The West Virginia Black Bears are a summer collegiate/professional team that showcases some of the most talented draft-eligible players in the nation and a founding member of the MLB Draft League. Our mission is to provide an affordable, safe, fun and memorable time at Monongalia County Ballpark to all Black Bears fans.
Located in Granville, West Virginia, Kendrick Family Ballpark is home to the West Virginia Black Bears. Formerly known as Monongalia County Ballpark, the facility was renamed in 2024 due to a generous donation by West Virginia University alumnus, Ken Kendrick. The 3,500-capacity ballpark opened in 2015, and received the 16th Annual Ballpark of the Year Award from baseballparks.com in 2015, given to the best new or substantially rebuilt ballpark each year.
Since joining the MLB Draft League in 2021, the Black Bears have captured two league championships in back-to-back years (2022 and 2023).
The Black Bears front office is run by General Manager Leighann Sainato. The Black Bears will soon be offering several internships available to individuals interested in working in the front office.
Our number one goal has always been to provide the fans at Kendrick Family Ballpark with a fun, safe, and memorable experience. To achieve this goal, our employees must be reliable, dependable, professional, and well-mannered. Our employees are dedicated to creating an exciting and family friendly atmosphere at Kendrick Family Ballpark.
Each spring, the Black Bears hire Game Day Associates as ushers, security and in guest services. As part of Rich Products, all hired associates qualify for Rich's 401(k).
Examples of Available Positions:
🔗: Applications for NEW HIRES for the 2025 season are now closed
Each spring, the Black Bears hire Game Day Associates as ushers, security and in guest services. As part of Rich Products, all hired associates qualify for Rich's 401(k).
Interested in working for the Black Bears this summer? Applications for 2025 Game Day Associates are now open!
If you have never worked for the West Virginia Black Bears OR it has been more than two (2) years since you last held a position with the organization, apply as a NEW HIRE.
1. Fill out the Employment Application. Please review all contact information for accuracy before submitting the form.
2. Upon review of new applicants, a Black Bears representative will contact qualified candidates to schedule follow-up interviews the week of April 21-25.
If you are a returning worker from the 2024 season, contact the front office to express your interest in returning this season.
Returning workers ("Re-hires") are not required to fill out the employment application. Upon review of returning workers, a Black Bears representative will contact qualified candidates to complete the mandatory "re-hire" paperwork.
Application Periods:
Fall: July 1 - September 1
(Internship runs September - December)
Spring: October 1 - December 1
(Internship runs January - May)
Season/Summer: March 1 - April 1
(Internship runs May - September)
All internships are for college credit only unless otherwise specified. Please note: Available internships are listed on the Application Form; not all internships are available during the off-season.
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Ticket office interns will be responsible for handling and promoting ticket sales during the year. Depending on the time of year, duties include (but are not limited to):
Internships are for college credit ONLY
Must be willing to work flexible hours
Will be trained on Tickets.com PROVENUE SYSTEM
Will receive Ticket Office Rewards Program
Merchandising interns are responsible for working in the WV Black Bears team store during normal team store hours (10am - 3pm), during Black Bears games and during West Virginia University baseball games. Depending on the time of year, duties include (but are not limited to):
Prior sales experience preferred
Internships are for college credit ONLY
Must be willing to work flexible hours
Must be able to lift 15 lbs.
Facilities interns are responsible for assisting the Facilities Manager in day-to-day operations of the field and surrounding areas of the ballpark. Depending on the time of year, duties include (but are not limited to):
All facilities interns are required to work WVU Baseball games during the fall and spring semesters.
Internship is for college credit ONLY
Must be willing to work flexible hours
Must be willing to work outside in variable weather
Must be able to lift 15 lbs. or more
Equipment interns are responsible for assisting the Clubhouse Manager in his daily duties overseeing the WV Black Bears clubhouse and equipment. Duties include (but are not limited to):
Internship for college credit ONLY
Must be willing to work flexible ours, including holidays and weekends
Must have a valid driver's license
Must be able to list at least 20 lbs.
The operations intern will report directly to the General Manager, who oversees in-house player operations. Duties include (but are not limited to):
Internship is for college credit ONLY
Must have a working knowledge of baseball
Must have the ability to multi-task and work independently toward goals
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
Must be willing to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends
Must be able to lift 15 lbs.
Marketing interns are responsible for executing on-field/between inning promotions, external events that require Black Bear representation, and other various tasks related to the marketing efforts of the organization. Duties include (but are not limited to):
Internship is for college credit ONLY
Must be willing to work flexible hours
The Sponsorship intern is responsible for overseeing various sponsorship accounts, interacting with sponsors, and executing sponsor benefits. Depending on the time of year, duties include (but are not limited to):
Must be friendly and personable
Must be highly organized and responsible
Must be willing to work flexible hours
The On-Field Host acts as the public face of the organization during game days. Hosts will act as the primary emcee for in-game promotions and on-field activities, as well as aid in coordinating pre-game ceremonies. Hosts will work closely with the Sponsorship and Promotions Manager to ensure the highest level of in-game entertainment. Duties include (but are not limited to):
Internships are for college credit ONLY
Experience hosting/being on live camera is preferred (not required)
Must be friendly, outgoing and personable
Must be organized and able to multi-task
Must be willing to work flexible hours
Media relations interns are responsible for creating media content, including press releases, website content, and social media posts. Depending on the time of year, duties include (but are not limited to):
Internship is for college credit ONLY
Must be friendly and personable
Must be willing to work flexible hours
Must have a working knowledge of baseball
Must be versed in AP style format/publication
Social media interns are responsible for ensuring original, quality content is posted to the Black Bears' social media accounts. This requires daily updates, and the ability to keep all accounts relevant throughout the year. Depending on the time of year, duties include (but are not limited to):
Internships are for college credit ONLY
Must be willing to work flexible hours
Broadcasting interns are responsible for setting up and operating the WV Black Bears live radio broadcasts of all 38 home games. Interns are expected to be the primary play-by-play announcers, as well as the hosts of the Black Bears pre-game and post-game shows.
Duties include (but are not limited to):
Internships are for college credit ONLY
Must have prior experience in radio broadcast
Must have excellent knowledge of baseball, including statistics, positions and plays and a working knowledge of baseball broadcasts
Must be able to work all 38 home games
Photography interns are responsible for taking game day action photos for press releases and social media, as well as photos of non-game day events, media appearances, and other related events. Depending on the time of year, duties include (but are not limited to):
Internships are for college credit ONLY
Media/Fine Arts majors preferred
Must have prior working experience
Experience working for a sports team is preferred, but not required
Must be willing to work flexible hours
Videography interns are responsible for shooting, editing, and performing the bulk of the technical tasks related to production/post-production of video format. Depending on the time of year, duties include (but are not limited to):
Internships are for college credit ONLY
Must have prior working experience
Experience working for a sports team is preferred, but not required
Must be willing to work flexible hours
Advertising interns will work directly with public relations manager, creating ad copies, grapihcs and video posts for social media campaigns, billboards, advertisements, etc. Duties include (but are not limited to):
All internships are for college credit ONLY
Must be willing to work flexible hours
PR/Strategic Comm. majors PREFERRED
Community relations interns will work closely with marketing to plan, organize and execute non-gameday events, as well as coordinate community outreach and volunteer opportunities. Depending on the time of year, duties include (but are not limited to):
Internships are for college credit ONLY
Must be friendly and personable
Must be organized and able to multi-task
Must be willing to work flexible hours
Special events interns will work closely with marketing and community relations' departments to plan, organize and execute non-gameday events and festivals. Depending on the time of year, duties include (but are not limited to):
Assisting in the creation, organization, and execution of special events
Assisting community relations/marketing in the concept and promotion of each event to increase participation, including handing out flyers, talking to potential customers and patrons during promotional events, etc.
Reaching out to other organizations to work in conjunction with them in planning each event, receiving donations, etc.
Aiding support staff during the event
Internships are for college credit ONLY
Must be friendly and personable
Must be organized and able to multi-task
Must be willing to work flexible hours
Game Day Hospitality interns are responsible for ensuring patrons have the best possible game day experience while visiting Kendrick Family Ballpark. Duties include (but are not limited to):
Internship for college credit ONLY
Must be willing to work flexible ours, including holidays and weekends
Must be able to list at least 20 lbs.
