About the role#
The Washington Wild Things are seeking interns for the 2027 season to support our retail operations. Interns gain hands-on experience in merchandising, inventory management, and sports business. You will help manage the team store, assist fans, and contribute to the overall game-day experience. This role is designed for students seeking college credit.
What you'll do#
- Manage daily team store operations and provide customer service.
- Process transactions and assist with product recommendations.
- Receive, organize, and stock merchandise shipments.
- Conduct inventory counts and maintain accurate records.
- Label and price products while organizing storage areas.
- Create and maintain merchandise displays throughout the stadium.
- Prepare merchandise for promotional nights and product launches.
- Track sales trends and contribute ideas for new apparel.
- Assist with product photography and marketing efforts.
- Support merchandise operations during home games and special events.
What you'll need#
- A strong interest in sports business, retail management, or marketing.
- An outgoing and friendly personality.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask.
- A willingness to learn, take initiative, and accept feedback.
- Comfort handling transactions and point-of-sale systems.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
- A creative mindset regarding product presentation.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, home games, and special events.
- Previous retail or customer service experience is preferred.
- Current enrollment in a program requiring college credit.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, PA.
- Term: Summer 2027 (Late April through early September).
- Modality: On-site.
- Commitment: Full-time hours including evenings and weekends.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship for college credit.
About Washington Wild Things
The Washington Wild Things operate as an independent minor league baseball team. Based in Washington, Pennsylvania, the organization produces baseball games and concerts at EQT Park. The company was founded in 2002 and currently maintains a staff of 70 employees. It functions as a privately held entity within the spectator sports industry.
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