Merchandising Intern
Badlands Big Sticks
Internship
On-site
Dickinson, North Dakota, United States
Merchandising, Paid, College Credit, Baseball
Company Description
Badlands Big Sticks Baseball is a summer collegiate baseball team located in Dickinson, North Dakota. Founded in 2018, the team has been providing family-oriented entertainment with great baseball to Dickinson and the surrounding communities ever since.
In 2026, the Badlands Big Sticks will enter their 3rd season as members of the Northwoods League - a summer collegiate wood bat league founded in 1994 with 26+ teams across seven states and one province, which has produced over 400 Major Leaguers in its 30-year history.
We are proud to represent the people of Western North Dakota and exemplify the spirit of Theodore Roosevelt.
Internship Information:
- Start Date: 2nd Week of May (TENTATIVE)
- End Date: 2nd Week of August (TENTATIVE)
- Housing provided
- Current enrollment in a college program is required
- Expected to be available for all Badlands Big Sticks home games and team events, this includes weekends and holidays
- Expected to be available during the entirety of games/events from report time through conclusion of responsibilities. Schedule will be dictated by supervisor and is subject to change daily
- Expected to be available on non-game days to attend meetings, work office hours, and complete responsibilities as assigned
- Must be able to aid in all areas of team operation including, but not limited to, ballpark set-up and tear-down on gamedays, pre and post-season cleaning and organization, acting as the mascot when needed, and taking out the trash
Responsibilities
- Track and manage merchandise inventory and supplies.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing merchandise stand.
- Operate and oversee the point-of-sale (POS) system and other shop technologies.
- Fulfill online and in-person merchandise orders in a timely manner.
- Utilize Shopify to monitor sales trends and track volume.
- Run the merchandise stand during games, ensuring a positive and efficient fan experience.
- Develop and propose creative ideas for merchandise promotions, sales, and deals to increase revenue.
- Assist with marketing efforts, including social media content, promotional campaigns, and sponsorship activations.
- While the primary focus is the merchandise, helping organize and support in-game promotions and fan engagement activities may be asked as well.
- Contribute to community outreach initiatives and special events.
- Assist with ballpark setup and tear down as needed.
Qualifications
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Customer service experience or comfort working in a fan-facing role.
- Familiarity with POS systems, Shopify, or similar retail/marketing tools is a plus.
- Creative thinker with interest in marketing, promotions, or sports business.
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Energetic, adaptable, and team-oriented mindset.
- Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and holidays during the season.
Credit
- College credit towards a major, minor, or general elective may be earned
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