Ballpark Operations Internship (SUMMER 2026 - FREE HOUSING)

Ballpark Operations Internship - Minot, NDThe Minot Hot Tots & Minot Honeybees are offering internship opportunities for current college students with an interest in stadium operations to gain experience and knowledge in operation management, event management, food and beverage and hospitality. Minot Hot Tots internships provide students with immersive, hands-on-learning to help position them for a career in the sports, entertainment and event industry upon graduation. About the Minot Hot Tots & HoneybeesThe Minot Hot Tots began play in 2023 and quickly became one of the most exciting teams in the Northwoods League (NWL) — the largest organized baseball league in the world, featuring 25 teams and producing over 300 MLB players. In their first three seasons, the Hot Tots made history as the first team to sell out Corbett Field since the 1990s, including 20 sold-out games in 2025. In 2025 the Hot Tots brought home multiple League Awards including Team Member of the Year, Theme Night of the Year, and Great Plains TV Broadcaster of the Year. In 2024, the Minot Honeybees joined the league as one of four inaugural teams in the NWL’s first-of-its-kind summer collegiate softball league. In 2025 the Honeybees brought home many League Awards including Organization of the Year, Executive of the Year, Team Member of the Year, and TV Broadcaster of the Year. Both teams bring the mission of “Fun Done Differently” to life every season. experience supporting both organizations — learning, creating, and growing in a fast-paced, fun, and community-driven sports environment. The Internship PositionAs a Ballpark Operations you will help support our ballpark operations and events teams. We’re looking for passionate, talented and positive people who strive for excellence, happiness and inspire the same in others. Each Ballpark Operations intern will be responsible for the oversight of specific concessions, hospitality locations and merchandise. You will help ensure all ballpark and event food and beverage operations are executed while providing the highest level of service to fans and staff. You’ll work closely with the operations department and other internal teams to assist with ballpark and event operations. This includes but is not limited to food and beverage inventory, waste management, ballpark and event set-up, game day staff training, merchandise inventory and sales and serving as a Hot Tot representative at various promotions, events, Hot Tot games and outside events. Start Date: May 11, 2026End Date: August 11, 2026 Academic Qualifications: Applicants should be studying a subject in a relevant field. This may include but is not limited to Sport Management, Event Management, Hospitality, Business, Marketing, Sales, Accounting, Human Resources. Roles and ResponsibilitiesDirectly assist the Ballpark Operations CoordinatorThe majority of duties within this role are food and beverage and merchandise relatedResponsible for receiving, inventorying and organizing all food and beverage ordersFood & beverage inventory & tracking for assigned areasAssist with food & beverage re-ordersFood & beverage waste management & tracking Ensure food quality controlResponsible for merchandise store set up, inventory and managementCreate marketing promotions for merchandise and food and beverageHands on role with MINIMAL desk workResponsible for concession location oversight which includes but is not limited to set up and tear down, area cleanliness, staff training, stocking and restocking, etc. Assist with game day staff and concession employee managementAssist with scheduling & payroll of concessions employeesAssist with the quality control of ballpark cleaning and maintenance, including preemptive maintenanceRepresent the team at various Hot Tot Events and participate in other outside, community events and mascot appearances, as defined by the teamPromote a positive fan experience by interacting with our fans in all areas of the ballparkCoordinate operations for team retail store and ecommerce storeGeneral Team ResponsibilitiesGame and Team Event Availability: Expected to be available for all Minot Hot Tot & Minot Honeybees Home Games and team events, this includes weekends and holidays. The Hot Tots will host 36 home games, while Minot Honeybees will host a maximum of 21 home games. Outside Event Availability: Expected to be available for select outside events including but not limited to company picnics, festivals, etc. A full event list will be provided. This includes weekends and holidays. Game Day and Event Hours: Expected to be available from mid to late morning through the end of the game and/or event. The schedule will be decided by the direct supervisor on a homestand and event basis. Non-Game Day/Event Hours: Expected to attend office hours of 9 AM-5 PM each weekday. Assist with distribution of team pocket schedules, posters and other marketing materials throughout the stadium and community. Assist with ballpark set-up and tear-down before-the-season, after-the-season and during each homestandAssist with ballpark clean-up after every home game this includes but is not limited to trash, bathrooms, etc. Assist with event set-up and tear-down at team events and outside EventsAssist with Family Fun zone set-up and tear-downMaintain ballpark cleanliness including but not limited to: cleaning tables, chairs, Family Fun Zone area, etc. Every intern will be required to perform as the mascot at least once during the summerAll other duties as assigned by front office staffKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAvailability to work all home games, events and outside eventsCash handling experienceCustomer service & management experience preferredFood experience preferredPrevious internship or job in ballpark operations is a plus but not requiredExperience with power tools, and in different maintenance areas is a plus but not requiredProficient in Microsoft Office and Google SheetsPhysically capable of lifting and transporting heavy items, including kegs, weighing between 50 and 160 pounds, while working extended shifts of up to 14 hours. Strong verbal communication skillsStrong organizational and time management skillsStrong attention to detailMust be a team player with strong leadership and communication skillsMust be enthusiastic with a desire to work hard and have a positive “can‐do” attitude Ability to multi‐task and handle responsibilitySelf‐ motivated and ability to take initiativeEnthusiastic team player, shows enjoyment and interest in working collaborativelyUphold our core values: Experience, Positivity, Innovation, Community. These core values set the tone in everything we do, guide how we serve our fans, and help us create lasting memories both on and off the field. It is essential that anyone in this position commits themselves to living out these core values every day. Uphold our service vision: Happy People Making People Happy. We want people who love what they do, who find joy in making others laugh or smile, who want to use fun and happiness to make a difference in the lives of coworkers, clients and fans. Reports To: Ballpark Operations CoordinatorStipend: $500 monthly stipendHousing: Housing available upon request. Intern will be responsible for utilities. Credit: College credit towards a major, minor or general elective may be earned. Credit: College credit towards a major, minor or general elective may be earned.