Intern - Alexander Dimisa High School Leadership Fellowship

This is a Full Time Unpaid Internship

Alexander DiMisa High School Leadership Fellowship

Alexander DiMisa was a longtime Big Train volunteer who exhibited everything the Big Train is about: service to the community. Alex dedicated his life to serving others, which is the model on which the Big Train has been built. Alex passed away helping others and we honor his memory and his lifetime of service to his community with this high school leadership fellowship. Like the Veeck Operations Fellowship, the DiMisa program gives high school students an opportunity to work within their community to develop the leadership skills that Alex always showcased every time he volunteered at Povich Field. See below for more details about the DiMisa fellowship program.

DIMISA LEADERSHIP FELLOWSHIP

The Bethesda Big Train is seeking high school students to serve as DiMisa Leadership Fellows for the 2025 season. These Fellows will work with Veeck Operations Fellows to oversee and execute pre-game and in-game activities to entertain and maintain the attention of the fans. On non-game days, interns will represent and promote the organization in other roles at various community events. This internship is perfect for high school students interested in getting involved in the sports industry. Ideal candidates are outgoing, hard-working, self-starting and able to problem-solve.

Interning with Big Train for 40 games offers educational and networking opportunities, and course credit is available. he internship includes a $250 payment to help cover expenses. High school students can receive Student Service Learning (SSL) hours in addition to the payment to cover expenses.

Qualifications:

High school student

Ability to work night and weekend events

Outgoing and willing to engage in conversation with strangers

Customer service background preferred

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Attend all Big Train home games In June and July

Organize and prepare for the first pitch ceremonies and any other pre-game events

Assist Veeck Fellows with game day operations, including concessions sales, ticket sales, merchandise sales, and on-field activities

Welcome, interact and engage with fans before, during and after the game

Attend and assist in the execution of team events and promotions in the community

Assist full-time Big Train staff with set-up and post-game procedures and any other duties as assigned

To apply, send your resume and a cover letter to internships@bigtrain.org with the subject ''DiMisa Fellowship Program.''

We 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.