Sports Turf Internship - Housing Included, Field Ops

Genesis Distribution; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site housing

Job summary

Little League International in Williamsport, PA offers a Sports Turf Internship for Summer 2027 from May 1 to August 30. The role is 35 hours per week at $18/hour with on-site housing available under a housing agreement.

Successful candidates will undergo background checks and work with the Turf & Groundskeeper on various field maintenance tasks. Responsibilities include sod work, aeration, and clay repairs; maintenance of infield surfaces; irrigation and fertilization support; tarp handling and

Qualifications

• Applicant must be currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Agronomy, Turf Grass Management or related field.
• Knowledge of baseball field dimensions and layout is preferred.
• General knowledge of operating and maintaining grounds keeping equipment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and lifting.
• Must pass criminal background check.
• Flexible schedule including holidays, evenings, and weekends as needed.
• Able to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and rain.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sod work, warning track maintenance, aeration, mound/plate/bullpen clay repairs.
• Maintain and repair infield surfaces, fertilization, irrigation, and pesticide programs as appropriate.
• Assist with tarp pulls, field preparations (mowing, edging, clay work, dragging, lining).
• Participate in preventative maintenance of grounds equipment and game-day logistics meetings.

Skills

Baseball field knowledge

Groundskeeping equipment operation

Valid driver's license

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Work in all weather

Background check clearance

Flexible scheduling

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Agronomy, Turf Grass Management or related field

Job description

Little League International in Williamsport, PA offers a Sports Turf Internship for Summer 2027 from May 1 to August 30. The role is 35 hours per week at $18/hour with on-site housing available under a housing agreement.

Successful candidates will undergo background checks and work with the Turf & Groundskeeper on various field maintenance tasks. Responsibilities include sod work, aeration, and clay repairs; maintenance of infield surfaces; irrigation and fertilization support; tarp handling and