The Arizona Diamondbacks Legal Department is seeking qualified candidates to participate in our 2010 Spring Semester  Internship Program.

Time Frame:
January – April, 2010
Interviews will be conducted throughout the month of December 2009

Responsiblities:
• Conduct legal research and prepare memorandums summarizing such research
• Assist with filing and other document management tasks
• Assist with the review and drafting of corporate sponsorship, licensing, and other agreements
• Assist with special projects upon request
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:
• Currently enrolled in second or third year (or equivalent) of law school
• Available to work in the Legal Department’s offices at Chase Field for a minimum of ten (10) hours per week during normal business hours
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Excellent legal research skills
• Familiarity with the Arizona Diamondbacks and/or the sports industry, a plus

Compensation/Credit:
• Non-paid - Academic credit will be given if permitted by the intern’s law school

Each year the Cleveland Indians offer a variety of Internships in various departments such as, Corporate Marketing, Human Resources, Marketing, Media Relations, Hosted Events & Catering, and others. Our Internships typically run parallel to the Baseball Season – from March through October.

If you are interested in being considered for a 2010 Internship position with the Cleveland Indians, please know that we will post information in late November/early December 2009.

Thank you all in advance for your interest in joining our team.

The Baseball Operations Intern assists in the day-to-day functions of the Baseball Operations Department, with specific emphasis on player development. Intern will be on site for minor league spring training and then will remain in Jupiter, FL at our spring training facility to oversee the day-to-day functions of our Extended Spring and Gulf Coast Marlins operations. Excellent oral and written skills in English and Spanish are REQUIRED. This individual must have understanding of the game of baseball and have the ability to comprehend and conform to various baseball-mandated rules and regulations. Proficiency w/ computer programs including but not limited to Word, Excel, email, MLB EBIS, and PowerPoint a must. Communication, time-management, multi-tasking skills and strong work ethic are required.

The compensation includes hotel accommodations at minor league team hotel throughout the course of the internship. Breakfast and lunch will be available at minor league complex and cell phone reimbursement of $50 per month during regular season.
 

*Read the information below COMPLETELY. Failure to follow the instructions will affect your candidacy.

 PLEASE NOTE!!!

• If selected for an interview, you will be asked to come to Minute Maid Park in person. You will be responsible for your own travel arrangements.
• The Astros offer scholarships to eligible students. The Houston Astros Internship Scholarship Program has been established to increase opportunities for undergraduate students of limited financial means to be able to complete full time internships with the club.
• Click here to read more information regarding the Houston Astros Internship Scholarship Program».
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• These are full time internship opportunities, which require interns to work a 32 to 40 hour work week. 
• Specific duties and responsibilities will vary based upon the department but this is a "hands on" internship opportunity. 
• If there is a requirement such as language fluency or computer program knowledge, you MUST meet that requirement before selecting that as a department of interest.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Energetic and enthusiastic. • Outgoing, positive attitude and personality. • Must be a “team player”. • Interested in more than just working in a high profile environment. • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment. • Willing to offer ideas and suggestions. • Punctual and professional.

*** Ballpark Entertainment/Production*** The Ballpark Entertainment Intern will be responsible for recording, tape logging, and dubbing highlight clips from Astros games. The selected individual will also be responsible for supporting both the community development and conference center departments through its various events and player appearances. This includes operating video cameras, editing, and other production responsibilities. Other duties include creating graphics such as headshots. The internship is more suited for an individual who possesses experience in computer based programs, such as Avid, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop. The intern candidate should want to pursue a career in sports production. The intern candidate must be able to work all games (which may include day, night, weekend and holiday games). This intern will assume additional roles on an as needed basis. A media production major is recommended for this internship.

*** Graphics *** This intern will work closely with Marketing and other departments in creating a wide range of print graphics including but not limited to: ballpark signage, promotional items, brochures, posters, flyers, postcards, and invitations. In addition, they will help create print ads and interact with various print publications uploading to their FTP sites and performing other functions on an as needed basis. Candidates must have an extensive working knowledge of Adobe Indesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop on a MAC operating system. The selected individual must be able to handle multiple projects under flexible and extreme deadlines. A strong understanding of the printing process and web design is a plus.

*** Market Development *** The Market Development department’s primary goal is the development of niche marketing programs targeted at continuously expanding the ball club’s fan base. The department works in such areas as Spanish-language marketing and community programs, special niche and general market sponsored events, team website content development, as well as Spanish television and radio broadcast. Please visit our Spanish website at www.astrosdehouston.com for more information. The Market Development intern will assist in keeping track of all Astros international media efforts, including print publications, radio and TV broadcast spots and the Spanish website, developing programs to increase traffic to the Spanish website, and serving as a liaison with sponsors via email and phone and may sometimes include in-person meetings. This intern will also assist in editing and publishing articles for the team’s Spanish publication, “Cronicas de los Astros" with the supervision of the Spanish radio broadcast. Other responsibilities include translating all game recaps into Spanish in a timely manner for dissemination among the Astros extensive international media database. The intern is also responsible for keeping an up-to-date clippings file to keep track of the Astros international media coverage. At times, the selected intern will interview players in Spanish as well as translate press releases into Spanish. Other duties include organizing bi-lingual baseball clinics and other Spanish community initiatives by coordinating and logistically planning the events with the players. The intern will assume additional roles on an as needed basis. MUST BE fluent in both Spanish and English (writing, speaking, and translating) and have extensive copywriting knowledge. Majors for this intern may include Marketing, Sports Management, and Spanish.

*** Risk Management/Security *** The Risk Management/Security Intern will provide basic clerical assistance such as filing, preparing monthly in-house vendor First Aid reporting for billing purposes, data entry, monthly statistical reports, and update and maintain in-house medical worker comp payments. This intern will also aid in litigation research in preparation for responses to interrogatories, maintain certificate of insurance system, assist re-pricing medical bills, various research projects, building walk-through inspections, and worker comp Q & A with TPA regarding research information. The selected individual will generate certificate of insurance letters to vendors, contractors, and subcontractors regarding renewal certificates and assist with Security and Risk Management project with database/incident/statistical reporting. Gameday duties will apply to this internship in the area of Security administration. This intern will assume additional roles on an as needed basis.

NOW WHAT?
1) Submit your resume and cover letter.
2) Answer the qualifying questions listed.
3) Wait to hear from the Houston Astros.
4) No calls please! We will make every effort to contact every applicant at some point during the recruitment process but that point depends upon how early you submit your resume, your qualifications, and the quality of your submission.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN THE HOUSTON ASTROS BASEBALL CLUB. WE HOPE YOU WILL BE A PART OF OUR TEAM AND OUR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM DURING THE CLUB'S PUSH FOR ANOTHER NATIONAL LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP AND THE WORLD SERIES!

We are looking for someone with knowledge of the Kissimmee/Orlando area, who has aspirations to go into a sales/marketing position after college.

This position requires that the applicants receive college credit. This position will work extensively with contracts and proposals for sponsorship accounts. This includes making ledgers from existing contracts and composing new business proposals to sell sponsorships/billboards throughout the park.

This intern may deal with large sponsors and therefore must be professional at all times. The selected individual will have pre-game activities and may be required to assist with hosting sponsors and events before and during games. 

Candidates must be proficient in Power Point, Excel, Word and Outlook. In addition, candidates must be very self-sufficient, due to there being limited on-site supervision. This internship does pay commissions based off of the individual sales. Candidates must have own transportation.

Start Date: January 5, 2010

End Date: April 2, 2010
 

We are looking for someone with knowledge of the Kissimmee/Orlando area, who has aspirations to go into a sales/marketing position after college.

The candidate should be high energy and a self-starter. The position will work directly with Group Leaders and Season Ticket Holders. An ideal candidate will be able to generate ticket sales through the sales of season tickets and the promotion of group events. The selected individual will have pre-game activities and may be required to assist with hosting sponsors/season ticket holders and events before and during games.

Candidate must be proficient in Power Point, Excel, Word and Outlook. In addition, individuals must be very self-sufficient, due to there being limited on-site supervision. This internship does pay commissions based off of the individual sales of the intern. Candidates must have own transportation.

Start Date: January 4, 2010

End Date: April 2, 2010
 

Reports To: Marketing & Promotions Manager

Department: Consumer Marketing

Summary
We are looking for outgoing, motivated individuals to be a part of an exciting internship opportunity!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The College Ambassador Program is aimed at students currently enrolled in a university in the state of Wisconsin, preferably UW-Milwaukee, UW-Madison or Marquette University. The goal of this program is to find dedicated staff to participate in community, campus and ballpark events as Ambassadors of the Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club. Qualified individuals should be comfortable speaking in front of a large audience, have superior people skills and be involved in student life at his or her university.

If you are going to be a Sophomore, Junior or Senior in the 2010-2011 academic year, and you have a passion for sports, include a resume and cover letter expressing why you would be perfect for this position. In your application, please describe any background you have in marketing, advertising, fan support and/or promotions through work or school engagements.

The most successful students in the program will be chosen to take on additional intern responsibilities in the Consumer Marketing Department of the Brewers Front Office during the summer months. The College Ambassador Marketing & Promotions Internship runs from March through the end of the 2010 Brewers season, with required weekly meetings held at Miller Park and the unique chance to be a part of Milwaukee-area events and festivals throughout the baseball season.

Qualifications/Education Required
Candidates must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university in the state of Wisconsin and must be able to earn credit for their work. Applicants must also have a flexible schedule, with availability to work approximately 20 hours per week, with more hours possible to assist with in-game promotions throughout the season.

Compensation
This is an unpaid internship. Interns must have the opportunity to receive college credits for the completion of this internship.
 

Reports To: Manager, Grounds
 

Summary:
This position is responsible for assisting with overall care of the grounds in and around Miller Park and the youth baseball facility. The internship is a paid hourly position which may begin as early as March and extend into November.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Complete assignments on a daily basis including mowing, edging, weeding, sod work, infield maintenance, mound repair, and landscape maintenance.
• Assist with game responsibilities including set-up, field security and distribution of promotional items.
• Assist in managing the field at our youth sports facility during a one-month rotation.
• Safely operate various grounds equipment such as mowers, carts, etc.

Qualifications/Education Required:
• Candidates must be able to perform physical tasks, with or without accommodation such as lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, sprinting and pulling tarp;
• Prior grounds maintenance experience is not required;
• Candidates must have a valid drivers license;
• Candidates must be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a turf management program or related college program at an accredited college or university.

Other Qualifications:
Candidate must be available from Mid-May until August 2010. Candidates that are available March through October are preferred. Required to work extended hours such as nights, weekends and holidays.
 

Reports To: Manager- Grounds

Department: Grounds

Summary:
This position is responsible for assisting with overall care of the grounds in and around Miller Park and the youth baseball facility. The internship is a paid hourly position which may begin as early as March and extend into November.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Complete assignments on a daily basis including mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, and fertilizer and pesticide applications.
• Assist in maintaining wildflower beds, planting annual beds, independent design of new plantings.
• Assist in pest identification and management.
• Assist in renovation projects.
• Assist in controlling and monitoring the irrigation system.
• Assist in supervising the work groups.
• Safely operate various grounds equipment such as mowers, carts, etc.

Qualifications/Education Required:
• Candidates must be able to perform physical tasks, with or without accommodation such as lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders and pull tarp;
• Prior grounds maintenance experience is not required;
• Candidates must have a valid drivers license;
• Candidates must be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a landscape management, horticulture, or related college program at an accredited college or university or have equivalent experience.

Other Qualifications:
Candidate must be available from May until August 2010. Candidates that are available March through October are preferred. Candidates may be required to work nights and weekends.
 

From time to time, the participating teams in MLB will be looking for interns. If you apply below and check off all of the internship notifications, you will be contacted about specific internship opportunities with these teams posting their internships on the MLB Teams Employment Site. This is a notification only, not an application for a job. Thank you. If you complete your application and then press "edit your information" you can be notified of full-time positions as well. Please complete the application first and then modify it to include notifications for full-time positions if you are in your final year of college or graduate school.

The Oakland Athletics are seeking a qualified candidate to work as a Spring Training assistant in their public relations office at Phoenix Municipal Stadium during 2010 Spring Training. The Spring Training assistant , who will be paid a $2,000 stipend, is expected to work from 9am to 5pm six to seven days a week for the duration of Spring Training.  Starting date is February 19, 2010 and the position ends the day after the conclusion of the Cactus League season on April 2, 2010. 

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Handle all media credentialing for A’s home games
• Assist public relations staff in all game day and press box operations
• Answer phone calls and greet visitors to the office
• Facilitate media requests when needed
• Handle office administrative duties, including copying and distribution of media materials
• Prepare team lineups and distribute in the press box for all home games
• Unpack, organize and distribute other MLB teams media guide as they arrive at Spring Training
• Other public relations duties as assigned
 

Requirements:

• You must be currently enrolled in either an undergraduate or graduate college or university program or have graduated within the past 6 months.
• Available for a personal interview prior to the final decision.
• Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be available to work from February 19 until the day after the conclusion of the Cactus League season on April 2.
• Must be available to work from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. six to seven days a week.

The Oakland Athletics are seeking a qualified candidate to work as a seasonal intern in the public relations office during the 2010 season. The intern, who will receive a $1,000 stipend, is expected to work between 25-40 hours a week when the team is at home. This intern is expected to commit to the full year internship beginning March 29 through the conclusion of the baseball season.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Produce game notes for A’s game program and luxury suites
• Assist in production of post-game notes during game
• Copy and distribute game notes, statistics, lineups, box scores and additional game day information
• Assist public relations staff in all game day and press box operations
• Facilitate media requests in press box during game
• Assist in various projects for the A's website
• Assist the media relations staff on specific community and off-the-field events
• Responsible for various written and photo projects for the A's website
• Other public relations duties and research projects as assigned

Qualifications:
• Excellent written, verbal and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
• Basic knowledge of baseball and official scoring
• Self starter and multi-task oriented with minimal supervision
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal and decision-making skills
• Organized, able to follow directions and meet all deadlines established
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and occasional holidays
• Professional image and demeanor

Instructions to apply:
• Qualified applicants must submit a resume and cover letter no longer than one page and specific to this internship position. Please include your goals and what you bring would bring to the A’s that makes your candidacy unique. Please include any supplemental writing samples at this time.
• All applications must be received by January 15, 2010.
• Due to the large number of submissions we may not be able to respond to each applicant. We will contact you should we wish to schedule an interview with you.

 

The Oakland Athletics minor league system has five (5) seasonal Strength and Conditioning internship positions available. Of the five open internships there are available, four (4) full season positions located will be located in Sacramento, CA; Midland, TX; Geneva, IL; and Stockton, CA and will begin on or around April 5, 2010, and one (1) short-season position located in Vancouver, BC that will begin on or around June 10, 2010.   All positions will finish up on or around September 10th, 2010.
 

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
• Supervising, assisting with, and recording structured strength and conditioning programs in a variety of environments.
• Assisting Athletic Trainer with various duties, most importantly the rehabilitation of injured athletes who are with the club.
• Effectively leading proper warm-up and stretching activities on a daily basis.
• Assist the coaching staff with video/ filming of players during games as needed
• The position will report directly to the Minor League Strength & Conditioning Coordinator as well as the Director of Strength & Conditioning.
 

Requirements:
• Must have personal liability insurance that is reimbursable by the Oakland Athletics.
• Possess, or be near completion of a degree in a field related to
Sports Medicine.
• CPR/AED certification
• CSCS Certified, highly preferred
• Experience in strength and conditioning work, preferably in a professional or collegiate team setting

 

The Finance and Accounting Department of the Tampa Bay Rays is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic individual who possesses a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. Responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting Finance with all aspects of the department.  Candidate may have game day/night duties when needed. Candidates must meet the following criteria:

Qualifications

• Currenly pursuing or just completed a Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• No prior work experience needed
• No relocation provided, candidate must have local housing
• All employment offers are contingent on a satisfactory background check
• Internship Duration:  1/11 - 4/30/10

Duties & Responsibilities
• Assist with daily video production duties with the Video Coordinator and RaysVision team
• Work in conjunction with RaysVision staff to execute game-day audio/visual presentation
• Perform as videographer and production assistant for on-location shoots for commercials, promos, and player related content
• Conceptualize new ideas for RaysVision content
• Write/Produce/Edit in-house video productions ranging from interview segments, highlight reels, commercials, etc.
• Maintain and archive footage
• Represent the Club in a positive and professional manner at all times
 

Qualifications
• Advanced knowledge of non-linear editing systems required (Avid Xpress Pro preferred)
• Experience with ENG/studio cameras required
• Ability to multi-task while producing accurate, high quality work within specified deadlines
• Technical audio experience including field work with mics and editing on Adobe Soundbooth is preferred
• Live production experience preferred
• Experience with Daktronics Venus 7000 software is a plus
• The ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Background in writing a plus
• Strong creative ability and a passion for content creation is recommended
• Graphic design skills a plus (After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Physical ability to lift heavy camera equipment is required
• Strong knowledge of baseball is preferred
• Please submit a sample of your work with application
• All offers contingent on satisfactory background check