Stadium Operations Internship
Birmingham Barons
Internship
On-site
Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Paid, Baseball, Stadium Operations
Reports To: Director of Stadium Operations
Department: Operations
Employee Type: Seasonal
Duration: June - October
Duration: June - October
Status Type: Full-Time, Seasonal
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Compensation: Hourly Rate
Rate Range: $7.25/hour
About the Birmingham Barons:
The Birmingham Barons, Double-A affiliate of the Chicago White Sox, bring rich baseball history to Regions Field. Known for developing stars and a dynamic game-day atmosphere, the Barons are a cornerstone of the Birmingham sports community. The Birmingham Barons are a proud member club of Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH). DBH was formed in 2021 to support, promote, and enhance Minor League Baseball through best practices, professional management, innovation, and investment.
Position Overview:
The Birmingham Barons are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Stadium Operations Intern to assist with the day-to-day operations of Regions Field during the 2025 baseball season. This hands-on internship offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in facility management, event operations, and game day logistics within a dynamic Minor League Baseball environment.
As a Stadium Operations Intern, you will play a key role in supporting the Operations team with ballpark preparation, maintenance coordination, event setup and teardown, vendor relations, and ensuring a clean, safe, and fan-friendly environment. The ideal candidate is a team player with a strong work ethic who thrives in a fast-paced, outdoor setting and is eager to learn the operational side of running a professional sports venue.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in keeping Regions Field secured before and after operation hours with proper lockdown of facility
- Assist in physical setup/breakdown of all Barons-related events as needed
- Assisting in all facets of preventative maintenance for at Regions Field
- Assisting in inventory controls and purchasing to ensure that the facility is adequately stocked for all events
- Assisting with tarp pulls when necessary
- Contribute to team travel coordination
- Coordinate with EMT and Security Services as needed
- Creating and maintaining a clean, safe and fun ballpark for all fans
- Keeping upbeat atmosphere before, during and after games
- Learn property layout to become capable of directing any guests, contractors, personnel throughout the stadium
- Maintain a safe and presentable Regions Field for all events/openings at the Stadium
- Assist in managing cleaning crew, parking crew, and Clubhouse Staff
- Occasional mascot/player appearances, participation in promotions including on-field activities and enter/exit gate sampling, and distribution of marketing material
- Performing a daily walk-through of Regions Field
- Personally interact with fans and patrons you encounter
- Power washing all surfaces as needed
- Scheduling and training of parking staff, security, medics and cleaning crew for all events held at Regions Field.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Ability to meet deadlines and balance multiple tasks
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Flexibility to work long days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Must be able to problem solve quickly, work efficiently in an intense environment
- Self-motivated, organized, and detail oriented
- Some heavy lifting is required
- TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures) a plus
General Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift 25 lbs up to 50 lbs
- Ability to stand for up to 5+ hours during a game
- Ability to work long hours, weekends & holidays
- Ability to work in adverse weather conditions, including but not limited to rain and heat
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.