Join the Piney Woods TimberHogs Internship Program!
The Piney Woods TimberHogs are a summer collegiate baseball team in the Mid America League, and we’re offering an exciting opportunity for current students to gain hands-on experience in Sports Management this summer!
Position Overview
We are looking for motivated, passionate interns to join our team for the 2025 season. This internship provides valuable exposure to Game Day Operations, Baseball Operations, Marketing, Sales, Social Media, Photography, and Graphic Design—giving students a real-world experience in the sports industry.
Interns will gain insight into how a minor league baseball team operates and will have opportunities to work in multiple areas. Duties may overlap across different roles, allowing interns to develop a well-rounded skill set and a deeper understanding of sports management.
This is an unpaid internship that can be used for academic credit and offers a unique opportunity to develop practical skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented sport business environment.
*** Sales Interns will have the opportunity to make commission ***
Key Responsibilities (Positions will vary based on student interest, and duties may overlap)
Sales & Sponsorship – Assist with ticket sales, group sales, sponsorship outreach, and customer service, gaining experience in revenue generation and relationship building.
Marketing & Promotion – Help develop and execute marketing strategies to promote the team and engage the local community.
Game Day Operations – Assist with team logistics, fan engagement, event setup and teardown, and ensuring a great game day experience.
Baseball Operations – Support aspects of team management.
Social Media – Create and post content across social media platforms to increase visibility, drive engagement, and enhance the fan experience.
Photography – Capture game action, player highlights, fan experiences, and promotional events to be used across social media and marketing platforms.
Graphic Design – Design promotional materials, digital graphics, and game day content to enhance the TimberHogs’ brand.
Play-by-Play Announcing – Deliver energetic, detailed play-by-play commentary for all game action to captivate fans and elevate their baseball experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a degree program related to sports management, marketing, business, sales, graphic design, photography, or a similar field
- Interest in sports and baseball operations
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- For Graphic Design & Photography positions: Experience with Canva is preferred
- For Sales positions: Interest in ticketing, sponsorships, and customer engagement is a plus
Benefits
- Gain practical experience in sports management, marketing, sales, and creative media
- Build valuable connections in the sports industry
- Hands-on experience with a professional/collegiate baseball organization
- Earn academic credit (pending approval from your institution)
- Get a behind-the-scenes look at how a collegiate/minor league baseball organization operates
Interested? Have questions? Contact J.T. Rogoszewski at jt@gotimberhogs.com to learn more!
