Tournament Operations Intern-Fall 2025

Overview:

As a successful Intern, you will be responsible for assisting with operations during our summer week-long events at the Ripken Experience in Pigeon Forge, TN. This is a paid Internship, while also being able to earn college credit.  

Responsibilities:

• Work directly under the Event Coordinator in assisting him/her with rosters, welcome packets, and paperwork before each tournament  
• Serve as a tournament official, maintaining a working knowledge of rules and procedures, announcing games and operating scoreboards  
• Serve as a customer service representative to the coaches. Answer questions as they pertain to their tournament 
• Work directly with front office personnel to successfully execute all tournaments  
• Perform basic grounds crew duties such as field work and filling water coolers 
• Execute basic cleaning duties which include but are not limited to, sweeping, mopping, cleaning & stocking restrooms, cleaning windows and picking up trash 
• Assist Concessions and Retail Managers as needed.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, cashier, grill, restocking retail floor
• Always convey and maintain a high level of professionalism while providing extraordinary external and internal customer service  
• Absorb training and demonstrate the initiative, desire, and drive to help uphold the values established by the Ripken name and brand  
• Work with staff to achieve objectives effectively and efficiently while providing a once-in-a-lifetime experience for participants  

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or working towards Bachelor’s Degree in related field
• Computer skills, particularly in Excel and Word
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic
• Team player who is willing and able to listen and learn
• Ability and commitment to work long hours, including weekends, depending on business needs

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