-May through the first week of August. The season begins May 23 and ends August 3. Orientation will begin May 15.
About the Blowfish:
Named after the best band of the 90s – Hootie and the Blowfish – the Blowfish are a summer collegiate baseball team located in Lexington, South Carolina, and affiliated with the Coastal Plain League. The Blowfish are famous for community engagement, all-you-can-eat ticket plans and providing affordable family fun at the ballpark. The Blowfish are locally-owned by Bill and Vicki Shanahan. Last year, more than 25 interns celebrated on the field as the team won the 2023 CPL Petitt Cup Championship. The Blowfish also were named the 2023 CPL Organization of the Year.
Ready to learn more? Apply today and let's chat about our summer internship program.
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.
