If you are driven to deliver exceptional fan experiences that are beyond anything possible elsewhere and interested in working alongside a team of innovators and enthusiastic over-achievers, you will enjoy working with us!
The Atlanta Braves Trainee Program is designed for applicants who are interested in beginning a career in professional sports. Trainees will work full-time starting in January 2026. Applicants are encouraged to visit braves.com/trainee for more information prior to applying.
The Retail Trainee will be part of a team dedicated to growing the Authentics retail business and Mobile Retail Vehicle business, as well as implementing new marketing and promotions to the overall retail business. This Trainee will join a department that strives to provide a memorable shopping experience for fans visiting Truist Park by providing outstanding customer service and a superior selection of Braves merchandise.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
- Assist with daily Authentics business needs and join a team dedicated to grow the business and exceed sales goals
- Manage Authentics email requests, inventory, process orders and ship orders
- Assist with game day responsibilities, including restocking Authentics store and working games as needed
- Assist with planning mobile retail vehicle events and scheduling throughout the Atlanta and surrounding areas
- Oversee the execution of mobile retail vehicle events, including driving vehicle, scheduling and managing staff and communicating with event contacts
- Assist with brainstorming, planning and executing of in-store promotions, events and Pop-Up Shops
- Assist Retail Marketing team with daily product photos and monthly photoshoots
- Create all retail promotional graphic designs
- Create daily store signage needs for all retail locations
- Assist Distribution Staff at on-site and offsite warehouse when needed
- Assist Operations Team in as needed with part-time staffing hiring and game days
- All other duties as assigned
TRAINEE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
- College graduate, Bachelor's or Master's, with a GPA of at least 3.0 at graduation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively and relate well with individuals of diverse backgrounds and within all levels of the company
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Customer service oriented
- Excellent executive presence
- Ability to work long hours, weekends, and holidays
- Must complete a background check
ADDITIONAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience in retail sales, online sales, and/or sports marketing
- Ability to adjust to changing work hours and locations as needed
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
- Able to lift up to 45lbs
- Able to work long hours, overtime, weekends and occasional holidays
- Must complete a successful background check
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be comfortable driving a box truck.
- Bachelor’s degree in retail marketing, sports marketing/management preferred
- Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint) proficiency
The Atlanta National League Baseball Club, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. A diverse workforce representing varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences is key to delivering on our business promise to our fans and the communities we serve. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply.
If you are disabled as defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act and require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your online application, including making a change to the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at PeopleCapital@braves.com