About this position
The Tampa Bay Rays are seeking a motivated, organized, and team-oriented individual to assist in the planning and day-to-day operations of non-baseball events and baseball games at Tropicana Field. This individual will gain valuable experience planning and executing events for a Major League Baseball facility. This internship will run through Friday, October 2nd.Support the Stadium and Parking Operations staff in planning, preparation and operation of events at Tropicana Field. Work closely with all areas of the Rays organization to facilitate Major League Baseball games and special events at Tropicana Field. Provide assistance with event day activities including crowd management, pregame setup, in game logistics, and post event breakdown. Work closely with representatives from Security, Building Operations, Fan Experience and Parking to ensure safety and security for fans and employees at Tropicana Field. Baseball and non-baseball event responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with the Command dispatch system (Raven), preparing gameday documents, and supporting setup and breakdown for games and special events. Perform general clerical and administrative duties, including data entry and inventory management, while assisting with event walkthroughs and preparations for upcoming games and special events. Assist Supervisor with miscellaneous last-minute requests on game days and non-game days. Other duties as assigned Demonstrate strong organizational skills Radio experience with basic knowledge on etiquette Previous Experience in Event Management and/or Operations Work 40+ hours per week, including but not limited to all Rays home games, additional events, weekends, and holidays Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to changing needs while maintaining professionalism Canva, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in outdoor environments Bachelor’s Degree Business, Sport Management or Event Management preferred
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications: