Intern, Event Planning (Spring, 2027)

Major League Baseball; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on MLB merchandise

Tickets to MLB/JRTC events

Employee & Family appreciation events

Job summary

Major League Baseball is seeking an Intern in Event Planning at the Jackie Robinson Training Complex (JRTC) in Vero Beach, FL, to support the daily administrative and planning tasks of the JRTC Event Planning team.

The role assists with Spring Training preparations for high school and college teams, helps maintain event records, and supports coordination of housing, meals, meeting spaces, and other event needs throughout the complex.

Job description

Major League Baseball is looking for an Intern, Event Planning in the Event Planning department to support the daily administrative and planning functions of the JRTC Event Planning team. This role assists with Spring Training preparations for high school and college teams, maintains team and event records, communicates with visiting groups, and helps coordinate housing, meals, meeting spaces, and other event needs throughout the complex.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily administrative tasks and event planning preparations for incoming athletic and non-athletic groups
• Communicate with team contacts to confirm arrival and departure details, housing, meals, and special requests, and share updates with the Event Planning team and other internal departments
• Serve as a liaison for non-Spring Training groups, coordinating facility needs such as housing, meals, meeting space, and event logistics
• Assist with the collection, review, and organization of required Spring Training documentation, including waivers, insurance forms, tax exemption certificates, agreements, rooming lists, itineraries, and meal package details
• Assist with facility tours for prospective clients, with a focus on non-athletic event inquiries and revenue-generating opportunities
• Assist with room inspections before coach check-ins
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with MLB baseball and softball development staff, anticipating and coordinating their operational needs
• Prepare guest-facing materials, including welcome packets, meal cards, room key packets, and event signage
• Support hotel-related coordination by assisting with event hotel agreements, tracking room blocks, and supporting the collection and reconciliation of event hotel commissions
• Support Front Desk operations by assisting with check-ins, switchboard coverage, guest service support, and departmental communications, as needed
• Assist with retail operations, including merchandise sales and inventory management, as needed
• Assist with special events and departmental projects, including updating templates, checklists, and procedures for future events
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Coordinator, Event Planning

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma required; current enrollment in an accredited two- or four-year college program or relevant work-based learning program preferred (Hospitality, Event Planning, Sports Management, Business Administration, or related field)
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace preferred; familiarity with Canva is a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to shift quickly between priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, based on event and operational needs
• Valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds

Top MLB Perks

• Discounts on MLB and JRTC merchandise
• Complimentary or discounted tickets to special events at JRTC
• JRTC Employee & Family appreciation events

The Jackie Robinson Training Complex (JRTC), operated by Major League Baseball (MLB) located in Vero Beach, Florida, serves as a year-round hub for amateur development initiatives and events designed to diversify and strengthen the talent pipelines of baseball and softball. We are the permanent home to several signature youth-focused events and programs, such as the Nike RBI World Series and the Hank Aaron Invitational, which teach players how to succeed on and off the field. The historic facility, formerly known as Dodgertown, was renamed Jackie Robinson Training Complex in honor of its trailblazing namesake.

Please note: All job offers will be based on successfully completing a background check.

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.