Intern, Field Operations

Department: Field OperationsReports To: Director of Field OperationsDuration: Seasonal (Spring, Summer, or Full Season)Compensation: Paid hourlyPosition Summary:The Field Operations Intern supports the daily maintenance and game-day preparation of the playing surface and surrounding ballpark grounds at Columbus Clingstones Ballpark. experience in professional baseball field maintenance, turf management, and stadium operations. The intern will work closely with the Grounds Crew to ensure a safe, visually appealing, and play-ready field for all games, practices, and special events. Key Responsibilities:Assist with daily field maintenance, including mowing, edging, dragging, chalking, and watering the playing surfacePrepare the field for games, practices, and special events in accordance with professional baseball standardsAssist with infield skin maintenance, mound and plate setup, and bullpen preparationHelp with tarp pulls, rain delay procedures, and post-weather recoveryMaintain surrounding ballpark areas, including warning track, foul territory, bullpen mounds, and dugoutsAssist with field breakdown and reconfiguration for non-baseball eventsOperate and maintain groundskeeping equipment under supervisionFollow all safety protocols and proper equipment handling proceduresSupport inventory management of field supplies and materialsLearning Opportunities:Exposure to professional baseball field standards and maintenance schedulesHands-on experience with turfgrass management and infield skin careUnderstanding of weather management, drainage, and field safety protocolsInsight into coordination between grounds, operations, and baseball staffPreparation for careers in sports turf management, facility operations, or agronomyPreferred Qualifications:Interest in sports turf management, agronomy, landscaping, or facility operationsAbility to work early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the baseball scheduleAbility to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs and working in varying weather conditionsStrong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detailWillingness to learn and take direction from grounds staffPhysical & Work Requirements:Extended periods of standing, walking, bending, and liftingOutdoor work in heat, cold, rain, and direct sunlightAbility to respond quickly during tarp pulls or weather-related situationsWe 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.