Turf Management Internship

ERIE EVENTS – INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Summer 2026

POSITION:                                   Turf Management Internship 

FACILITY:                                     UPMC Ball Park                                       

REPORTS TO:                             Head Groundskeeper

HOURY RANGE:                         Paid Opportunity / Complementary housing available

DURATION:                                Summer 2026: May-August 

WHO WE ARE:        

We are the hub of Erie’s spectacular downtown entertainment and cultural district, operating four unique venues right in the heart of downtown. At Erie Events, we are committed to feeding the future by providing opportunities for students to learn and grow through our paid internship program.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Turf Management Internship will assist in preparing and maintaining the UPMC Ballpark field and the campus grounds. This internship opportunity will do many additional tasks to support the Erie SeaWolves Minor League Baseball season.

QUALIFICATIONS:                   

• Currently enrolled or recent graduate of a two- or four-year Turf/Horticulture program.
• Flexible schedule and available to work long hours, holidays, and weekends during Baseball season.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding and fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist with game day preparation of UPMC Ball Park.
2. Assist the Head Groundskeeper with non-game day field preparation, including fertilization, aerification, and sodding.
3. Receive hands-on experience with spraying, irrigation maintenance, and general field upkeep.
4. Set up additional events such as concerts and corporate events.
5. He/she will be responsible for mowing, pruning, weeding and edging around complex grounds.
6. Assist in applying clay, picking up debris, and raking/sweeping.
7. He/she is responsible for set up/tear down of batting practice equipment.
8. The Turf Management Intern is responsible for assisting lay down and roll up infield tarp, helping with water, and water removal.
9. All other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Erie Events provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law