An intern with the Pensacola Blue Wahoos will learn in an organization and environment that is recognized as one of the best in minor league baseball. The Blue Wahoos hope to provide each intern valuable learning experience while the college or university course requirements are met. Interns must be part of a college or university program or course and receive school credit in lieu of compensation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (with an emphasis on education)
• Learn to perform routine and non-routine maintenance of the entire playing surface including synthetic turf and infield dirt.
• Broaden their knowledge base by assisting the Head Groundskeeper in the proper procedures for executing flawless field management.
• Attend Wahoos U training program for knowledge and professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements and Preferred Skills
• High level of integrity
• Grade point average of 3.0 or higher
• Leadership demonstrated in school organizations, sports and/or work experiences
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong mathematical skills and experience in handling monies and payments
• Strong teamwork skills as well as the ability to work independently and self-motivate
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize goals
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to attend company events of all types
• Ability to learn in fast paced environment
• Ability to learn in flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Ability to pull tarp and other manual labor tasks, part of the baseball learning experience
* In order to continue our mission of improving the lives of the people in the communities that we serve, priority in hiring interns and trainees will be given to those applicants who live in the area or attend school in the area of the position posting. *
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.
