Description:
Are you passionate about making a difference through sports and education? Do you thrive in a hands-on, dynamic environment where your work directly impacts communities in need? Join Project Beisbol, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing baseball, softball, and educational programming to underserved youth in Colombia, Brazil, and Mexico.
As an Operations Intern, you’ll play a pivotal role in our mission by leading up the organization’s logistics operations from our South Florida headquarters. Reporting to the organization’s founder and the director of development, you’ll assist with event operations, ensuring the success of fundraising initiatives and community outreach programs. This internship offers a unique opportunity for growth, providing experience in logistics, nonprofit management, and international program coordination.
Location: (Hybrid) Remote-work, South Florida (West Palm Beach to Miami) and Colombia/Brazil
Hours: 10 hours/week, flexible schedule with some weekend hours
Compensation: School Credit, Transportation Reimbursement, 2-4 Week Mission to Colombia/Brazil
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the logistics of receiving donated equipment, maintaining accurate inventory records.
- Organize and prepare shipments, ensuring equipment reaches programming locations efficiently and securely.
- Coordinate with partner organizations and volunteers to streamline shipping processes.
- Work with the founder and director of development to establish and build relationships with baseball organizations, little leagues, baseball-related businesses, and other sponsors to facilitate equipment and monetary donations.
- Assist with planning and execution of fundraising and community events.
- Collaborate with team members to improve operational workflows.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to strategic discussions about program delivery and impact.
What You’ll Gain:
- College credit for your contributions to meaningful non-profit work (depending on intern’s school’s discretion.
- A 2–4 week immersive experience in Colombia, where you’ll see your efforts in action, working directly with program participants and partners.
- Hands-on experience in logistics, operations, development, and event planning for a growing international non-profit.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals committed to empowering communities through sports and education.
- An opportunity to build your network in South Florida and internationally.
- Opportunities for advancement within Project Beisbol for high-performing interns.
- Opportunity to practice and improve your Spanish in a professional environment while working and through Project Beisbol’s Digital Exchange program.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Active undergraduate/graduate student or recent graduate.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and a team player.
- Passion for sports, education, and community development.
- Spanish and/or Portuguese proficiency is preferred but not required.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- This role requires some travel between different locations; candidates must have their own reliable vehicle.
- Familiarity with Google Workspace, willingness to learn to operates CRMs and inventory management tools.
To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the role and how your skills align with Project Beisbol’s mission to admin@projectbeisbol.org.
Join us in transforming lives through the power of sports and education!