Current university students with technical skills in Microsoft Suite and a focus on community engagement will find this part-time internship in the sports industry offers hands-on experience in group sales and hospitality.
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Original posting from Attain Sports via Greenhouse
Attain Sports brings a community-focused, values-driven, and player-centric approach to connect diverse groups and create impact through the power of sports. The company was formed in 2021 and presents an affordable, family-friendly sports and entertainment portfolio that brings a commitment to community engagement, customer service, innovation, and the professional growth and development of its family of athletes and employees.
Attain Sports owns and manages four baseball teams: the Baltimore Orioles Double-A affiliate Chesapeake Baysox, the Baltimore Orioles High-A affiliate Frederick Keys, the MLB Draft League Aberdeen IronBirds, and the Atlantic League Professional Baseball Club Spire City Ghost Hounds. Additionally, Attain Sports is an owner of the United Soccer League (USL) Championship Club Loudoun United FC.
The Frederick Keys Sales and Hospitality Intern is a part-time internship designed only for current university students who will be receiving college credit for participation in this internship. The Sales and Hospitality Intern will be gaining real-world experience with responsibilities within the organization. They will receive the opportunity to learn and observe how a professional sports organization operates and gain valuable skills in communication, fan experience, and sports ticket sales.
QUALIFICATIONS
College sophomores, juniors, seniors, or graduate students working for academic credit in Sport Management, Business Management, or Sales.
Thorough knowledge of the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Ability to uphold company and Attain customer service standards
Individual must be energetic, enthusiastic, and a dedicated team player
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work event nights, weekends, and holidays as required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to pay attention to details
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in grass roots advertising and prospecting for group events
Gain knowledge and experience in servicing group and sponsorship clients
Gain experience in clear and friendly phone manners through answering phones and learning how to make outbound calls
Work Frederick Keys home games as directed by the Group Sales Manager
Spend time shadowing and learning from top-tier Group Sales Account Managers and Sponsorship Sales Account Manager as directed by the Group Sales Manager
Represent the organization, as needed, at outside community events and appearances
Work non-gameday Frederick Keys events held at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium
Research and identify potential clients and groups for group events and sponsorship
All other duties assigned by Senior Marketing and Gameday Manager, Group Sales Manager, and General Manager of the Keys
GAME DAY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with the set-up and take down of booked hospitality areas
Host and attend to group birthday parties
Host and attend to group hospitality spaces including suites and picnics
Meet and engage with groups located in the seating bowl to ensure superior fan experience
Engage with fans and ensure top customer service at Nymeo Guest Services
Assist with the execution of paid on-field groups such as Anthem Buddies, National Anthems, color guard, and parades.
Attain Sports is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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