The Carolina Mudcats are now searching for interns for the 2014 season! We have openings in our Marketing & Promotions, Ticket Operations, Food & Beverage, Merchandising, Stadium Operations, Video Operations, Grounds Crew and Mascot departments. Working for the Mudcats is a great opportunity to build a future in the sports and entertainment industry. Internships will begin in April and run through the end of the season (September). Interested applicants should email or mail their cover letter, resume and internship form to Jordan Buck at [email protected] or: Carolina Mudcats Attn: Jordan Buck P.O. Drawer 1218 Zebulon, NC 27597 Below you will find the Internship Form that must be submitted, as well as job descriptions for each position. Carolina Mudcats Summer Internships Name: ________________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________ State: _________ Zip Code: ____________ Phone Number: ________________________________________________________ Email: ________________________________________________________________ Dates Available: From ________________________ To _______________________ Will you be receiving college credit for this experience? ______________________ Will you have a place to reside while working with the Mudcats? ______________ * Please rank your interest in the following options (1=most interested; 8=least interested) __________ Marketing & Promotions __________ Ticket Operations __________ Food & Beverage __________ Merchandising __________ Stadium Operations __________ Video Operations __________ Grounds Crew __________ Mascot Submit this form along with your cover letter and resume to Jordan Buck at [email protected] or Carolina Mudcats Attn: Jordan Buck P.O. Drawer 1218 Zebulon, NC 27597 Food & Beverage DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include, but are not limited to… Interns will often be asked to work long hours. Interns must work all 70 home games unless family emergency, etc. While the team is on the road, interns will be given time off, etc. Interns will be required to stay through the end of the baseball season (September 2014) regardless of when the necessary hours are completed to receive school credit. However, the Mudcats understand that most schools start classes in mid-August, thus the team will work with the intern’s schedule once school starts. Work directly with Director of F & B and its’ staff. Assist with all aspects of F & B such as ordering, receiving and delivery of food and beverages to and from suppliers, concession stands, suites, picnic areas and pantry. Assist with managing the manpower on event days/nights. Assist with inventory control including physical monthly inventory. Assist with the planning and implementation of any theme nights for upcoming season. Assist with all aspects of the operation of the club in getting ready for the start of a new season. Interns will gain the experience of learning the business of baseball, sport marketing, food and beverage, and event management. COMPENSATION: This is a paid internship. For more information, please contact: Dwayne Lucas Director of Food and Beverage (919) 269-2287 [email protected] Grounds Crew DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES: In order for the internship program to work, the applicant must understand the following guidelines: Interns will work long hours, up to 80 hours per week when the team is in town (similar hours to our full time staff). Interns must work all 70 home games. Interns will be required to begin in March and stay through the end of the baseball season (September 2014), regardless of when the necessary hours are completed to receive school credit. However, the Mudcats understand that most schools start classes in mid-August, thus the team will work with the intern’s schedule once school starts. Work directly with Director of Field Operations. Assist with all aspects of grounds crew including pre-season maintenance, daily turf management, pre-game set-up, and more. Assist with all aspects of the operation of the club in getting ready for the start of a new season. Interns will gain the experience of turf management in a minor league baseball atmosphere. REQUIREMENTS: Experience with turf management is a plus. COMPENSATION: This is a paid internship. For more information, please contact: John Packer Director of Field Operations (919) 269-2287 [email protected] Mascot Handler / Back Up Performer DESCRIPTION: Intern will be the handler for the main performer for most of the games. The intern will also perform as mascot “Muddy the Mudcat” for select games and community appearances. QUALIFICATIONS: Previous mascot experience is required, you must interact well with people of all ages, be animated, and most importantly love to have fun. Candidates must be in good health and be able to sustain long periods of time in the heat. RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include, but are not limited to… Assisting with all mascot needs before, during and after games and select appearances. Must be able to work nearly all of the team’s 70 home games April through September plus other special events (Flexible with schedule while school is still in session). Perform as mascot as needed for select games and community appearances. Perform other duties as assigned by the GM, Director of Promotions/Community Relations and Director of Special Events. COMPENSATION: Internship is paid when the intern is performing as mascot. For more information, please contact: Duke Sanders Director of Promotions (919) 269-2287 [email protected] Merchandising DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include, but are not limited to… Work directly with the Director of Merchandise. Must be able to work all of the team’s 70 home games April through September. Will begin work in mid-March to assist merchandising with pre-season set up. (Flexible with schedule while school is still in session) Intern will be responsible for maintaining souvenir store inventory and preparing the store for games. Intern will be responsible for checking in, tagging and distributing all new merchandise. The intern will keep the merchandise store stocked on an as-needed basis. Intern will be responsible for souvenir store displays and merchandising. Intern will assist with mail orders, and maintain the souvenir store website. Intern will assist with all aspects of the operation of the club in getting ready for the start of a new season. Intern will gain the experience of learning the business of baseball, sport merchandising and marketing, and event management. Other duties as assigned. COMPENSATION: Internship is unpaid, but organization will work with individual on getting school credit. Intern is also eligible to work in a paying position in the store during games. For more information, please contact: Janell Bullock Director of Merchandise (919) 269-2287 [email protected] Marketing & Promotions DESCRIPTION: Interns will assist with and gain exposure and understanding of the “grass roots” marketing, community relations efforts, and promotional marketing for the Carolina Mudcats. Interns will gain experience in all aspects of the baseball industry, sport marketing, and event management. RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include, but are not limited to… Assisting with various mascot and player appearances, coordination of the School’s Out Program, coordination of baseball clinics, assist in the coordination of special events and planning and implementation of theme nights at Five County Stadium. Must be able to work nearly all of the team’s 70 home games April through September plus other special events (Flexible with schedule while school is still in session). Helping with all aspects of in-game entertainment, promotions, in between inning contests, mascot entertainment and servicing corporate clients. Intern may also assist with the running and management of the Customer Service booth during all home games. The Marketing and Promotions interns will gain experience in supervising, scheduling and payroll of the Mudcats game day staffs. Intern will assist in all other duties assigned by the General Manager and Director of Promotions. COMPENSATION: Internship is unpaid, but organization will work with individual on getting school credit. Intern is also eligible to work in a paying position as mascot handler or other position. For more information, please contact: Duke Sanders Director of Promotions (919) 269-2287 [email protected] Stadium Operations REQUIREMENTS: Pursuing or completed four year college degree seeking entry into sports industry with a focus in Stadium Operations. Must be available to work all games and events which can include long hours for multiple days in a row. RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include, but are not limited to… Assist the Operations Department with game day logistics as well as setting up and breaking down of stadium before and after each game. Assist with quality control of cleaning and maintenance, including preventive maintenance duties and inspections of facility to ensure a superior fan experience and safety. Assist with maintenance of plumbing, electric, elevators, HVAC, scoreboard, and video board. Assist with managing game day employees including ushers, bat boys, parking attendants, concourse workers, and post-game cleaning crew. Assist with scheduling and payroll of all game day employees. All other duties as assigned by the General Manager, Assistant