2027 Spring Baseball Operations Intern

Ripken Baseball•Myrtle Beach, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ripken Experience Myrtle Beach is hiring a Baseball Operations Intern to assist with tournaments, All-Ripken Games, and event operations at its Myrtle Beach complex and potentially at other Ripken complexes. The internship runs from February 9, 2027, through May 2, 2027, and pays $10 per hour. The company will work with the intern’s school to help secure any college credit required for successful completion of the program. The intern will support event planning and execution, facility operations and upkeep, and the participant experience. Duties include announcing college and high school baseball and high school softball games, playing music, operating the scoreboard, relaying messages to the Tournament Director, and completing operational tasks around the complex. The intern will learn The Ripken Way and gain experience in management, coaching, and facility operations while working with staff across departments. Nights and weekends are required. Strong performance may lead to consideration for other Ripken Baseball opportunities after the internship.

Requirements

Prior customer service experience.
Prior experience working with children, with patience and compassion.
Outgoing, friendly personality; excellent communication skills; strong initiative; and high energy.
Ability and willingness to physically perform all job responsibilities.
Strong attention to detail and ability to solve problems efficiently and manage and resolve conflict in high-pressure situations while maintaining composure and professionalism.
Strong time-management skills.
Strong interest in sports and the sports industry, with motivation to improve, ask questions, and expand knowledge.
Ability to work in person in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Availability to work variable hours, including nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

College student interested in sports administration and operations and working for a baseball-focused company.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, preparation, and execution of programming at the facility.
Learn The Ripken Way and the standards and practices used to operate tournaments.
Create a fun, dynamic atmosphere for event participants, build camaraderie, and act as a positive role model.
Help coordinate and execute other Ripken Baseball programming.
Gain management and coaching experience while assisting independently with facility operations.
Announce college and high school baseball and high school softball games, play music, operate the scoreboard, relay messages to the Tournament Director, and complete operational tasks around the complex.
Assist with weekly facility maintenance and upkeep.
Maintain professionalism and provide extraordinary customer service.
Collaborate with staff across departments and learn about their functions and operations.
Demonstrate initiative and help uphold the values of the Ripken name and brand.
Communicate with coaches and parents before and after tournaments to provide an elevated experience for young athletes.
Work with staff to achieve objectives effectively and efficiently and provide a memorable experience for participants.