Reporting to the Manager, Event Operations the student associate of Ballpark Operations Events will support the event production process from inception to day-of event managing, on both game days and non-game days. The Ballpark Operations Events student associate will support both the management of event set-up, and the planning and operating processes of events over the course of the season and postseason. The associate will work collaboratively with the Ballpark Operations events team to provide a variety of services including but not limited to account management, event planning and execution, and game day and post-game event execution.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for assistance with planning and coordination of non-baseball events at the park (including pre-game and post-game events on game days) Support event production for Nationals Park post-game concerts including field wrist banding operations, on-field stage movement and setup, and fulfillment of artist green room rider requests. Assist Event Operations team during Nationals Park full-park concerts with temporary signage installation, VIP Hospitality events, field wrist banding operation, and day-of execution. Support the Ballpark Operations event staff to manage the execution of all events to ensure efficient and high-quality event production leading to customer satisfaction. Coordinate with internal departments staffing and setup needs for special ticket event giveaways. Assist Event Operations team in hospitality bookings of the Nationals facility report utilizing Momentous software. Oversee game day set-ups, activations, and non-game day event set-ups. Maintain Event Operations supplies and equipment such as signage, linens, batting practice equipment while also maintaining organization of event operations storage. Manage special projects in support of the events department. Assist the team with other duties as assigned.

 

Requirements:

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college or university and have completed a minimum of 1 semester, or have graduated from an accredited college or university within the last 6 months Successfully pass a Background Investigation Available for the entire term of internship, beginning in August and concluding in January 2025 Ability to work flexible hours including but not limited to nights and weekends Authorized to work in the United States

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities necessary to perform essential functions

Interest in event operations and management Strong organizational skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Positive attitude with dedication to a well-executed final product Detail-oriented with a proactive and problem-solving mindset

Physical/Environmental Requirements

The job requires the employee to function in a high-activity and heavily crowded outdoor professional sports venue. May work at heights. Employees will be exposed to inclement weather of varying degrees. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, and climb up/downstairs. The employee is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit and must lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. 

Compensation:

The projected wage rate for this position is $17.50 per hour.  Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s: qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.