What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stadium Operations - 2026 Fall Internship position at Gateway Grizzlies?
Join the Gateway Grizzlies Professional Baseball Team as a Stadium Operations Intern for the 2026 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 August to September. The Gateway Grizzlies are located in Sauget, IL and have been a part of the Frontier League since 2001. The Grizzlies made the playoffs in 2025 for the third consecutive year!
Check us out: www.gatewaygrizzlies.com
Qualifications:
- Must be for college credit. Students must stay for the entire duration of the internship regardless if hours are met.
- Authorized to work in the U.S.
- Valid drivers license
- Work effectively in a team environment.
- Must be able to problem solve quickly and work efficiently in an intense environment.
- Able to meet deadlines and balance multiple tasks.
- Must be willing and able to lift items up to 50 lbs. for set up and take down of games and events.
- Self-motivated, organized, and detail oriented.
- Flexible to work long days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibilities:
- Managing, coordinating, and assisting employees in an assigned concession area.
- Creating and maintaining a clean, safe and fun ballpark for all fans and players.
- Assisting in inventory controls to ensure that the facility is adequately stocked for all events.
- Ensuring meals and areas are prepped and ready for teams before or after games.
- Coordinating all aspects of ballpark rentals- concerts, college games, city championships, etc. to provide the best possible experience to our clients.
- Assisting in all facets of preventative maintenance for the ballpark
- Managing employees, janitorial services, and security around the ballpark for games and events.
- Acting as the primary liaison between group sales and catering departments.
- Ensuring that facility is prepared to accommodate group outings each night.
- Helping and learning about end-of-night finances and reports.
- Assisting in grounds and field maintenance around the ballpark
- Answering phone calls & everyday questions about the Gateway Grizzlies organization
- Assisting and learning from other departments throughout the entire internship.
- Being available for community appearances with or as the mascot.
Compensation:
- Unpaid internship (Candidates are required to work 25-40 hours per week for the 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