Intern, Athletic Operations (Fall, 2026)

Major League Baseball (MLB); Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

Major League Baseball (MLB) in Vero Beach, Florida, is seeking an Intern for Athletic Operations. The role involves assisting with daily operations, event coordination, and liaising with clients. Candidates should have a background in athletics and be proficient in MS Office Suite.

This internship offers hands-on experience in a sports environment, supporting significant MLB events. A passion for baseball and the ability to work irregular hours is essential.

Compensation is $15.00 per hour, with opportunities for growth within a dynamic organization.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver's License and excellent driving record.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Previous experience in an athletics environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operation of the athletic department.
• Act as a liaison between clients and JRTC staff.
• Coordinate and execute direct mail marketing efforts.

Skills

Teamwork

MS Office Suite proficiency

Independent work

Problem-solving

Education

Currently enrolled in a 4-year program or equivalent

Job description

The Intern, Athletic Operations for Jackie Robinson Training Complex (JRTC), assists with day-to-day athletic department duties, including events such as the MLB’s Breakthrough Series, Breakthrough Series Invitational Tournament, Hank Aaron Invitational, Elite Development Invitationals, Nike RBI World Regionals, and Nike RBI World Series.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operation of the athletic department.
• Act as a liaison between onsite clients and JRTC staff.
• Research and compile mailing/email blast lists of coaches, managers, athletic department personnel, etc., for distributing sales collateral materials; coordinate and execute direct mail marketing efforts.
• Assist sales staff with outreach and sales calls to amateur, high school, collegiate and professional athletic organizations.
• Assist communications staff with content and review of promotional/sales collateral materials as well as print and digital advertisements promoting events and facilities.
• Other duties as assigned by the Coordinator, Athletic Operations.

Qualifications & Skills

• The preferred candidate will have a two or four year degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Candidates currently enrolled in an accredited 4-year program, with at least three years completed, will also be considered if they are available for the duration of the internship.
• The preferred candidate will have previous experience working in an athletics environment and understanding of the game of baseball.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Candidate must be a professional, self-starter who will work as a team player and also be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite required.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License and excellent driving record.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Pull tarp when necessary.

Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour

The actual offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your work experience, education, skills, and any other factors MLB considers relevant to the hiring decision.

Why MLB?

Major League Baseball (MLB) is the most historic of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. Employees love working at MLB because of the culture of growth, teamwork, and professionalism. Employees who are most successful at MLB take initiative, know how to identify problems and provide solutions, and always put the Team first. For those ready to step up to the plate and join the major leagues, MLB takes the same approach as teams do with their players: empowering our “workforce athletes” to be at their best by engineering experiences that put employees in the best position to succeed. Major League Baseball is looking for candidates who are passionate about growing America’s pastime to best serve its fans for decades to come.

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