Grounds Intern - Frederick Keys

The role

The Grounds Intern will work with the Head Groundskeeper and Groundkeeper Assistant to maintain a top playing field. The role involves gaining real-world experience with the grounds team and maintaining the facility.

What you will do

• Assist with the maintenance of the playing surface such as moving, field marking, fertilization, irrigation, mound and plate repair, edging, skin maintenance, batting practice setup, aerification, and
• Clean dugouts, bullpens, and pull field trash as necessary
• Assist with setup and breakdown for all stadium events, including game days
• Work and learn on a variety of different surfaces including synthetic and grass
• Work and learn the characteristics of irrigation systems, fertilizers, soil conditioners, and materials
• All other duties assigned by Head Groundskeeper, Assistant Groundskeeper, or General Manager of the Keys

Required qualifications

• College sophomores, juniors, seniors, or graduate students working for academic credit in Facility Management, Turf Grass science, or other sports related fields
• Ability to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
• Safe operation of hand tools and small engine equipment (leaf blower, string trimmers, etc.)
• Strong work ethic and a desire to learn
• Willing to work outside in variable weather

Nice to have

• Some knowledge of maintenance of landscaping a plus (seeding, sodding, grass cutting, weed whacking, etc.)

Before you apply

• Designed only for current university students who will be receiving college credit for participation in this internship

About the company

Attain Sports brings a community-focused, values-driven, and player-centric approach to connect diverse groups and create impact through the power of sports. The company owns and manages four baseball teams and the United Soccer League (USL) Championship Club Loudoun United FC.