The Saint Paul Saints, members of the American Association of Independent Baseball, are currently accepting applications for the position “Saints Sports Academy Intern.”  The SSA fall internship will run from September 2010 through December 2010.

The position is designed to provide interested and qualified candidates an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fun and hard working sports and recreation environment. The hours and hard work are expected to make for an easy transition into working in the sports and recreation industries.

The Saints Sports Academy is a state-of-the-art indoor facility in Lakeville, Minnesota.  The Academy provides athletic training and development in a variety of sports including baseball, softball, football, soccer and explosive training.  Lessons and clinics are available to members and nonmembers in one-on-one and group settings and feature instructors with playing and/or coaching experience at the professional or collegiate level.  Academy memberships are available in one-year, six-month or one-month increments for players desiring time for self-directed workouts in the batting cages, unlimited access to the cardio room and weight room, and include a discount on lessons and clinics.  The Academy's 15,000 sq. ft. fieldhouse is equipped with field turf for optimal indoor training.  The fieldhouse may be rented for team/league tryouts, practices, birthday parties or community events.

Candidates must be creative and outgoing with the ability to provide outstanding customer service.  Academy interns will play an integral role in the Academy’s success, contributing to the following areas: marketing, sales, administrative, customer service, programming and scheduling.