Baseball Field Turf Intern

Diamond Baseball Holdings; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Reading Fightin Phils internship program offers hands-on experience in Minor League Baseball field operations at FirstEnergy Stadium. The Grounds Crew Intern gains skills in turf management, field setup, and event support under supervision.

The role develops practical expertise in mowing, fertilizing, irrigation, and safety, with opportunities to contribute to game-day preparations and special projects.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a two- or four-year turfgrass or horticultural program.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Self-motivated, with a willingness and eagerness to learn.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, work on your feet for extended periods, and perform labor-intensive tasks.
• Ability to work mornings, days, nights, weekends, and holidays, including all home games.
• Ability to perform in adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Turfgrass Cultural Practices: mowing, topdressing, aerifying, verticutting, overseeding, fertilizing.
• Game Day Field Preparation: field marking, setup, dragging, tarp removal, and equipment management.
• Equipment & Safety: basic maintenance, tool repair, and safety adherence.
• General Field Care & Event Support: field prep/restoration, special projects, litter removal, and event support.

Skills

Turfgrass maintenance

Field operations

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

Turfgrass or horticulture program

Job description

Reading Fightin Phils internship program offers hands-on experience in Minor League Baseball field operations at FirstEnergy Stadium. The Grounds Crew Intern gains skills in turf management, field setup, and event support under supervision.

The role develops practical expertise in mowing, fertilizing, irrigation, and safety, with opportunities to contribute to game-day preparations and special projects.