Ballpark & Event Management Internship

Iowa Travel Industry; Dyersville (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Field of Dreams Movie Site is seeking a Ballpark and Event Management Intern to contribute to the planning and execution of ballpark and special events in Dyersville, Iowa. This paid internship runs May–July 2027 and reports to the Assistant Events Manager.

You will assist in event-day operations, coordination, and office tasks, gaining hands-on experience in sports, tourism, and events management while developing professional skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recent graduate in sports, tourism, or events.
• Preferred internship or work experience in events.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate professionalism and represent the Field of Dreams Movie Site.
• Assist in a variety of event roles and support the official events schedule.
• Manage assigned event responsibilities during office hours and coordinate materials.

Skills

Customer service

Event management

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Leadership

Reliability

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Field of Dreams Movie Site: Position Description

Job Title: Ballpark and Event Management Intern
Reports to: Assistant Events Manager
Type: Internship (May – July, 2027)
Location: Dyersville, Iowa

Summary

The Ballpark and Event Management Intern will contribute to the facilitation, management, and success of ballpark and special events hosted by the Field of Dreams Movie Site.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Demonstrate continuous professionalism, leadership, and respect as a representative of the Field of Dreams Movie Site, especially when working with visitors.
2. Assist and work in a variety of roles that contribute to the success of events hosted at the Field of Dreams Movie Site. See page three for official events schedule.
3. Manage assigned event responsibilities in office hours, including preparing and coordinating event materials.
4. Assist in event-day operations: set-up, ticketing, in-game promotions, crowd control, guest services, clean-up, etc.
5. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Experience

This internship is designed for college students or recent graduates seeking experience in the sports, tourism, and events industries. Preferred applicants have relevant internship or work experience.

The following traits and experiences are preferred:

• Currently pursuing or recently graduated with an associate or bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in event management.
• Experience in customer service.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic, with special attention to detail.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Work well in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to think on your feet and correct course.
• Ability to work well independently and be a self-starter.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable, dependable, and professional.

Pay

This is a paid position

Work Hours

Due to the nature of the internship, intern hours are very dependent on the event schedule. Interns are expected to be available for all dates and events listed and complete office hours during the week. Interns can expect to work untraditional hours in this role.

Request(s)-off

Interns are expected to be available for the entirety of the internship duration. Interns may request time off, though it is not guaranteed. Request(s)-off are granted depending on the event size and staff availability and may result in a stipend deduction.

Housing and Transportation

• Interns are expected to have their own housing for the duration of the internship. We will help coordinate housing the best we can.
• Interns are expected to have transportation and may be asked to transport equipment to and from the Field of Dreams Movie Site and the surrounding area.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Current and valid driver’s license, vehicle, registration and insurance

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing – Approximately greater than 3/4 of on-the-job time
• Walking – Approximately greater than 3/4 of on-the-job time
• Sitting – Approximately greater than 1/3 of on-the-job time
• Use of hands to finger, handle or feel – Approximately greater than 2/3 of on-the-job time
• Reaching with hands and arms – Approximately less than 2/3 but greater than 1/3 of on-the-job time
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling – Approximately less than 2/3 but greater than 1/3 of on-the-job time
• Talking or hearing – Approximately greater than 3/4 of on-the-job time
• Weight lifted/Force exerted – An average of approximately 25 pounds continuously; up to 50 pounds, non-continuously.
• Vision – Must have clear vision near and far, with or without corrective measures

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

• Environmental – Occasionally exposed to working near moving mechanical parts. Position requires time outdoors and weather conditions may impact some facilities with regards to humidity and/or temperature fluctuations
• Noise – Moderate to Loud (i.e. utility vehicles, public address, mowers, computers, printers, fax machines, light traffic, large groups, crowds, etc.)

2027 Field of Dreams Food & Beverage Internship Schedule

• May 10th – 16th: Training and Orientation | TBA Ballpark Event
• May 17th – 23rd: TBA Ballpark Events
• May 24rd – 30th: Dyersville Dreamers Preparation | Opening Day NWL
• May 31th – June 6th: Iowa High School Baseball Series
• June 7th – June 13th: Northwoods Games
• June 14th – June 20th: Northwoods Games
• June 21th – June 27th: Northwoods Games
• June 28th- July 4rd: Northwoods Games
• July 19th – July 25th: Northwoods Games
• July 26th – July 31st: Northwoods Games

Possible Additional Opportunities

• August 10th: MiLB at Field of Dreams
• August 12th: MLB at Field of Dreams
• September 10th – 11th: Banana Ball at the Field of Dreams

Details

The application deadline, December 1, 2026. Background checks will be conducted prior to employment.

The Field of Dreams Movie Site is owned by Dyersville Events, Inc., an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.