2026 Spring Promotions/Community Relations Internship

Join the Gateway Grizzlies Professional Baseball Team as a Promotions/Community Relations Intern for the 2026 Spring season The internship offers students the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in professional sports through our dynamic internship program. The internship runs from January through May. The Gateway Grizzlies are located in Sauget, IL and have been a part of the Frontier League since 2001. The Grizzlies returned to the playoffs for the third consecutive year in 2025
Check us out:
Qualifications:

• Must be for college credit
• Authorized to work in the U.S. 
• Self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented, outgoing, and energetic 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work effectively in a team environment  
• Must be comfortable in front of large crowds 
• Able to meet deadlines and balance multiple tasks 
• Knowledge of basic computer skills (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, etc.) 
• Must be willing and able to lift items up to 50 lbs. for set up and take down of games and events 
• Must have a car and driver's license 
• Flexible to work long days, evenings, weekends, and holidays 

Responsibilities:

• Promote the Grizzlies organization throughout the community as a member of the "street team" 
• Represent Grizzlies at events such as parades and community activities 
• Schedule and coordinate mascot appearances and events (be available for community appearances with or as the mascot) 
• Assist in the implementation of activities including: On-field promotional items and props, pre-game giveaways, post-game activities, and upkeep of promotional items/equipment, etc.
• Develop and write scripts and game intros for the public announcer as well as the game emcee. 
• Assist in the planning and execution of promotion theme nights and mid-inning games 
• Research, create, produce, and implement fun on-field games for adults and children. 
• Answer phone calls & everyday questions about the Gateway Grizzlies organization

Compensation:

• Unpaid internship 
• Candidates can work games and extra events for compensation at an hourly rate. 
• Housing is not provided for the internship (Applicants should consider the Greater St. Louis Area for housing)

Over the years, Gateway Grizzlies interns have gone on and worked in all 4 major league sports Are you ready for the opportunity? If so, we look forward to reviewing your application.
Gateway Grizzlies is an Equal Opportunity Employer