What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fan Engagement & Marketing Intern position at Badlands Big Sticks?
Company Description
Badlands Big Sticks Baseball is a summer collegiate baseball team located in Dickinson, North Dakota. Founded in 2018, the team has been providing family-oriented entertainment with great baseball to Dickinson and the surrounding communities ever since.
In 2026, the Badlands Big Sticks will enter their 3rd season as members of the Northwoods League - a summer collegiate wood bat league founded in 1994 with 26 teams across seven states and one province, which has produced over 400 Major Leaguers in its 30-year history.
We are proud to represent the people of Western North Dakota and exemplify the spirit of Theodore Roosevelt.
Internship Information:
- Start Date: ASAP (May 19th)
- End Date: 2nd Week of August (TENTATIVE)
- Housing provided beginning May 19th
- Applicant must be able to have their own vehicle/means of transportation during the duration of the internship
- Current enrollment in a college program is required
- Expected to be available for all Badlands Big Sticks home games and team events, this includes weekends and holidays
- Expected to be available during the entirety of games/events from report time through conclusion of responsibilities. Schedule will be dictated by supervisor and is subject to change daily
- Expected to be available on non-game days to attend meetings, work office hours, and complete responsibilities as assigned
- Must be able to aid in all areas of team operation including, but not limited to, ballpark set-up and tear-down on gamedays, pre and post-season cleaning and organization, acting as the mascot when needed, and taking out the trash
- $1,500 stipend paid to candidate for the duration of the season
Responsibilities
- Serve as a backup camera operator when needed (training provided)
- Assist in coordinating and executing events sponsored or attended by the organization
- Organize and oversee game day activities, theme nights, and sponsor promotions
- Manage and track inventory supplies for games and promotions
- Host on-field promotions and fan engagement activities in front of 500–1,200 fans each game
- Assist with coordination of pregame on-field activities
- Contribute to writing the game script used by the PA announcer and staff
- Brainstorm and implement new in-game promotion ideas to increase fan involvement and reduce repetition
- Lead fan engagement opportunities such as community events, birthday parties, or special group outings
- Draft press releases and assist with media communications as needed
- Create graphics using Canva and support social media post creation
- Write and submit the Dickinson Press Bulletin release on deadline
- Assist with ballpark setup and teardown according to the task list
- Support operations and merchandise with tasks when needed
Qualifications
· Person must be high-motor and energy
· Comfortability with speaking on a microphone in front of 500-1500 fans
· Ability to stay organized
· Passion for entertainment and sports
· Work well with others and great communication skills
· Strong writing skills is a plus
· Experience with Canva, Capcut, and social media
· Ability to lift 50 pounds
Credit
- College credit towards a major, minor, or general elective may be earned
Cover Letter/ Questions
- Please email cover letter, resume, and any questions to brandon@badlandsbigsticks.com