About the role#
This is a paid internship based in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, for the summer of 2027. You will support the operations side of week-long baseball tournaments at The Ripken Experience. The role requires working on-site, including nights and weekends based on tournament schedules.
What you'll do#
- Assist the Event Coordinator with tournament paperwork, rosters, and welcome packets.
- Serve as a tournament official, which includes announcing games and operating scoreboards.
- Act as a point of contact for coaches to answer tournament questions.
- Support front office staff with team registration, opening ceremonies, and Sunday skills competitions.
- Handle basic grounds crew tasks like field maintenance and filling water coolers.
- Perform cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, stocking restrooms, and trash removal.
- Help the concessions and Retail Manager with inventory, customer payments, and grill work.
- Collaborate with the team to ensure participants have a positive experience.
What you'll need#
- You are currently working toward a college degree.
- Prior work experience in a customer service environment.
- An outgoing, friendly personality with strong communication skills.
- High energy, initiative, and the ability to solve problems.
- Strong attention to detail and time-management skills.
- A genuine passion for sports.
Location & details#
- Location: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
- Term: May 13, 2027, to August 8, 2027.
- Physical requirements: Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and work in extreme heat or dusty conditions.
About Ripken Baseball
Ripken Baseball operates as a sales and marketing firm based in Aberdeen, Maryland. The company manages the business and philanthropic activities associated with Cal Ripken, Jr. and Bill Ripken. It oversees several amateur baseball complexes and maintains the Ripken brand. The organization has between 51 and 200 employees.
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