Employment Opportunities

Employment/Internship Opportunities – Joanna Hornets

Joining the Joanna Hornets as an employee or intern means becoming an essential part of our team. Our “learn-by-experience” approach empowers you to grow, take ownership of meaningful projects, and discover your strengths in a fun, supportive, and fast-paced sports environment.

Most positions are in-person in Joanna, SC, except for select hybrid roles. All positions are part-time from May to August, with 2 to 3 games a week (average) played mostly on weekends with some mid-week games. Paid and Unpaid Internships are available.

Whether you're passionate about sports management, entertainment, marketing, or community engagement, there’s a place for you to spread your wings with the Hornets!

Why Work/Intern With the Hornets?

Hands-on experience in real sports industry roles
Creative freedom and opportunities for leadership
Direct mentorship and collaboration with team staff
A chance to impact fans and the local community
Build your résumé with real, valuable, career-ready skills

Available Positions

ASSISTANT COACH & RECRUITING COORDINATOR

Help lead, train, and inspire the Joanna Hornets to victory on the diamond while building the future of the program through elite talent acquisition.

What You’ll Do:

Player Development: Run targeted batting, fielding, and pitching drills to elevate players' skills, mechanics, and game-time performance.
Game Preparation: Review film, analyze opponent lineups, and collaborate with the Head Coach to build winning game plans and defensive strategies.
Talent Evaluation & Placement: Scout high-potential players to build a robust talent pipeline, and leverage established networks to recruit Hornets players from D1, D2, D3, NAIA, and JUCO baseball programs.

Why It’s Awesome:

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping team culture and driving baseball excellence—directly impacting player performance, safety, and future athletic careers. This role sharpens your leadership, deepens your tactical knowledge, and expands your professional network across all levels of collegiate baseball.

OFFICIAL SCOREKEEPER

Help maintain the accuracy, integrity, and digital footprint of every Joanna Hornets home matchup.

What You’ll Do:

Official Scorekeeping: Track every pitch, hit, run, and defensive play by maintaining the official paper scorebook during all home games.
Digital Statistics: Manage the GameChanger app in real time to provide live updates, accurate player stats, and box scores for fans and coaches.
Scoreboard Operation: Run the stadium scoreboard throughout the game, ensuring runs, hits, errors, innings, and counts are accurately displayed.

Why It’s Awesome:

You’ll occupy the best seat in the house while performing a vital role that preserves the team's history and statistical records. This role teaches high-level focus, deepens your understanding of baseball rules, and gives you hands-on experience in sports data management and game-day operations.

TV/RADIO PLAY-BY-PLAY ANNOUNCER

Help bring the excitement of Joanna Hornets baseball to life for fans tuning in from anywhere.

What You’ll Do:

Solo Live Commentary: Anchor the entire broadcast independently, delivering engaging, accurate, and high-energy descriptions of all the on-field diamond action in real time.
Game Preparation: Research player stats, team rosters, and key storylines prior to matchups to seamlessly provide insightful background context throughout the broadcast.
Broadcast Coordination: Set up technical equipment, manage the solo live stream or audio feeds, and conduct pre- and post-game interviews with coaches and players.

Why It’s Awesome:

You’ll serve as the definitive voice of the franchise, single-handedly connecting the community, parents, and scouts to the team's biggest moments. This role sharpens your multitasking abilities, builds elite public speaking confidence, and gives you hands-on experience running a complete, solo live sports media production.

GROUNDS CREW

Help keep the playing field looking professional and game-ready for every Joanna Hornets matchup.

What You’ll Do:

Field Maintenance: Assist in the daily care and upkeep of the playing surface to ensure a safe and high-quality field.
Field Lining: Prepare the field for practices and games by lining baselines, batters’ boxes, and other field markings.
Facility Cleanup: Clean and maintain dugouts, bullpen areas, and surrounding spaces before and after games.

Why It’s Awesome:

You’ll learn the behind-the-scenes work that keeps a baseball field in top condition—a crucial part of player safety and performance. This role teaches responsibility, attention to detail, and gives you hands-on experience in sports turf and facility management.

No More Positions Available

Ready to Join the Hornets?

If you're driven, creative, and ready to gain real-world experience in the sports industry, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and help us bring unforgettable experiences to Hornets fans all season long.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Unavailable Positions:

DIRECTOR OF FUN - (NOT AVAILABLE)

Be part of the excitement that keeps Hornets fans buzzing all season long.

What You’ll Do:

Game Day Support: Assist with entertainment elements such as cheer teams, mascot activities, and fan engagement programs.
Event Coordination: Work with the General Manager and fellow interns to execute in-stadium entertainment and special events.
Crowd Engagement: Coordinate with entertainment groups to enhance the fan experience.

Why It’s Awesome:

You get to help create unforgettable moments for fans—from mascot antics to themed nights and fan interaction. This role puts your creativity on display every single game day!

MARKETING & SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER - (NOT AVAILABLE)

Our brand is bold—and we need you to help share it with the world!

What You’ll Do:

Assist with marketing strategies and promotional campaigns
Create engaging content for social media platforms
Make sales calls and help promote ticketing and team initiatives
Participate in community outreach and local networking

Why It’s Awesome:

You’ll shape how the community sees the Hornets—your ideas, your content, your creativity. This role gives you real marketing experience, real metrics, and real portfolio pieces you can show future employers.

BRAND AMBASSADOR (NOT AVAILABLE)

Help us spread the word and grow the Joanna Hornets community!

What You’ll Do:

Represent the team throughout Joanna and surrounding areas
Visit local businesses and organizations to share information about the team and upcoming season
Promote advertising opportunities and community partnerships
Serve as a positive, energetic face of the Hornets

Why It’s Awesome:

You’ll build real-world communication, sales, and networking skills while becoming a recognizable part of the community. This is the perfect role to grow your confidence and make strong professional connections.

SPONSORSHIP SALES MANAGER (NOT AVAILABLE)

Drive revenue and build meaningful community partnerships by leading sponsorship and advertising sales for the Joanna Hornets baseball organization.

What You’ll Do

Prospect and secure new corporate sponsors and advertisers throughout Laurens, Newberry, Lexington, and Saluda Counties
Develop customized sponsorship packages (outfield signage, social media promotions, digital ads, game-day activations, program ads, and more)
Maintain and grow relationships with existing partners
Meet and exceed sponsorship revenue goals
Represent the Joanna Hornets at community events, networking functions, and home games
Work closely with marketing and game-day staff to ensure sponsor fulfillment and visibility
Track outreach, proposals, and closed deals to manage pipeline performanceWhy It’s Awesome

Why It’s Awesome:

Make a direct impact on a historic baseball organization while building valuable community partnerships, earning performance-based income, and spending your summer around the excitement of Joanna Hornets baseball.

GAMEDAY SALES SPECIALIST (NOT AVAILABLE)

Play a key role in the Hornets’ fan experience by helping manage concessions and team merchandise sales during home games.

What You’ll Do:

Concession Stand Operations: Assist with food and beverage sales, restocking supplies, and maintaining a clean, efficient work area.
Merchandise Sales: Help set up, manage, and operate the team merchandise booth; assist fans with selecting and purchasing apparel and souvenirs.
Customer Service: Deliver friendly, professional service that enhances the overall game-day atmosphere.
Cash Handling: Learn the basics of POS systems, payment processing, and inventory tracking.

Why It’s Awesome:

You’ll gain real experience in sales, customer service, and retail operations—all essential skills in the sports industry. Plus, you’ll interact directly with fans, help them create memories, and play a key role in making game day special.

GAME DAY OPERATIONS (NOT AVAILABLE)

Help create exceptional game-day experiences for fans at Joanna Hornets home games.

What You’ll Do:

Gate Management: Welcome fans, oversee gate operations, and ensure smooth entry for all guests.
Event Planning: Assist with logistics and preparations leading up to each home game.
Attendance: Be present at all home games to support operations and handle real-time needs.

Why It’s Awesome:

You’ll be at the heart of game day—making the stadium run smoothly, building leadership skills, and learning first-hand how professional sports operations work. Every game presents new challenges and new opportunities to shine.

Ready to Join the Hornets?

If you're driven, creative, and ready to gain real-world experience in the sports industry, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and help us bring unforgettable experiences to Hornets fans all season long.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY